Latin pop queen Shakira delighted crowds of two million that packed Rio's famed Copacabana beach under a full moon Saturday, delivering fan-favorite hits and words of love for…
More than a dozen people, including 10 junior high school students, were injured following a head-on crash between a van and minivan Saturday night in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture,…
Annual survey finds cases of 90-year-old parents caring for socially reclusive children in their 60s. KHJ, or Kazoku Hikikomori Japan, is an NPO offering support and guidance to hikikomori (shut-ins)
Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine beat Mirra Andreeva of Russia 7-5, 6-3 to win the Madrid Open title on Saturday. The two players, whose countries have been at war…
A 46-year-old woman in Hokkaido has been arrested on suspicion of strangling her son. The investigation is ongoing, with the mother initially admitting to the crime before denying the allegations.
A cruise ship is marooned off Cape Verde after three passenger deaths. Approximately 150 people remain stuck on board.
Experience Tokyo's Kagurazaka with a new immersive tour. Explore samurai history, traditional sweets, tea ceremonies, and kokyu music in one morning.
A strong El Nino could bring extreme weather to Asia. Travelers should prepare for potential disruptions to energy, water, and agriculture.
Japan's ruling LDP faces local election setbacks despite high PM approval. Could this political shift impact tourism policies and travel?
Mister Donut's popular 'Donut Buffet' is now available at 108 locations in Japan, including six in Tokyo. For ¥2,000, enjoy 60 minutes of unlimited donuts, muffins, pies, and soft drinks.
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