The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Flights grounded as Japan’s most active volcano erupts for second time in four months

Sakurajima’s first major eruption of the year sends ash plume 3.4km into the sky

The Independent UK · Apr 14

Japanese Moss Gardens Are the Calm, Minimalist Idea for Outdoors — Here’s How to Recreate Them, According to a Japanese Landscape Designer

This style of gardening may not be low maintenance, but the appeal it lends to your home is worth every bit of effort

Livingetc · Apr 14

Inside Nissan's Comeback Plan: AI, Hybrids, And The Return Of The Xterra

Nissan’s struggles have been well documented, but CEO Ivan Espinosa has a plan to turn things around. At this year’s "Nissan Vision" outlook event at the company’s headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, the automaker shared new details on how it plans to right the ship.

Motor1 · Apr 14

Cherry Blossom Festival in Berlin attracts many tourists this spring

Each spring, Japanese cherry blossoms across Berlin attract many visitors to the German capital. These vibrant pink and white trees, which bloom for only a few days, can be found scattered throughout parks across the city.

Euronews · Apr 13

After the K-Beauty Boom, Japanese Skincare Is Emerging As A Major Player

After a slew of short-lived trends, "skinminimalism" is resonating

Marie Claire · Apr 13

"You are my god!" Watch Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi praise Ian Paice as she meets her Deep Purple heroes

The politician is a self-confessed rocker who plays Burn by Deep Purple to let off steam

Louder · Apr 12

The three clues to the F1 start problem Antonelli is aiming to solve

Kimi Antonelli leads the Formula 1 world championship, but has made bad getaways in three out of four starts (including the sprint in China), each for different reasons. That's why he's working to refine his start procedure to further strengthen his title credentials

Autosport · Apr 12

Marquez pushed into his third-longest winless streak in MotoGP by shoulder injury

Only during the darkest period of his injury-plagued years between 2020 and 2023 has Marc Marquez endured a longer run without a MotoGP victory, with his milestone 100th win still eluding him

Autosport · Apr 12

Shoulder injury pushes Marc Marquez into his third-longest winless streak in MotoGP

Only during the darkest period of his injury-plagued years between 2020 and 2023 has Marc Marquez endured a longer run without a MotoGP victory, with his milestone 100th win still eluding him

Motorsport · Apr 12

The Japanese-Inspired Bathtub Is Right in the Middle of This Flat on London's 'Silicone Roundabout' — With Windows Onto the Living Room and Kitchen

With concealed bomb damage brought out into the open, and thoughtful Japanese details hidden into the design, this Silicon Roundabout apartment is full of surprise and style

Livingetc · Apr 12