Governor Heita Kawakatsu resigns following uproar over his latest malfeasance. As he exits, we examine the motives behind his opposition to the maglev train.
A new kind of business, the night bakery sells leftover bread from bakeries at stands near busy stations in Tokyo in an effort to reduce food...
Japan should provide Taiwan effective assistance that meets its needs — rescue operations, medical care, and helping the victims get by in their daily lives.
Replying to Kishida's condolences, Taiwan president-elect Wiliam Lai wrote: "Let's continue to help each other, hand in hand, and overcome challenges together."
Recent protesters in Tibet opposed China's Kamtok dam construction. In an interview, Dalai Lama representative Dr TG Arya urges global awareness of the plight.
Operating a rideshare or other unlicensed taxi is prohibited under the Road Transport Act, but the taxi shortage has prompted the partial lifting of this ban.
The big picture of a stronger domestic economy would likely be a swing in the division of spoils from capital to labor, something not experienced for...
Amid rising costs and sustainability concerns surrounding fish meal, Marubeni has developed an insect-based feed that could prove to be a viable alternative.
Before recruiting foreign workers to address Japan's labor shortage, the government must explain its plans for integrating immigrants both socially and legally.
The population of endangered crested ibis has taken a downward trend. Photojournalist Fumie Oyama discusses possible explanations in his latest installment.
A recent JETRO survey of foreign companies points out how Japan stands out for its social and economic stability in a risk-filled global business environment.
Mori Building, Ricoh, and Toray were among the winners of the 32nd Global Environment Awards, honored for their contributions to sustainability.