North Korea's new submarine-launched missile prompts Japan to re-examine acquiring strike capability
Pyongyang's recent spate of weapons tests have triggered concern in Tokyo, with top officials openly suggesting the possibility of Japan acquiring the capability to attack enemy bases.
Ruling and opposition blocs appeal for votes with income redistribution plans
All parties are promoting cash handouts and changes to taxation — how much and to whom is up for debate.
Investors fear green complexity as countries draft over 30 sustainability rule sets
After years of complaints that there were no rules to determine what constitutes a "sustainable" investment, some are now fretting that soon there will be too many.
Kumamoto's Mount Aso erupts as alert level raised
The agency issued a level 3 volcanic activity alert, urging those nearby not to approach the volcano, for the city of Aso, town of Takamori and village of Minami-Aso.
Tokyo to ease COVID-19 restrictions on certified restaurants
Yahoo Japan to close comment sections in event of defamatory posts
As Lower House campaign begins, national security takes new prominence
LDP projected to retain majority in election but lose 40 seats
Chinese and Russian navies' Tsugaru Strait transit highlights growing defense ties
Yahoo Japan to close comment sections in event of defamatory posts
Former Empress Michiko turns 87, says she's sad to see Princess Mako leave family
Japan voters voice hope for change as election campaigning kicks off
As Lower House campaign begins, national security takes new prominence
LDP projected to retain majority in election but lose 40 seats
Chinese and Russian navies' Tsugaru Strait transit highlights growing defense ties
Japan’s exports weakened by supply snags hurting global trade
Facebook plans to rebrand company with new name, report says
SoftBank weighs stake in Ampere, valuing chipmaker at $8 billion
Eddie Bauer to close all stores in Japan
Suntory vending machine promotes chatting among coworkers
Climate pressure pushing world's auto sector to recycle parts and batteries
Vatican relaunches Click to Pray app
Under Taliban rule, Kabul's drug addicts forced into withdrawal
Capitol riot probe panel recommends holding Steve Bannon in criminal contempt
Biden's vision for a green U.S. imperiled by Senate coal-state tycoon Joe Manchin
Indonesia's Jokowi urges developed countries to commit to climate funding goals
Facebook shuts fake accounts in Sudan as fight for public opinion rages online
A.Q. Khan: A hero in Pakistan, a nuclear villain elsewhere
Western governments believe Khan was instrumental in advancing Pyongyang’s nuclear program, trading his enrichment technology for North Korea's ballistic missiles.
Kishida, the continuity candidate, must pursue real change
Kishida' success will be complicated by massive national debt — Japan is the most indebted of all developed economies — and whether he can put the country’s public finances in order.
Dollars and sense: The art of valuing art
Economists argue the most important feature in the new art investment environment is low inflation: It means that there is more expected value in future returns.
What Colin Powell taught me about leadership and war
Humility, so much at the core of Gen. Colin Powell, the son of Jamaican immigrants and graduate of a City College of New York, was job one.
Olympic flame arrives in China ahead of 2022 Beijing Games
Mai Murakami headlines Japanese women's finalists at worlds
Yankees bring back manager Aaron Boone on a new contract
Olympic hopeful Rika Kihira withdraws from Skate Canada
Simone Biles' absence clears path for gymnastics' new wave
Seiya Suzuki's dominant autumn keeping Carp's postseason hopes alive
Designart 2021 is all about getting lucky
Chimikepp: Modern French cuisine finds a home in Hokkaido
Recipe: Kabocha and cheese korokke (Japanese croquette)
Recipe: Kristina Cho’s hot dog flower buns
‘Mooncakes & Milk Bread’: A warm, floury hug of nostalgia for Chinese bakeries
Superman comes out, as DC Comics ushers in a new Man of Steel
Sion Sono brings his brand of dystopia to Hollywood in ‘Prisoners of the Ghostland’
Illegal streams, merch bonanza: 'Squid Game' craze hits China
From the 'pink tax' to political representation, readers sound off on the status of women in Japan
Photography, exercise and mental health awareness come together at Photohope
Creativity and collaboration flourish at the Japan Writers Conference
David Jack: ‘One of the most inspiring people’ in Kansai
