Japan's Police Agency finalizes a revised road traffic law to make autonomous driving possible in the near future.

Japan has decided to withdraw from the International Whaling Commission, paving the way for a resumption of commercial w...

With winter upon us, a Nippon TV affiliate looks at hot sellers and a new technology for melting snow.

Japan's defense minister inspects a destroyer that's to be transformed into effectively the nation's first aircraft carr...

Enthronement ceremonies for Japan's next emperor Naruhito will be subject to cost cutting.

A survey by a Japanese productivity organization finds the nation's workers are the least productive among G7 nations.

Japan's Transport Ministry moves to establish new alcohol rules for pilots in the wake of multiple drinking-related prob...

SoftBank Group's telecom unit underwhelms despite a record initial public offering as shares fall almost 15% on their fi...

An airport in western Japan debuts a faucet that dispenses crab soup.

Japan marks a record year for tourism, with more than 30 million people visiting the nation for the first time.