A small farming community in central Japan tries an unusual technique for getting rid of its nuisance monkeys.

The Imperial couple release ornate carp in a pond on the grounds of the Imperial Palace.

One of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan is welcoming gods from around the nation.

The government is planning to order a domestic-made convertible for the parade to commemorate Crown Prince Naruhito's ac...

The character mascot Kaparu from Saitama Prefecture comes from behind to take top place at an annual mascot contest clou...

A new passion for reflection photography is gripping people in Japan.

The UN adopts a resolution on North Korea's human rights violations, including the kidnapping of Japanese nationals.

A Kyoto University team reengineers iPS stem cells to become cancer-attacking immune cells.

Don Mattingly, Mitch Hanigar and Kenta Maeda offer flowers at Hiroshima Peace Park on behalf of Major League Baseball, s...

Japan's Ground Self-Defense Forces investigate yesterday's incident of a stray mortar damaging a parked car's window out...