Summer used to be mild and pleasant in Hokkaido. But now record-breaking temperatures are making residents and tourists pray for the humming of an air-con.
Along with direct aid, Hayashi unveiled plans for a Ukraine Economic Reconstruction Promotion Office in the Foreign Ministry and public-private initiatives.
Johnny & Associates is still owned by the sexual assaults perpetrator's family — a far cry from the "dismantling and restructuring" called for by investigators.
The Brave Blossoms overpower Rugby World Cup debutant Chile to secure a 30-point win in Toulouse, France. Much tougher tests lie ahead for Japan.
Mongolian grappler Hoshoryu was pushed to the brink by Abi but recovered to record an all-important win on Day 1 at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan.
Recapping the excitement from A to Z during 20 Basketball World Cup games in 10 days at Okinawa Arena, here is a fun rundown on the...
The Mongolian will look to shine in his ozeki debut at the 15-day Autumn Basho. Compatriot Kirishima and others will also be looking to contend.
Fake news about a Chinese nuclear submarine accident in the Taiwan Strait was reportedly traced back to a controversial Chinese residing in the US.
The outside director and the owner-chairperson of Mukoujima Co share a risky glass of Tokaji in Chapter 32 of Shin Ushijima's novel, Minority Shareholders.
The head of the UN warned the ASEAN nations in Jakarta about mounting crises while Mr Kishida offered regional partners help with infrastructure and security.
With the succesful launch of its SLIM lunar lander, Japan could become the fifth country to achieve a lunar landing, and it carried two different payloads.
With the 10th edition of the 20-team Rugby World Cup about to begin in France, JAPAN Forward presents a preview of the monthlong group stage.