Today is the finale. For today's episode, we officially climb the tallest mountain in all of Japan.. Mt. Fuji. i take a solo trip up to the 7th station, stay in a mountain hut, wake up at midnight and ascend to the summit for sunrise. (Dustin Williams)

14-year-old skateboarding sensation Ren Yoshizawa scored 272.75 points to claim the gold medal in the women's street final at the Paris Olympics on Sunday.

Japanese police have made public the name and photograph of the 27-year-old suspect wanted for the murder of three people in a residence in Kikugawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture.

The number of lifeguards in Japan has drastically decreased, with some areas like Niigata Prefecture experiencing a drop from 40 to just 4 lifeguards.

I'm taking Sunflower Ferry from Kagoshima to Osaka and trying Suite. It takes 13 hours 45 minutes. (Solo Travel Japan)

Honda and Nissan are advancing their electric vehicle (EV) partnership, with Mitsubishi Motors expected to join the collaboration. This development emerged as Honda and Nissan explore joint procurement of parts and development of operating systems (OS) for their vehicles, with plans to announce specific cooperation details this summer.

3 Japanese All You Can Eat Buffets | Tokyo Sushi, Shabu Shabu… And Raw Eggs? All in 1 DAY! Can Shizuka do it? – While Japan is known for its super small portions sizes, there is a surprising number of all-you-can-eat, or 'tabehodai,' restaurants all across Tokyo. In this episode, Shizuka takes you to must-try and very unique spots in three different neighborhoods of the big city and attempts to finish every last bite! (Japan by Food)

Hifumi Abe has achieved a remarkable victory in the men's 66kg judo category, winning his second consecutive gold medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The results of Japan's National Achievement Survey for elementary and junior high school students have been announced, revealing that the longer students spend watching social media and videos, the lower their test scores tend to be.

A new fantasy film titled 'Island Cats,' which anthropomorphizes three stray cats living on Kitagi Island, a remote island in Okayama Prefecture, has released its trailer. The film portrays girls dressed as cats speaking in subtitled "cat language" and interacting with humans as they go about their lives on the island.

In the upcoming episode 1114 of ONE PIECE, the spotlight shines on Vice Admiral Garp as he steps up to defend his cherished disciple. The preview teases an intense scene where Garp unleashes his formidable fist, showcasing his unwavering resolve and strength.

The death of a second police officer has been confirmed at the site where a patrol car was swept away during record rainfall in northern Japan last week.

The phenomenon of 'self-neglect,' where individuals abandon their own care, is on the rise, particularly among young people in Japan. This includes neglecting essential activities such as eating and bathing. A closer look into the situation reveals the stark reality.

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has officially recognized the gold mines of Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture as a new World Cultural Heritage site.

In response to a surge in bear sightings across Japan, it has been revealed that sightings in Tokyo have exceeded 200 incidents. Consequently, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department conducted a 'bear repellent training' session.

A helicopter crash in Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, claimed the lives of two people, believed to be the pilot and a mechanic.

A worker has died after being buried in hot ash while performing maintenance on an exhaust gas purification system at a glass factory in Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture.

For many people, anime is more than just a form of entertainment.

Starting from the 27th, Nippon TV is hosting 'NTV Kids Week,' focusing on various themes related to children. On the 27th, the spotlight was on education and generative AI. We investigated strategies for children to use AI effectively.

The first Japan Women's Go League opened at the Nihon Ki-in in Tokyo on July 27th. Established as a commemorative project for the 100th anniversary of the Nihon Ki-in, this league features female players divided into five teams who compete once a month over the course of a year. This marks the first official team competition in Japan.

In a recent "2+2" meeting in Tokyo, Japanese and US foreign and defense ministers condemned China for attempting to reshape the international order for its own benefit.

A recent survey on corporate awareness of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has revealed that the proportion of companies actively engaged in these efforts has reached an all-time high.

Japan advanced to the quarterfinals of the men's soccer competition at the Paris Olympics with a 1-0 victory over Mali on the second day of the event, July 27. With this win, Japan has accumulated six points from two consecutive victories in Group D of the first round.

The Kawauchi Festival was celebrated Sunday on the Kozagawa River, which flows through Kushimoto and Kozagawa in Wakayama Prefecture.

Natsumi Tsunoda clinched Japan's first gold medal of the Paris Olympics, triumphing over Mongolia's B. Bavdorch in the women's judo 48kg final. This victory marks Japan's first gold in this weight category since 2004, when Ryoko Tani achieved the feat in Athens.