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The decree triggered a global backlash this week including in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar.
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NZ business needs to look to Japan for opportunities - business adviser
NZ needs to wake up to the trade possibilities in Japan, a business adviser says.
Rapist cannibal who walked free dies
A Japanese murderer known as the 'Kobe Cannibal' has died aged 73.
New drug slows Alzheimer’s but can it make a real difference?
It's a bright spot after repeated disappointments in the quest for better treatments.
Cheer, chant, clean: Japan takes out the trash, and others get the hint
New York Times: Japanese fans went viral for cleaning up after a World Cup victory.
Beauty over brains: Japan’s skin-deep university pageants
New York Times: Wildly popular 'Miss Con' pageants are staged at campuses across Japan.
Holidays in Asia: 15 of the best hotels for an ultra-stylish stay
From beachside havens to luxe city pads, these spots are so comfy you won't want to leave
How friendly is Japan for Gay travellers really?
Winds of change were felt this month but Japan is full of culture shocks for LGBT travel.
Japan to reopen to cruise ships after 2 1/2-year ban
The ban, set after a Covid outbreak killed hundreds on a cruise in 2020, will be lifted.
US, Japan, South Korea vow unified response to North Korea threat
Tensions have skyrocketed as North Korea continues its weapons demonstrations.
North Korea keeps up missile barrage, causing evacuation alerts in Japan
North Korea has been ramping up its weapons demonstrations to a record pace this year.
Easy breezy: Cruising back into long-haul travel to Japan
Returning to long-haul travel? This non-stop flight makes the trip a breeze.
North Korea fires missiles amid US nuclear weapons warning
It was the first ballistic weapons launch in two weeks.
10 Things I wish I'd known before visiting Japan for the first time
From singing toilets to chopstick etiquette, here is what can catch first-timers out.
Oh chikushō! Heritage worker crashes car into Japan's oldest toilet
The monk's loo at Tofukuji is one of Japan's designated cultural treasures.
Kyoto wants you back, but it has some polite suggestions
The New York Times: Kyoto, Japan is grappling with how to accommodate the crowds.
Pilgrims trial 'robotic hiking suit' in Japan
Japan's oldest pilgrimage route is an unlikely test site for cutting-edge technology.
Shocked climber brawls with bear on Japanese mountain
A heart-stopping video has emerged of a climber's bear encounter.
North Korea launches shells near South Korean border
Barrage of about 250 shells fired off coastlines into buffer zones.
Chinese leader Xi calls for military growth
Beijing declares it is ready for war to 'safeguard China’s dignity and core interests'.
Cold case: Who killed Japanese tourist Kayo Matsuzawa?
The Herald looks back at the 1998 killing of Japanese tourist Kayo Matsuzawa
Fans from around the globe flock to Whangārei for Women's Rugby World Cup
The visitors are bringing some international flavour to Whangārei.
Five of the best cities to visit on a Japan holiday
With borders fully opening from October 11, now is the perfect time to plan your visit.
A 9-square-metre Tokyo apartment: 'I wouldn't live anywhere else'
New York Times: Over two-thirds of Tokyo's microapartment tenants are in their 20s.
Japan bans export of chemical weapons goods to Russia
Japan has expressed grave concerns after threats from Russia about nuclear weapons.
You can finally visit Japan independently from this date
If you've been dreaming of a Japan trip, mark this date in your diary.
Typhoon Nanmadol pounds Japan
Wave surge warnings issued - people urged to move to second floors or higher.
Japan hints at full lift of tourist restrictions
Tourism businesses and a softening currency are conspiring to reopen Japan's borders.
Floral fantastic: Why Japan is more than cherry blossoms
With a flower for every month, Japan is blooming beautiful all year round
The robot making convenience stores more convenient
It tirelessly lends its clip-like hand, doing the unglamorous work of stocking shelves.
As Japan builds nuclear dumping facilities, Pacific groups say 'stop'
Pacific groups want to stop Japan from dumping radioactive nuclear wastewater into ocean.
Auckland spot makes 'World's 10 Cheapest Landmarks' list
Seeing the great sights doesn't have to break the bank.
Abe murder suspect says his life was destroyed by mother's religion
The Shinzo Abe murder suspect blames his mother's large church donations for his rage.