Mackerel is an increasingly popular food in China. High demand for the oily fish is driving many Chinese fishermen to us...

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake hits Tottori Prefecture, western Japan. No fatalities are reported.

Japanese scientists explore a volcanic island for the first time since it began erupting three years ago.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe presents the People's Honor Award to Kaoru Icho, four-time Olympic gold medalist in women's wr...

Mitsubishi Motors announces Nissan President Carlos Ghosn as its chairman-elect.

On her 82nd birthday, Empress Michiko says she was shocked by the big headlines on Emperor Akihito's abdication issue.

Japan will survey its newly expanded volcanic island in the Pacific.

IOC President Thomas Bach and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe discuss holding some of the 2020 Olympics in disaster-struck no...

Okinawa Police express regret over derogatory words used by a riot police officer against protesters at a US military he...

A traditional textile maker in central Japan is busy making charm bags for the new year.