the Japan Meteorological Agency announced on Aug. 8. The agency said the typhoon may approach the Izu island chain by Aug. 13 after increasing in intensity. As of 9 a.m. on Aug. 8 ...

Tuna hauls around the islands of Hachijojima and Miyakejima are on the rise, as catch quotas have been expanded thanks to the ...

In this episode of CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights, we will recommend a journey that you may start cycling from Tokyo to Izu-Oshima, a volcanic island located about 100 kilometers south of the ...

The sight of anteaters — known for their climbing prowess — navigating a blossoming Kawazu cherry tree without falling, provides a playful pick-me-up for students about to take one of the most ...

Night - Cloudy with a 51% chance of precipitation. Winds variable at 5 to 9 mph (8 to 14.5 kph). The overnight low will be 42 °F (5.6 °C). Partly cloudy with a high of 60 °F (15.6 °C). Winds ...

When visiting Japan, travelers can stay at a traditional ryokan with a communal onsen or opt for a private dip in an open-air bath like this one in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.