Home to the ultra-efficient high-speed Shinkansen network, Japan is a country perfectly suited to exploration by train ...

From taking part in traditions in Asakusa to getting lost in the playground that is Shinjuku, Tokyo is truly unique.

Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward plans to extend ... But Shibuya’s will be the first in Japan to target an urban downtown area. Shinjuku Ward’s planned action stems in part from Shibuya’s original ...

A former chancellor of Tokyo Women’s Medical University is believed to have received about 37 million yen ($234,700) in ...

Craft your Japan itinerary with our comprehensive comparison between the bustling energy of Tokyo vs the timeless charm of ...

A man recently died after falling from a shopping center in the heart of the Japanese capital, in the process injuring a man ...

Mount Fuji views, onsen and a pirate ship - visiting Hakone is a must in Japan! Here's my complete guide to the Hakone loop ...

With its stunning landscapes, rich culture and vibrant cities, here are our top tips for visiting Japan, including places to ...

If you love Kewpie mayonnaise, visit Tokyo, Japan, for a unique free experience featuring a factory tour, tasting, and ...

Donna Burke has the most famous voice you've never heard of. The Australian expat first moved to Japan in the 1990s, hoping ...

A strong earthquake measuring a preliminary magnitude of 6.9 has rattled southwestern Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency said Monday that tsunami advisories were issued for Miyazaki Prefecture, ...

There are plenty of skyscrapers that provide a bird's-eye lookout in Tokyo, including Tokyo Tower ... deck closes at 5 p.m.). The closest metro station is Tochomae. For more information, check ...