Experts debate the validity of claims, misrepresentations, and authenticity of historical accounts at the heart of a new book on the Nanjing incident.
Niigata native Kana Suzuki, a professional bodybuilder, shares how balancing intense training with a demanding job has shaped her career and personal growth.
Over three days at Tower Records Shibuya, the Taiwan Music City Festival highlighted Taiwanese talent and celebrated the rich cultural exchange with Japan.
JAPAN Forward interviewed PowerX CEO Masahiro Ito to discuss its pivotal role in advancing Japan's renewable energy landscape and its upcoming innovations.
A new exhibition honors manga artist Kotoyama and his works Dagashi Kashi and Call of the Night with exclusive art and unique merchandise. On through October...
The LDP leadership election will determine Japan's next prime minister, influencing the nation's regional and global roles in a time of internal party upheaval.
From Tokyo 1964 to Paris 2024, Japan's judo team has excelled, securing medals and showcasing remarkable talent and strategic evolution in each Olympic Games.
Yasukuni Shrine remains a site of personal and national reflection on war and peace revealing deeper significance beyond the criticisms of Japan's neighbors.
Research by Japanese and South Korean scholars using primary sources shows flaws in the Aikawa Folk Museum's portrayal of wartime labor at the Sado gold mines.
The Paris 2024 Olympics' closing ceremony celebrated athletes, volunteers, and unity with superb performances, a light show, and a Hollywood-style flag handoff.
In Paris, oversized Chinese flags were abundant while even small items supporting Taiwan were systematically seized, raising questions of Olympic fairness.
A special exhibition blends the history of Japanese swords with modern tech and Touken Ranbu, offering a lively experience to inspire future preservation.