YATSUSHIRO, Kumamoto -- A hot spring inn called "Kinparo," literary translating to "golden wave tower," in this southwestern Japan city has been attracting guests for more than a century. The "ryokan" ...

“Sunset Buzz” will be a recurring column on changes, tidbits and other news from the Sunset. Got news? Send us tips at tips@missionlocal.com. Tadaima, the Japanese sando spot, plans to open its third ...