The pet of choice in Japan, as much as cuddly kitties and playful puppies, is the humble bug. The bug has been a key part of ...

The Japanese city of Fukuoka is the second in the world to harness the power of osmosis to generate electricity for ...

A team of geoscientists has identified a subtle but powerful force driving mountain building and compression of Earth's crust in Japan and neighboring regions. The so-called same-dip double subduction ...

Look outside of the crowded tourist locales in Kanto and Kansai and explore the rural charms of Akita Prefecture. From unspoiled natural landscapes and traditional crafts to famous festivals and ...

The pet of choice in Japan, as much as cuddly kitties and playful puppies, is the humble bug. The bug has been a key part of ...

TOKYO >> The European Union could imperil Japan’s imported supply of affordably priced eel with a proposal to make all 19 eel species subject to trade regulations under the Convention on International ...

“Nature’s power is so great that maybe it’s better if it scares us a little,” she said. Representatives of both the Tokyo ...

Lake Towada: Lake Towada is the largest crater lake of Japan’s main island. It’s a great Aomori tourist attraction for those who enjoy trekking, water sports, camping, and hiking. Autumn is a lovely ...

Unless construction and sewer maintenance are better regulated, annual downpours that have left hundreds dead in recent ...