Shigeru Matsuzaki, a renowned Japanese singer, has gained significant popularity in Korea, shedding light on the intricate history and current dynamics between the two nations.

NTT Data, a major IT company in Japan, is entering the capsule hotel business with a new initiative to analyze guests' sleep data.

The average summer bonus for major companies this year has exceeded 940,000 yen, marking the second highest level on record.

The stock market and yen have experienced intense fluctuations in recent days, leading to mixed opinions on whether to buy or sell.

Kenichiro Fumita won the gold medal in the men's Greco-Roman 60kg wrestling category at the Paris Olympics, defeating China's Li Guo Cao, claiming Japan's first gold in Greco-Roman wrestling since 1984.

A woman in her 50s reported to the police that her family was struck by lightning near the ninth station of Mt. Fuji on Monday.

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike suffered a knee fracture during a ceremonial first pitch at a professional baseball game held at Jingu Stadium on August 6th and will be working remotely for the foreseeable future.

Niconico, the video-sharing service, has fully resumed operations after being offline for nearly two months due to a cyberattack.

The Tokyo Nikkei saw a record-breaking rise on Tuesday morning, at one stage surging over 3,000 points, achieving the largest-ever increase from a closing value.

Tokyo's benchmark stock index has posted a record intraday gain, after rebounding from its worst-ever single-day points decline. (NHK)

Nissan is testing a new paint developed from Chinese materials technology that can lower a car's temperature by reflecting sunlight and applying radiative cooling.

Shinnosuke Oka, in his debut appearance, won the gold medal in the men's horizontal bar with a score of 14.533 points in the event finals on August 5th.

Sachiko Kobayashi celebrated her 60th anniversary in the entertainment industry with a grand performance at Tokyo's Shinbashi Enbujo Theater on August 2.

A university student has been arrested for firing an airgun at passengers at Hirai Station on Tokyo's Sobu Line.

Hideki Matsuyama, 32, finished third in the men's golf competition with a total score of 17-under 267, securing a bronze medal on the 10th day of the Paris Olympics, August 4.

The Nikkei Stock Average plunged by more than 4,200 at one point on Monday afternoon due to increasing fears of an economic downturn in the United States.

The Nikkei Stock Average experienced its largest decline in history, surpassing the infamous Black Monday, with a drop of over 4,400 points.

Winning Michelin stars for nine consecutive years, Japanese wagyu beef restaurant, Oniku Karyu is a must-visit restaurant in Tokyo. (Japan by Food)

Today we will experience 3 different capsule hotel cabins 'economy', 'business' and 'first' classes, in Japan's luxury capsule hotel, The First Cabin. (Solo Solo Travel)

Explore Tokyo like a local with our top 10 recommendations for unique and off-the-beaten-path experiences. From hidden gems to must-see spots that you won't find in guidebooks, get ready to uncover the best of Tokyo with us! (TabiEats)

The Japanese government held the first meeting of an expert panel, with legal framework in mind, to balance the promotion of technological development and the risks of spreading misinformation amid the rapid proliferation of AI.

The Japanese Nikkei 225 experienced a historic drop on Friday, closing 2,216 points lower than the previous day at 35,909, following concerns over an economic downturn in the United States.

Sony PCL, a subsidiary of Sony Group involved in video content production, will hold an exhibition of advanced video technologies for creators over two days starting on August 1st.

Summer homework, a hallmark of Japanese elementary school education, is undergoing significant changes. What are the latest trends in summer homework?

Japan has requested the extradition of Paul Watson, the former leader of the anti-whaling group Sea Shepherd, who was detained in Greenland last month on suspicion of interfering with Japanese whaling vessels.