By now, if you’ve spent any time at all on social media platforms researching Japan trips, you’ve probably seen your feed ...

Tokyo police have arrested a 38-year-old man on suspicion of illegal online gambling — a case they say could involve the ...

The Yamanashi prefectural government on Thursday pushed for the construction of a rubber-tired tram line ascending halfway up Mt. Fuji, following survey results that deemed the plan "superior" ...

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Articulating rudders Articulating rudders are unlike conventional rudders and can be more costly to repair, when things go wrong. They are more susceptible to wear and tear, due to the higher ...

It runs from Kyushu to Shizuoka. The Japanese government estimates suggest ... primarily at the construction site. Japan is one of the world's most earthquake-prone countries, and the government sees ...

From meme stars to conservation icons, the capybara is experiencing a popularity boom. Learn more about these rodents that ...

A 38-year-old man was arrested on June 3 on suspicion of sending a threatening parcel to The Asahi Shimbun’s bureau here that ...

Benesse Art Site Naoshima, a sprawling art constellation on three islands, adds a 10th museum by the star architect Tadao ...

The birthplace of karate also holds a deeply rooted connection to spirituality and nature. Here’s how to plan a visit to this ...

In a bid to attract visitors frustrated by Japan’s crowds, one coastal corner of Fukui prefecture offers genuine connection ...