A new poll shows a huge gap in optimism on North Korea between Japan and South Korea.

False rumors spread on Twitter after a large earthquake shakes Osaka.

Four people are now confirmed dead in the earthquake that struck Osaka Monday morning.

Meteorological officials warn of large aftershocks following the deadly mega-quake in western Japan.

A large earthquake rocks western Japan, killing three people in Osaka and injuring an estimated 180 people as of posting...

Japan's World Cup team has its first practice after touching down in Russia.

Emperor Akihito visits a metalworking factory to see how it's supporting startup businesses in robotics and other field...

A new law on minpaku private lodging services goes into effect, triggering turmoil on major websites such as Airbnb.

A suicide halts Shinkansen bullet train services in western Japan.

Princess Kako, the second daughter of Prince Akishino, returns to Tokyo after studying in England.