Though it recovered in the second half of the year, Japan’s economy barely grew in 2024 as a depreciated yen fueled inflation and strained households. By River Akira Davis and Hisako Ueno ...

Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to go, stay and eat. By Finn-Olaf Jones Unlike the high jinks and ...

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TOKYO -- Net foreign direct investment by Japan in the U.S. reached a record high of 11.73 trillion yen ($77.3 billion) in 2024, Japanese government data shows, continuing its rise while economic ...

TOKYO—The Japanese economy expanded faster than expected in the final three months of 2024 thanks to solid corporate spending and external demand, a positive show of strength as the central bank ...

The Monster Hunter series exploded in popularity globally after years of success in Japan. How did they do it? The incident happened during a public event where the K-pop star hugged 1,000 fans.

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(AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi, File) Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year] TOKYO (AP) — Japanese officials said senior Taliban representatives were in the capital for talks, ...

Whether you are an expatriate working in Tokyo, a student pursuing your dream career in Kyoto, or someone who fell in love with Japan, renewing your visa is crucial. In this article, we guide you ...

March is considered one of the best months to visit Japan, thanks to its mild weather, colorful blooms, and vibrant cultural events. As winter wanes, plum and early cherry blossoms emerge in warmer ...

Want to relive that Japanese holiday, or get your eye in before you head overseas? You're in luck, because Melbourne is full of top-tier Japanese restaurants. Whether you’re craving sushi, ramen, ...