The only nuclear plant in the greater Tokyo region has had its operational life extended 20 years.

Only about 3700 lodgings have registered under Japan's new so-called "minpaku" room sharing law.

Japan's Financial Services Agency will discipline at least five cryptocurrency exchanges in the wake of the massive loss...

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

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.

The 100-yen-shop industry in Japan continues to grow and for good reason.

The operator of Tokyo Disney Resort is planning a major new expansion of its DisneySea park.

Hokkaido's specialty watermelon fetches over $4500 in the first auction of the season.

Machines that can pack meat, frost cakes and make elaborate candy designs could help ease Japan's shortage of food indus...