WorldHaru-urara, Japan’s beloved losing racehorse, dies aged 29Haru-urara lost all 113 races but drew crowds of up to 8,000 to Kochi.10 Sep 04:56 AM
PremiumWorldFinding stillness in one of the world’s biggest citiesNew York Times: Despite crowded streets, there's quiet places in the heart of the city.09 Sep 05:05 PM
WorldJapanese city proposes two-hour daily smartphone limitThe proposal has sparked a public backlash with many calling it unrealistic.22 Aug 05:42 AM
PremiumAll BlacksNew name on the kit: All Blacks secure multimillion-dollar sponsorship deal30 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: These Japanese games are as fun now as they were hundreds of years ago!Reporter Nyla is at Hello Japan, where the Land of the Rising Sun has come to the Land of the Long White Cloud with games, fashion, and even animation from Studio Ghibli.Watch26 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelThe little-known resort village that's home to one of Japan's must-see attractionsBelieved to have inspired the film "Spirited Away".21 Jan 06:00 AM
Crime'Pure aggression': Staff defend themselves with chairs as armed offenders raid Auckland eateryThe restaurant's co-owner said offenders were wielding sharp objects as well as hammers.20 Jan 03:13 AM
TravelWhat grown-up fun looks like! Sisters fly to Japan for culture, cuisine, and kinshipSisters doin' it for themselves.25 Dec 12:00 AM
TravelTwo of the most blissful nights you could spend at any Tokyo hotelIt’s not all white-on-beige minimalist design in the Japanese capital.13 Dec 06:00 AM
TravelThe perfect winter trip to Japan for non-skiersSnowshoeing, snow canoeing and onsens – who says you need skis to enjoy snow?11 Dec 06:00 AM
TravelIs this Japan’s last hidden gem?Few Japanese and even fewer foreigners are aware of its existence.12 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelWhy you should see the Japanese city of Kyoto from the waterJapan's former imperial capital Kyoto is a city laced with waterways.06 Oct 03:00 AM
TravelWhere to find the best pizza in Tokyo, the world's unexpected pizza capitalTokyo’s best-kept secret might just be its pizza.05 Oct 05:00 AM
TravelThis airline is offering Kiwis free domestic flightsThe offer is to help Kiwis explore more of the trending country.23 Sep 08:23 PM
TravelWhy Tokyo's Sancha neighbourhood is the perfect base for first-timersBonus, it flies completely under the tourist radar.16 Sep 07:00 AM
TravelJesse Mulligan reflects on his stay at the uber-luxe Ritz-Carlton KyotoIs this $2000 per night hotel worthy of a return visit?04 Sep 07:00 AM
TravelAn unexpected flight upgrade: Jesse Mulligan experiences a rare phenomenonImagine winning the 'upgrade Lotto' with Air NZ.30 Aug 07:00 AM
TravelThe secret to eating like you know what you're doing in OsakaFrom sushi vending machines to Hello Kitty-shaped cakes.16 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentCan Japan’s first same-sex dating reality show change hearts and minds?NY Times: Producers of The Boyfriend hope it will encourage broader acceptance.08 Jul 04:00 AM
TravelBali and Thailand no longer most popular spot for KiwisOnce considered too expensive, one Asia destination is trending for Kiwis.27 Jun 08:00 PM
TravelMt Fuji 'bullet climbers, litterbugs' targeted by new rulesThose who want to climb the iconic Japanese mountain must pay to reserve a place.20 May 08:29 PM
Travel newsHow much? A price guide to the world's most popular citiesFrom London to New York, which cities are going to cost you the most?13 May 04:00 AM
WorldJapanese authorities raid supplement factory linked to 5 deaths and 100 hospitalisationsAbout a million packages of the supplements were sold over the past three fiscal years.30 Mar 06:34 AM
TravelWhy haven't you visited the 'Hawaii of Japan' yet?Just two hours from Tokyo there exists a paradise you've probably never heard of.24 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleKatsu Katsu restaurant: The crispiest, cheesiest reason to park in Newmarket?"The utensil's sole purpose was to ensure I scraped every bit of hot, gooey cheese."21 Mar 10:00 PM
TravelA holiday in Japan for introverts, for those who find Tokyo overwhelmingYou've probably haven’t heard of Ehime. Bonus, nobody else has either.15 Mar 05:00 AM
TravelWhat Kyoto's citizens are doing to fight off over-tourismOfficials have added new restrictions as concerns grow over misbehaving tourists.10 Mar 02:34 AM