A ban on overseas fans, strict virus rules and regulations preventing the distribution of ultra-thin prophylactics to competitors have left manufacturers deflated.

The new models include three electric vehicles, five gas-electric hybrids and five plug-in hybrids, the automaker said.

The seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases in the capital was at 386.4, compared to 391.7 a week before.

The prime minister also told a news conference that spectators at the Tokyo Games will be required to wear masks and refrain from shouting.

It is believed that the three countries will discuss future measures on North Korea-related issues, as the Biden administration has finished a review of its policy on the reclusive nation.

As China increases its military pressure on Taiwan, Nobuo Kishi said Japan expects a "peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues" through dialogue.

The move came two days after the Defense Ministry, which runs the centers in Tokyo and Osaka, decided to remove age restrictions so as not to waste vaccine doses.

The documents will include the holder's date of inoculation and the manufacturer of the shot they received and will be available both in English and Japanese.

While many in the LDP have welcomed international pressure on China, the deteriorating bilateral relationship creates problems for the party's coalition partner Komeito.

The move comes as coronavirus cases are declining nationwide and vaccinations are ramping up, though there are fears of a resurgence in infections leading into the Tokyo Olympics.

Pyae Lyan Aung, 27, said he refused to return home of his own accord and that he will apply for refugee status.

Shigeru Omi appeared to open a gap with Suga when he said that "it’s not normal” to be staging the global sports spectacle in the middle of a pandemic.

The furlough, the first of its kind by JR East, reflects a drop in passenger demand amid the coronavirus crisis, the company said Wednesday.

The government has a goal of increasing the value of rice exports to China fivefold from the 2019 level to ¥1.9 billion in 2025.

A probe by lawyers revealed last week that Toshiba sought the industry ministry's help in blocking proposals by foreign activist investors.

Betterfly has posted strong growth during the coronavirus outbreak as companies pay closer attention to taking care of the well-being of their workers.

Hundreds of police officers descended on the newspaper’s Hong Kong headquarters, media reports said.

Policy missteps, entrenched corruption and an over-reliance on crude oil mean that a country that makes up a quarter of Africa’s economy risks becoming its biggest problem.

India began vaccinating front-line workers and over 60s against COVID-19 in January but hit a hurdle in May when all adults became eligible for a jab, amid major supply shortages.

The crew members will be monitored for how they fare in space physically and psychologically for an extended period of time.

The decision makes Kiichi Okaguchi of the Sendai High Court the ninth judge ever to be referred to the Judge Impeachment Court in Japan, and the first for expression of views.

General Motors is hitting the accelerator on its drive towards electric autos, significantly boosting its near-term investments as it unveils new models and builds production capacity. The biggest U.S. automaker announced it would raise spending by 30% to $35 billion through 2025 and plans to ...

The initiative, titled "Build Back Better World" (B3W), aims to provide extensive infrastructure investment to developing nations.

Putin got one thing he craved — legitimacy on the international stage. Biden argued he confronted Putin over cyberattacks and Russia’s treatment of democracy activists.

While the firm has clients worldwide and is working with the U.S. and China, Japan risks losing out in the semiconductor field.

In this coming-of-age film, the story itself is nearly overshadowed by the beautifully decorated sets with items from North European-style everyday goods site, Hokuoh Kurashi no Doguten.

Tatsuya Yamanishi’s intriguing debut feature takes a cynical view of relationships, with a premise that’s like something out of an early Haruki Murakami story.

Penguin's latest addition to its “Great Ideas” series features three texts that delve into the evolving revelations of Japanese medieval Buddhist thought.

The 35-year-old Spaniard said the two-week gap between the French Open and Wimbledon was not enough time for him to recuperate after a demanding clay-court season.

A sluggish offensive performance cost Japan in its first game in the final window of FIBA Asia Cup qualifying, a 66-57 loss to China on Wednesday at Angeles City Foundation Gym in Pampanga, Philippines. The Akatsuki Five struggled to score and put up only 20 ...

Women's world No. 2 Naomi Osaka and two men's players, Kei Nishikori and Yoshihito Nishioka, officially qualified to represent Japan at the Tokyo Olympics, the national tennis federation said Thursday. The Japan Tennis Association said it was notified by the International Tennis Federation that the ...

The ozeki will sit out six grand tournaments after repeatedly violating the Japan Sumo Association's COVID-19 protocols.

Phil Mickelson celebrated his 51st birthday on Wednesday by making his final preparations for the U.S. Open as the six-time major winner chases more golf history starting Thursday at Torrey Pines. Mickelson became the oldest major champion last month with a shocking victory at the ...

Madrid announced the departure of one of its most iconic players in a brief statement on Wednesday.

"His love of family outweighed everything else," said Atsuhiro Otsuka, the club's assistant representative to NPB.

The cardiac arrest suffered by Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen during a Euro 2020 match has seen a seven-fold increase in sign-ups for the "heart runner" app, which allows emergency services to quickly direct citizen responders to assist heart attack victims. Eriksen's life was saved when ...

"I thought she was OK — she's been so strong these past few years — but every person has a weak point."

Shohei Ohtani hit his 19th home run of the season and stole his 10th base of the year on Wednesday, but the Los Angeles Angels blew an early lead in an 8-4 loss that allowed the Oakland Athletics to complete a series sweep. The Angels ...

James said the injuries were due to the "lack of rest" before play restarted in December