TOKYO -- More than 200 observation spots across Japan recorded an "extremely hot day," denoting days when the mercury hits 35 ...

By Michael Schiffer The following is a contribution to the Mainichi Shimbun from Michael Schiffer, who served as assistant ...

When President Donald Trump revealed that his administration had struck a "massive" trade and investment deal with Japan, he described it as "completed"—but it must still pass the Japanese parliament, ...

Walking the streets of Tokyo, Japan in February 2020. I show the areas of Akihabara, Asakusa, and Shibuya. Akihabara is known ...

Neon Genesis Evangelion is a deep anime that mixes robot fights with strong feelings and big ideas. Many fans love it for its story, characters, and dark tone.

Nishijinori, the intricate weaving technique for kimonos that dates back more than a thousand years in Japan’s ancient ...

A piping hot three-course meal, a captivating Tokyo crime saga and another hearty helping of the pair's unwavering creative ...

TOKYO/SEOUL (Reuters) -Shares of Japanese, South Korean and European automakers surged on Wednesday after U.S. President ...

One of Kazeem Famuyide’s earliest memories is sitting on his father’s lap watching Hulk Hogan wrestle in the 1988 Survivor ...

U.S. stocks are ticking toward more records and coasting toward the close of another winning week. The S&P 500 was up 0.1% in ...

Led by the former Royal Ballet principal Miyako Yoshida, the company made its European debut with “Giselle,” showing itself ...

In the new era of credit card lounge wars, American Express is the latest to up the ante by expanding its global lounge ...