A slippery tug of war event takes place on an ice skating rink in northeastern Japan for the first time in three years.

A memorial is held for Japanese doctor Nakamura Tetsu, who was killed in a shooting while engaging in humanitarian assis...

People are laughing 2022 away at a shrine in western Japan to express appreciation for the past year and wish for good h...

Emperor Naruhito and his daughter Princess Aiko make a private visit to Gakushuin University's Museum of History to see ...

Prime Minister Kishida Fumio congratulates the Japanese national soccer team on its historic win over Spain in the FIFA ...

Japan fans rejoice in the national squad's come-from-behind victory over Spain that put them through to the knockout sta...

Children set up a gigantic straw rabbit monument at a shrine in western Japan.

Hikonyan, a mascot of the western Japanese city of Hikone, helps make a giant rope festoon at Hikone Castle.

Shiogama Shrine in northeastern Japan prepares for the New Year by making good luck items for visitors.

Japan starts its first winter energy saving period in seven years.