An institute in Japan says it has succeeded in forming a state of matter called "plasma," which plays a key role in nuclear fusion reactions. This could be a breakthrough toward achieving a next-generation energy source. (NHK)

On 24 August 2023, immediately after Japanese authorities released treated wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean, China suspended all seafood imports from Japan. (East Asia Forum)

A new state-of-the-art public elementary and junior high school is set to open in Osaka next April.

Digital transformation is crucial to overcoming a number of big global challenges. Yet Japan has unique disadvantages that put it behind global digital leaders such as the United States, Singapore and China and hamper its economic partnerships in the region. (East Asia Forum)

A teacher from a Himeji City public elementary school in Hyogo Prefecture has been arrested on suspicion of embezzling approximately 270,000 yen meant for the food budget of a nature school program.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has introduced boats as a new means of commuting, connecting Nihonbashi with Toyosu in just 20 minutes.

One of Asia's largest film festivals has kicked off in Tokyo with filmmakers and actors from Japan and abroad appearing on the red carpet. (NHK)

Domestically produced agricultural and marine products in Japan are beginning to see impacts of global warming, with rising temperatures affecting harvest volumes and quality.

A 24-year-old man of Icelandic nationality has been arrested after punching a taxi driver in the face and fleeing without paying the fare.

The Japanese government is considering specific measures to return a portion of increased tax revenues to the public, including a fixed 40,000 yen payment to taxpayers, and 70,000 yen to non-taxable households.

Japan's Free Trade Commission on Monday said it would start investigating Google's possible breach of antimonopoly laws in web search services, following similar steps taken by authorities in Europe and other major economies. (UPI)

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended a Kabuki performance on Monday for the first time in 5 years.

Tokyo, a city synonymous with modernity and age-old traditions, transforms as the sun sets. (newsonjapan.com)

A nuisance YouTuber Fidias recently posted a video where he traveled across Japan "for free". How? Boarding trains without paying, hiding in bathrooms, and evading police. (nichegamer.com)

The Osaka District Court has sentenced a man accused of impersonating a police officer and defrauding his girlfriend of approximately 2 million yen in cash to 2 years and 4 months in prison.

The man playing the role of Oda Nobunaga during the Nagoya Festival parade on Sunday afternoon fell from his horse and was taken to the hospital.

A cold air mass above northern Japan has sent temperatures plummeting, with the "first snow" observed on Mt. Zao, Miyagi Prefecture on Sunday morning.

Have you ever heard the term 'itadaki-girl' or gift-receiving girls? They are women who lie to men to make them fall in love and give the women money. (Japanese Comedian Meshida)

Japan's government plans to launch a subsidy program to help children from low-income households pay for high school and university entrance exams. (NHK)

Japan's main governing Liberal Democratic Party won one of the two Diet by-elections held on Sunday. The LDP lost the other seat to an opposition-backed candidate. (NHK)

About 2,000 people in costumes from various eras in Japanese history paraded through the ancient capital of Kyoto on Sunday. (NHK)

In this video, we take a look at some basic elements of the musical accompaniments used on the kabuki stage, including geza ongaku and some of the schools of traditional Japanese music. (Kabuki In-Depth)

Just west of Tokyo lies an oasis ripe with greenery, delicious food, and unique experiences. Okutama is a popular destination for Tokyoites (and beyond) seeking a peaceful escape from city life. (Japan by Food)

Join me as I cross from America to Japan by luxury cruise ship, onboard Silversea’s Silver Whisper. This is an ultra luxury cruise line, where everything is taken care of from having your own butler, a spacious Royal suite, fine dining and first class service. (Trek Trendy)

About 100 invasive "Redback Spiders" were discovered in an elementary school in Oita City, Kyushu, although there have been no reports of bites or health issues.