If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, Japan's empty houses are a worthy investment. One man's akiya could very well turn out to be another...
By fighting misinformation about the HPV vaccine to save lives, medical doctor Riko Muranaka has shown the cost and value of defending scientific integrity.
"The line between life and death is paper thin," says one of the survivors, as she recounts surviving the heat and flames of the Tokyo firebombing.
The 71-year-old Canadian is already making his mark on Japan's senior and junior ice hockey squads in his first few months supervising both teams.
This well-researched study explores the gap between expectations of a leisurely life in rural Japan, its reality, and one’s relationship with society.
Without the need for a trail, you get unfiltered access to Japan's picture-perfect snow scene. Snowshoeing is the perfect activity for anyone who can walk.
Shimada outscores Ikura Kushida and Ami Nakai in Nagano to add the Japan Junior High School Championships crown to her glistening collection.
Nestled in the mountains of Nagano, GLAMPROOK Iizuna Kogen offers upscale glamping and is working with the town to reinvent the tourism industry using the SDGs.
Chofu promises a relaxing day out with its signature soba, botanical garden, temple, and quirky yokai from the world of master manga artist Mizuki Shigeru.
With Japan finally opening its borders to most countries, what will Japanese tourism look like in 2023? Here are some predictions from a young generation travel...
Thank you for following JAPAN Forward and our dedicated sports site, SportsLook, this year. Let's look back at part two of 2022's Top 20 sports stories.
Take in the beauty of Japan's nature with a stroll along Bomichi in Yamanashi, away from the bustling city. You even get to learn some history...