The IMF says Japan's economy will be surpassed by Germany in 2023 and India in 2026. To reverse this trend, "cheap Japan" may need a major...
North Korea covets satellite technology to monitor US and other military movements and possibly to facilitate nuclear and non-nuclear missile attacks.
Ridden by Christophe Lemaire, the world's top-rated horse catches Titleholder 400 meters from the wire in the Japan Cup and cruises to a four-length victory.
In his final Kyushu Basho match, Kirishima used his superior athleticism against Takakeisho en route to his ninth straight win and first title as an ozeki.
A potent offense led by dynamic scorer Yuya Osako and a top-tier defense carried Vissel Kobe to the top after a subpar campaign in the 2022...
A man of enormous political force, Daisaku Ikeda expanded Soka Gakkai globally and created a political party that has strongly influenced Japan's China policy.
Kagiyama took a five-point lead into the NHK Trophy men's free skate and needed almost all of it to stave off Uno for the win in...
In 1868, during the turbulent Bakumatsu era, two assailants attempted to murder Sir Harry Parkes by hacking their way through the procession with their swords.
Emperor Naruhito and other members of the imperial family spent time with diverse Japanese people at the Autumn Garden Party in Akasaka and other events.
A new development at Azabudai Hills brings exciting changes and environmental concepts to the downtown Tokyo Minato Ward, including Japan's tallest skyscraper.
The competitive SPOGOMI World Cup highlights the impact of plastics and other litter on our environment and what we can do to help combat its harmful...
Enjoy autumn colors at Shinjuku Gyoen, where digital art group NAKED illuminates the foliage with projection mapping and light-up displays until December 3.