TravelJapanese space startup unveils glass balloon capsule taking tourists to the starsWould you get in this glass viewing capsule?01 Mar 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThat mystery orb on a Japanese beach? It was just a buoy (sorry)New York Times: 'Maybe everybody is paranoid because of balloons,' one expert said.01 Mar 12:45 AM
TravelBusiness class passenger served single banana for breakfastOn the bright side, the passenger said it was “one of the best” they'd eaten in a while.23 Feb 07:07 PM
Travel'Too late!' Embarrassing reason JAL plane refused by airportThe domestic shuttle flight turned into a seven-hour 'flight to nowhere'.22 Feb 09:45 PM
WorldMysterious 'Godzilla egg' washes up on Japanese beachA beach was sealed off in Japan to investigate a mysterious sphere of unknown origin.22 Feb 08:39 PM
WorldTicking time bomb: ‘Catastrophic’ problem on Pacific’s doorstepIn 2021, Japan announced plans to dump contaminated water; release date is now close.22 Feb 05:59 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelNew York Times: Packed With Tourists, Japan Returns to Economic GrowthEager to visit Japan? Join the queue.15 Feb 09:29 PM
WorldChina threatens US entities over downing of balloonChina has accused the US of overreacting to a weather balloon that had flown off course.15 Feb 09:25 PM
TravelNaked with strangers: What it’s like at a traditional onsen in JapanStripping down and taking a soak can be a surprisingly emotional experience.15 Feb 07:00 PM
MarketsToshiba in turmoil as profits plunge, boss in expenses scandalDrama at Toshiba's global HQ as boss accused of mismanaging expenses.15 Feb 01:07 AM
Travel5 of Japan's most luxurious ryokanThey've been around for centuries, but today's traditional Japanese inns are extra lavish.14 Feb 06:00 AM
WorldQuake death toll passes 20,000 as survivors struggle to stay warm and fedGrim toll has surpassed 2011 Fukushima quake and tsunami that killed more than 18,400.09 Feb 06:31 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhat’s a Japanese mobster to do in retirement? Join a softball teamNew York Times: They've done years of hard time. Now they want to stay out of trouble.09 Feb 05:00 AM
WorldWho is helping? The massive aid effort underway after Turkey quakeEngineers, soldiers, paramedics, search dogs & handlers on way as world pitches in.07 Feb 06:04 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsWhy Chinese companies are investing billions in MexicoNY Times: Mexico attracts Chinese businesses wary of shipping and geopolitical problems.05 Feb 12:30 AM
WorldKnives out for bizarre online trend of sushi ‘terrorism'Footage of customers contaminating dishes sends shares in Japanese outlets plummeting.03 Feb 11:04 PM
LifestyleScience solves mystery of gibbon who became pregnant in isolationShe was kept in isolation. So how did she give birth?03 Feb 01:06 AM
TalanoaAir NZ adds recovery flights for 9000 passengers stranded overseas after Auckland hit by floodingAir NZ is putting on more flights from Samoa and Japan to bring home stranded passengers.01 Feb 09:43 PM
TravelHundreds of Jetstar passengers stranded at Japanese airport for 18 hoursPassengers were forced to sleep on the floor of Kansai airport as snow covered the runway.26 Jan 03:43 AM
WorldWatch: World leader's aide scolded by 'ashamed' mum for 'rude' act on cameraHe was on camera at the Biden summit. Then came an angry call from his 'ashamed' mother.23 Jan 08:20 PM
WorldJapanese company sells whale meat snacks in vending machinesWhale meat was widely eaten in Japan after WWII, but sales have since plummeted.22 Jan 11:00 PM
TravelWhat it's like staying at one of Tokyo's most sustainable hotelsArt, innovation and sustainability some together in style at this Tokyo spot.18 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBank of Japan defies market pressure, keeps monetary policy ultra looseFinancial Times: Decision comes after weeks of turmoil in government bond market.18 Jan 05:20 AM
TravelMake the most of Fukuoka after the sun goes downWhy you should explore the city of Fukuoka after dark.17 Jan 03:00 AM
WorldSuspect charged with murder in assassination of Japan’s ex-PMTetsuya Yamagami was arrested immediately after allegedly shooting Shinzo Abe.13 Jan 08:13 AM
TravelMajor airline suggests passengers skip mealsThe option is described as the "ethical choice".09 Jan 02:26 AM
WorldUS approves drug that slows Alzheimer'sLeqembi is the first drug that’s been convincingly shown to slow the decline in memory.06 Jan 10:28 PM
WorldChina to resume issuing passports, fuelling infection fears as virus surgesThe tourism move is China's latest big step away from its harsh Covid restrictions.28 Dec 05:14 PM
WorldTaliban minister defends women’s university banThe decree triggered a global backlash this week including in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar.22 Dec 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNZ business needs to look to Japan for opportunities - business adviserNZ needs to wake up to the trade possibilities in Japan, a business adviser says.12 Dec 04:45 AM
WorldRapist cannibal who walked free diesA Japanese murderer known as the 'Kobe Cannibal' has died aged 73.02 Dec 08:34 PM
WorldNew 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.30 Nov 06:38 PM
PremiumPremiumFootball World CupCheer, chant, clean: Japan takes out the trash, and others get the hintNew York Times: Japanese fans went viral for cleaning up after a World Cup victory.27 Nov 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleBeauty over brains: Japan’s skin-deep university pageantsNew York Times: Wildly popular 'Miss Con' pageants are staged at campuses across Japan.27 Nov 07:48 PM
