Tokyo, Nagano is a magnet for skiers and snowboarders, but it also has temples, macaque monkeys and a town Hokusai painted in ...

Don’t worry: It’s general enough to apply to the rest of Japan. But for busy people, here’s a summary of things you should know about what to do before, during and after an earthquake in Japan.

In Japan, wearing masks is a common courtesy and an effective way to reduce the spread of illnesses, particularly during flu season. While regular surgical masks can provide basic protection, opting ...

Japan has long-standing territorial disputes with both China and Russia, leading to multiple standoffs over islands.

Thankfully it wasn’t hard, as there are plenty of Pokémon things to do in Japan no matter where your travels take you. Here ...

“Giving birth in Japan and raising a child until they are 1 year old would cost around 1.1 million yen ($7,500),” Tsubonoya said. She also told the technical trainees how to use birth control ...

Filipinos may be familiar with Hakone as a sardines brand, but this town in Japan is a lesser-known tourist destination close ...

To say that the action in Japan's stock market this year has been a wild ride would be an understatement. The Nikkei 225, Japan's benchmark index, was up close to 27% for the year at its high in ...

If you're looking to learn a little (or a lot) about Japan's history, the Tokyo National Museum is the place to go. This museum is one of the country's most expansive, housing about 120,000 pieces ...