A fire which broken out in one of Kitakyushu's oldest shopping districts on Wednesday has ravaged the historic Uomachi Gintengai shopping arcade.

Five members of the Japan Coast Guard have been confirmed dead following a collision with a Japan Airlines passenger aircraft at Haneda Airport in Tokyo.

Japan's prime minister Fumio Kishida has offered his condolences after five people died in a plane disaster. (The Independent)

In the latest installment of Model Press's video project "Moving Cover of the Month," the January edition features the top predicted breakout stars of 2024. Actress Namae Airu and actor Hagiwara Rihito, who both clinched the first place in their respective categories for the "2024 Hit Forecast," grace the cover.

In the wake of the catastrophic earthquake that struck central Japan's Ishikawa Prefecture on Monday, more than 110,500 households across three prefectures face continued water outages, with the death toll rising to at least 65.

Moments before the deadly collision at Haneda Airport on Tuesday evening, the pilot of Japan Airlines Flight 516 received landing clearance from air traffic control, while reports suggest that the Japan Coast Guard aircraft was told to hold short of the runway.

As the number of dead continues to mount from Monday's earthquake in Ishikawa, a strong aftershock with an intensity of 5+ was observed in Suzu City in the early hours of January 3, emphasizing the need for continued caution against further strong tremors.

A day after the Japan Airlines passenger plane collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft during landing at Haneda Airport, erupting into flames, another concern has emerged: the possibility of animals being aboard the aircraft.

It's famously said that many foreigners struggle living in Japan but do you know why? (Japanese Comedian Meshida)

Following the earthquake on the Noto Peninsula, ongoing disruptions to essential services are continuing, with approximately 34,500 households in Ishikawa Prefecture still experiencing power outages into Wednesday morning.

A tourist attraction in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, has been damaged by the earthquake, with footage showing a large amount of earth and trees collapsing into the sea followed by clouds of dust.

Large-scale fires burned out of control in Wajima City in the northern half of Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa Prefecture, on the first night after the quake.

The Japanese Imperial Family's scheduled appearance on the palace veranda on Tuesday to greet the public five times has been canceled due to the unfolding natural disaster in western Japan.

LUNA SEA concluded their live tour, "LUNA SEA DUAL ARENA TOUR 2023," with a final performance at Osaka Castle Hall on December 31st.

PUMA has released a new brand campaign video titled "Unstoppable, Break Through," showcasing a lineup of top Japanese athletes who are under contract with the brand and excel in their respective sports.

A woman was found collapsed with significant facial injuries on a street in Kitakyushu City early Monday morning, leading to her death.

About 1.06 million young people in Japan will celebrate New Year's Day as new adults, at the age of 18. (NHK)

LISA of the globally popular K-pop group BLACKPINK updated her Instagram on the 1st, sharing photos of herself in a swimsuit, which has since garnered a lot of attention.

Japanese Emperor Naruhito in his New Year address released Monday expressed hope that people will continue to support each other with compassion in the coming year, while noting how the world has been grappling with ongoing conflicts and natural disasters. (Kyodo)

The sending of New Year cards in Japan over the last 45 years has dwindling to less than half, a historic low since the beginning of an annual survey.

In Japan's chilly far flung north, we face our worst two challenges yet. (Abroad in Japan)

The Japanese economy in 2023 had two distinct features. Macroeconomic indicators, such as GDP and employment, were broadly in good shape. But economic trends that are unsustainable kept worsening, raising concerns about Japan’s future economic stability. (East Asia Forum)

Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi Yoshimasa said it has been confirmed that many buildings collapsed after Monday's magnitude 7.6 earthquake. (NHK)

Reports of injuries and damage brought about by the massive quake on the Sea of Japan coast continue to come in. A major tsunami warning has been issued for the prefecture. (NHK)

Embark on a captivating journey with us as Shizuka delves into the enchanting realm of hiougi shells in the picturesque Ainan town in Ehime Prefecture. These shells are adorned in hues of orange, yellow, and purple. Not only a feast for the eyes but they offer a delightful fusion of culinary and crafting experiences. (Japan by Food)