The Latest Breaking News from Japan

A Japanese court ordered on Tuesday that a religious sect be stripped of official recognition, the government said, in the wake of the assassination of ex-premier Shinzo Abe.

First detailed guidelines for residents will be shared with ministries and prefectures for disaster relief

From all-star guest appearances to the world’s biggest collection of Custom Shop and made-in-Japan guitars, Fender Flagship Tokyo is the guitar store I’d always dreamed of

Celtic star Daizen Maeda dismisses transfer exit rumours and hopes to showcase his qualities for Japan.

Sukiya, a beef bowl chain, said it had taken measures to prevent further incidents

The best-selling camera brand in Japan according to BCN+R is actually...Kodak?

If you're the kind of person who pays a lot of attention to new helmet graphics, then you're probably already aware that Shoei loves releasing limited edition graphics on its helmets, particularly in Japan. It's March 2025 as I write this, and the high-end helmet maker has almost as many…

"Tourists are destroying places, things, and people cherished by the Japanese people"

Officials say a vehicle struck four children riding bicycles on a street in central Japan, killing one and injuring the others, one seriously

I have spent years studying and teaching Japanese anime, exploring how its narratives intertwine with cultural, philosophical and religious traditions. One of the most compelling aspects of Japanese anime is its ability to merge thrilling action with deep spiritual and ethical questions.

Beginner bikes often get a bad rap. They’re seen as stepping stones, placeholders, or machines you outgrow the moment you figure out how to work a clutch. But the reality is, some beginner bikes are an absolute blast, and Aprilia’s newly launched RX 125 and SX 125 are prime examples…