Minister Hayashi urged Pyongyang to work together and resolve the abductions "for the benefit of both Japan and North Korea," and for its own bright future.
In an interview, Dr Cha Du Hyeogn talks about factors behind the recent trash balloons and other hostilities of North Korea and what neighbors can expect...
Russia and North Korea think nothing of violating international law. Japan cannot overestimate the dangers posed by these nuclear-armed despotic regimes' collusion.
The outcome of Japan-South Korea talks in Singapore led one Japanese lawmaker to laud both sides, saying "resuming exchanges serves national interests."
Japan's Foreign Minister warns of an increasingly severe regional security environment as Vladimir Putin and his host sign a strategic partnership agreement.
Balloon-delivered garbage bombs and feces provoke controversy, highlighting Pyongyang's unconventional tactics and deeper national tensions with South Korea.
Our new podcast series reveals the stories of Japanese citizens who were ripped away from their families by North Korea. Most are still waiting to return...
Japan and over 80 others pledged their support for peace in Ukraine respecting its full territorial integrity, but crucial players Russia, China were absent.
G7 leaders gathering in Italy have reiterated warnings about the threat to the rules-based international system posed by the three nations and by Iran.
After her husband's passing four years ago, Sakie Yokota continues to fight for the return of her daughter Megumi, who was abducted by North Korea 46...
Look for 'transactional diplomacy,' from Mr Trump. 'The idea is that we have to be tough with our enemies, but we also have to talk to...
Japan and South Korea have set aside differences for now, but the 2018 radar lock-on incident must be resolved for long-term regional security cooperation.