Chinese tourists are continuing to shun Japan in large numbers, with the country falling out of the top 10 destinations for ...

The Japanese people have just given Sanae Takaichi a super-majority in the parliament. It signals a period of great change ...

Some experts say the long-held belief in long-term employment among Japanese companies is changing in the face of competition ...

Japanophiles, look away now. A country renowned for inspiring fascination, warm feelings and not a little envy in its ...

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was on course for a sweeping mandate from voters for her economic policies and tough stance on immigration and China.

At least three deals, making plausible inroads into Japan’s overall commitment of $550bn, are now due to be unveiled once the election on February 8 is over, according to several people familiar with ...

According to the World Health Organisation, Japan's adult obesity rate is around 4 to 5 percent. India's official obesity rate is still lower than some Western countries, but urban India is witnessing ...

Immigration is a central battleground in Sunday’s election despite its vital role in the world’s fourth-largest economy ...

Fujiyoshida near Mount Fuji has cancelled its cherry blossom festival due to overcrowding and issues caused by tourists.

Welcome to our calendar feature BIG WEEK, wherein our expert Arts & Culture writers recommend the best things to do. This ...

Japan’s conservative prime minister Sanae Takaichi has won a landslide victory after she gambled on a high-stakes snap election, exit polls suggest.

Mikaela Shiffrin perseveres to win gold in women's slalom, U.S. snowboarder Jake Canter claims an unexpected bronze in ...