An explosion occurs at a space rocket experiment facility in northern Japan where JAXA was conducting a test involving t...

The China International Cartoon and Game Expo gets underway in Shanghai, with emphasis on the Chinese animation industry...

Experts warn people of the possibility of volcanic eruptions on Kuchinoerabu Island in southwestern Japan and Mt. Asama ...

Japanese TV personality Ryuchell is found dead at an agency office in Tokyo in an apparent suicide.

Strong winds are believed to have toppled a warehouse and other structures in Ibaraki Prefecture, north of Tokyo.

The mother of late "Terrace House" cast member Kimura Hana calls for humane broadcast production in court hearing.

Japan's Supreme Court ruled that it was illegal to bar a trans woman from using certain bathroom.

A strong gust believed to be a tornado wreaks havoc around Tokyo.

Visitors enjoy the first sunrise of the season at Mt. Fuji after trails on the Shizuoka Prefecture side of Mt. Fuji open...

A sea lion gives birth to her son after an 18-hour labor at an aquarium in western Japan.