The huge bluefin, which was auctioned in Tokyo, will be served at restaurants across Japan. Ms Itooka lived through two world wars and was credited with a sprightly spirit all her life.

A 74-year-old man was found dead after possibly being hit by snow falling from the roof of a barn in Oyabe City, Toyama Prefecture, on Saturday. A neighbor of the man called police at around 1:30 p.m.

Kyushu offers something special for cyclists of every level. With scenic roads, beautiful attractions, mild winters, and fewer crowds, it’s a paradise for anyone who loves exploring on two wheels. As ...

International tourism to Japan has exploded in recent years, and while the official figure for 2024 is yet to be released it is now certain to be a new record in excess of the 31.9 million who ...

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As 2024 nears its end and we look back on the year in entertainment, it was clearly one when Japan-related works loomed large on the global market. It is a diverse group of works. Some were made ...

Located in the Yamagata region about 260 miles north of Tokyo, the onsen is one of the most famous in Japan, drawing around 330,000 visitors each year. Travelers from around the world flock to the ...

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Izumo-class multi-functional destroyer JS Kaga (DDH-184) viewed during sea-trials off the coast of Southern California, Nov. 6, 2024. Credit: U.S. Marine ...

Influenza continues to rage across Japan, with an estimated 1.67 million people becoming sick and seeing doctors in the week through last Sunday, double the level the week before, according to ...

Although it’s one of the coldest times of year, there are many reasons why January is a great time to visit Japan. Whether you’re looking for fabulous winter scenery, a spot of skiing, or simply to ...

Night - Scattered showers with a 89% chance of precipitation. Winds SE at 7 mph (11.3 kph). The overnight low will be 41 °F (5 °C). Rain with a high of 45 °F (7.2 °C) and a 90% chance of ...

Adust to Japan after you land. We arrived in Tokyo late on Christmas Eve, and spent our first 48 hours in Japan sleepwalking through thrillingly massive superstores and quiet temples and ...