TOKYO - Five prefectures may consider hosting the final disposal sites for soil removed during decontamination work following ...

Veteran journalist Tateo Shimizu had something secretly cooking for many years as he looked forward to his retirement.

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There are few countries as dedicated to embedding philosophies of beauty into all aspects of culture as Japan, where the ...

Japanese companies started job seminars on Saturday for university students graduating in spring 2026. Companies have been racing to secure talent amid serious labor shortages by taking steps ...

Japan's No.2 oil refiner, Idemitsu Kosan 5019.T plans to build a large-scale plant for lithium sulphide, a key material for all-solid-state batteries, at its Chiba refinery, near Tokyo, the company ...

Springtime in Japan is synonymous with stunning blooms, and one event that simply cannot be missed is the Sakura Tulip Festa, located near Tokyo. However, this will be the last festival before the ...

March marks the transition into spring, bringing warmer days and a host of seasonal events. From plum and cherry blossom ...

Chiba Prefecture, has been met with opposition from nearby residents who said the envisaged buildings will overwhelm the area and block out sunlight. GLP Japan Inc. plans to build two data centers, ...

Whether you are an expatriate working in Tokyo, a student pursuing your dream career in Kyoto, or someone who fell in love with Japan, renewing your visa is crucial. In this article, we guide you ...

Innovative Functional Materials Research Institute, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), 4-205 Sakurazaka, Moriyama-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 463-8560, Japan Research ...

A walking tour can be the best way to explore Japan, following the footsteps of pilgrims & exploring wilderness trails, encountering Zen gardens & onsen baths, historic temples and tea houses.