Yuji Kuroiwa, the governor of Japan’s Kanagawa prefecture, attempted some light wordplay in the face of a terrifying new disease, economic spasm and life-c …
Vending machines in Japan offer more than chips and soda
America’s love affair with vending machines goes back generations. There are about 7 million vending machines in the country, selling Americans sodas, snacks and sundries — and bringing in nearly $22 …
Strong earthquake off northern Japan injures 3
A strong earthquake struck off northern Japan early Saturday, causing no risk of a tsunami but leaving three people injured and shaking buildings in Tokyo, authorities said.
A young widow accused of poisoning Japan’s aged ‘Don Juan’ for his money, arrested by authorities
Saki Sudo is suspected of poisoning Kosuke Nozaki, 77, three years ago for his real estate and liquor fortune.
Olympic officials are determined to have a Tokyo Games despite Japan’s growing doubts
The International Olympic Committee says it can deliver a safe Olympics without overburdening Japan’s health-care system. Many doctors and nurses don’t agree.
Sumo wrestler dies one month after suffering head injury in Japan
Hibikiryu, 28, landed on his head during a bout in March and was later treated for a spinal injury …
6.8-magnitude quake rattles northeast Japan, no tsunami risk
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast on Saturday, authorities said, but no tsunami warning was issued and there were no immediate reports of damage.
Magnitude 6.6 Quake Hits Off Coast of North Japan, No Tsunami
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck off the coast of Japan’s northern Miyagi prefecture, public broadcaster NHK said Saturday.
A Grudge Match in Japan: One Corner, Two 7-Elevens
Inside the war between a very powerful company and a very stubborn franchisee, complete with threats, spies and videotape.
Why Japan is trailing the rich world on Covid vaccinations
In all ways but one Japan’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic has put its peers in the rich developed world to shame.Without forced lockdowns or a prolonged closure of schools, a large, rich …