The Latest Breaking News from Japan

We were stranded at the airport because of its mistake but it won’t cover our extra costs

A slow-moving storm is dumping intense rainfall on northern Japan, causing rivers to swell and sending some residents to shelters

Yuka Kagami of Japan wins gold in women's 76kg freestyle wrestling at Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing sportsmanship and talent.

Kotaro Kiyooka's impressive gold medal win in men's 65kg freestyle wrestling final match against Amouzadkhalili.

Katsunori Suzuki is one of a few craftsmen in Japan still producing cast iron cookware by hand using laborious traditional techniques. The president of the 172-year-old foundry where he works says she wants to keep the tradition alive, even if it costs much more to produce.

Authorities in Japan urged people to avoid hoarding as anxiety over a possible megaquake triggered a spike Saturday in demand for disaster kits and daily necessities.

Japan’s Ami Yuasa became the first ever Breaking Olympic champion while Refugee Olympic Team’s Manizha Talash made a political statement unveiling a message that read: ‘Free Afghan Women’

A first for the Summer Olympics.

The scandal in Japan forced production to stop on several models.

Japanese PM cancels trip to lead 'megaquake' response after Kyushu quake. Precautionary measures impact summer travelers.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has canceled a planned trip to Central Asia to lead the government’s response after scientists urged people to prepare for a possible “megaquake” off the country’s southern coast