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A small, old castle was found in the mountains of Hyogo Prefecture in March. Researchers found the castle using artificial ...

As Japan's fourth-largest city, Nagoya is a key economic hub home to major automotive and transport industries. But beyond ...

TOKYO -- A special event for idol fans opened on July 2 at Tokyo Big Sight in Koto Ward, Tokyo. Fans call this "oshikatsu" -- ...

A team of researchers in France are building on fundamental experimental research undertaken in the Ukrainian Chornobyl ...

Looking for a weekend escape this summer? Here's a roundup of 10 of the best beaches near Tokyo. Slather on that sunscreen ...

As Japan’s popularity soars, many travelers want to experience the country beyond the usual crowded hotspots. I’ve been on ...

A Japanese researcher has found that two small islands in southwestern Japan moved nearly 10 centimeters apart in just three ...

Japanese authorities have evacuated a small island village after the region was jolted by over 1,000 earthquakes in less than ...

Tatsukuma Ueno, 97, a former Japanese army pilot, took the stage at the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of Japan in Tokyo to ...

Hayama offers cleaner beaches, better vibes, chill events and views of Mt. Fuji, all just a short ride from Tokyo.