Japan's World Cup team has its first practice after touching down in Russia.

Emperor Akihito visits a metalworking factory to see how it's supporting startup businesses in robotics and other field...

A new law on minpaku private lodging services goes into effect, triggering turmoil on major websites such as Airbnb.

A suicide halts Shinkansen bullet train services in western Japan.

Princess Kako, the second daughter of Prince Akishino, returns to Tokyo after studying in England.