Tokyo, Nagano is a magnet for skiers and snowboarders, but it also has temples, macaque monkeys and a town Hokusai painted in ...

In Japan, wearing masks is a common courtesy and an effective way to reduce the spread of illnesses, particularly during flu season. While regular surgical masks can provide basic protection, opting ...

Filipinos may be familiar with Hakone as a sardines brand, but this town in Japan is a lesser-known tourist destination close ...

Spokeo used data from Knight Frank's Wealth Report to visualize what it takes to be in the top 1% in select nations across ...

Don’t worry: It’s general enough to apply to the rest of Japan. But for busy people, here’s a summary of things you should know about what to do before, during and after an earthquake in Japan.

Japan has long-standing territorial disputes with both China and Russia, leading to multiple standoffs over islands.

As February arrives, Japan bids farewell to the chilliest part of winter and welcomes the gradual warmth of the approaching spring. This transitional period is celebrated with a variety of events ...

The average salary in Japan is ¥4.60 million per year. But is this true for everyone? How do bonuses and other factors impact salaries in Japan? Are you thinking about starting a new career in Japan?

For example, the recent Miss Japan beauty pageant winner returned her crown after it was revealed that she was in a relationship with a married man. It’s apparent that, like people in many other ...

Japan and South Korea’s 2024 trade surpluses with the U.S. amounted to $68.5 billion and $66 billion each, just ahead of ...

What clothes should you pack for Tokyo in February? Long-sleeved shirts and a warm jacket, plus umbrella for rainy days; hat for the cooler evenings Warm jeans or slacks Comfortable sneakers or ...

Japan’s government adopted new decarbonization targets aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 70% from 2013 levels over the next 15 years, approving a renewed energy plan to help meet ...