One U.S. Navy aircraft carrier was operating in Western Pacific waters this week while a carrier strike group belonging to ...

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Policy introduced by town’s draconian former mayor is overturned by country’s Fair Trade Commission which orders workers be ...

On March 11, 2011, a major earthquake and a subsequent tsunami caused the Fukushima nuclear accident in Japan. In 2004, ...

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Cherry blossoms in Hokkaido typically bloom about a month later than those in Honshu. However, as the cherry blossom front ... an enduring symbol cherished by Japan throughout history, amidst the ...

Night - Partly cloudy. Winds variable at 6 to 14 mph (9.7 to 22.5 kph). The overnight low will be 40 °F (4.4 °C). Sunny with a high of 62 °F (16.7 °C). Winds variable at 5 to 8 mph (8 to 12.9 ...

Whether you are an expatriate working in Tokyo, a student pursuing your dream career in Kyoto, or someone who fell in love with Japan, renewing your visa is crucial. In this article, we guide you ...

A walking tour can be the best way to explore Japan, following the footsteps of pilgrims & exploring wilderness trails, encountering Zen gardens & onsen baths, historic temples and tea houses.

(AP Photo/Koji Sasahara, File) TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s economy grew at a better-than-expected annual rate of 2.8% in October-December, underlined by steady exports and moderate consumption. On a ...

Though it recovered in the second half of the year, Japan’s economy barely grew in 2024 as a depreciated yen fueled inflation and strained households. By River Akira Davis and Hisako Ueno ...

Powerful Typhoon No. 7 is expected to move northwest and approach Honshu around Aug. 15 ... In addition, East Japan Railway Co. (JR East) also reported possible cancellations and delays on ...