TravelSushi, ceviche, kokoda- should you eat raw fish on holiday?How to be sushi smart and avoid anisakis disease.19 Apr 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldJapan has millions of empty houses. Want to buy one for $35k?New York Times: By 2033, 30 per cent of all Japan's houses will likely be vacant.18 Apr 06:00 AM
WorldG7 vows to intensify sanctions on Russia over war in Ukraine'There can be no impunity for war crimes and other atrocities.'18 Apr 05:33 AM
WorldPutin hails navy’s performance in Pacific Ocean drillsPutin hailed the military’s performance during massive naval drills in Pacific Ocean.17 Apr 08:37 PM
WorldJapanese PM unhurt after blast shakes port he was visitingThe incident comes only nine months after former PM Shinzo Abe was assassinated.15 Apr 06:02 AM
Entertainment'Outrageous number of victims': Japanese musician alleges talent manager assaulted himThe manager died in 2019 and was never charged.12 Apr 07:54 AM
WorldNorth Korea claims another test of underwater nuclear droneClaims 'Haeil-2' could destroy naval vessels and ports.09 Apr 02:00 AM
TravelNew to Tokyo? Top 10 things to see and do for the first-timerIt's not as daunting as you might think.08 Apr 07:00 PM
TravelJapan’s bear meat vending machine a surprise hitThere are few things you cannot buy from a vending machine in Japan. Bear meat is not one.04 Apr 09:41 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelThe greatest travel experience in Japan – Sakura seasonHow to plan the perfect trip to witness Japan's cherry blossom season.04 Apr 07:00 PM
Sustainable business & financeSmashing the global market: NZ hosts World Avocado CongressAuckland welcomed 750 avocado industry players from around the world this week.04 Apr 05:20 AM
TravelThis restaurant serves Japan’s deadly fugu blowfishWho's game? This and more in Travel's weekly round-up of travel news.28 Mar 07:34 PM
WorldRussia says it test-fired anti-ship missiles in Sea of JapanJapan's Defence Ministry had no immediate response.28 Mar 05:32 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldFacing extinction, but available for selfies: The truth behind Japan’s animal cafesNew York Times: Potential for transmission of disease from animals to humans a concern.20 Mar 05:00 AM
TravelHate tourist crowds? Then head to this nearby destinationA slower side of Japan can be found in Kansai.16 Mar 06:30 AM
WorldWorld’s ‘longest-serving’ death row inmate wins retrial after 55 yearsThe former pro boxer was sentenced to be hanged for the murder of family of four in 1968.14 Mar 02:41 AM
WorldWomen’s Day highlights eroded progress as 'patriarchy fights back'Gender equality won’t be achieved for 300 years given the current pace of change: UN head.08 Mar 06:29 PM
WorldWorld Health Organisation fires Western Pacific director over racism allegationsWHO doctor allegedly said Covid spread in Pacific was due to 'inferior culture and race'.08 Mar 06:25 PM
WorldXi accuses US of trying to block China’s developmentIs the United States out to sabotage China? Chinese leaders think so.08 Mar 05:41 PM
WorldJapan destroys new rocket at launch after ignition failureIt was the second stage of the country’s first new rocket series in more than two decades.07 Mar 08:05 PM
TravelJapanese spa apologises for filthy bath water, changed just twice a yearHealth inspectors found bacteria in baths, 3700 times the permitted safe levels.02 Mar 12:38 AM
TravelJapanese space startup unveils glass balloon capsule taking tourists to the starsWould you get in this glass viewing capsule?01 Mar 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThat mystery orb on a Japanese beach? It was just a buoy (sorry)New York Times: 'Maybe everybody is paranoid because of balloons,' one expert said.01 Mar 12:45 AM
TravelBusiness class passenger served single banana for breakfastOn the bright side, the passenger said it was “one of the best” they'd eaten in a while.23 Feb 07:07 PM
Travel'Too late!' Embarrassing reason JAL plane refused by airportThe domestic shuttle flight turned into a seven-hour 'flight to nowhere'.22 Feb 09:45 PM
WorldMysterious 'Godzilla egg' washes up on Japanese beachA beach was sealed off in Japan to investigate a mysterious sphere of unknown origin.22 Feb 08:39 PM
WorldTicking time bomb: ‘Catastrophic’ problem on Pacific’s doorstepIn 2021, Japan announced plans to dump contaminated water; release date is now close.22 Feb 05:59 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelNew York Times: Packed With Tourists, Japan Returns to Economic GrowthEager to visit Japan? Join the queue.15 Feb 09:29 PM
WorldChina threatens US entities over downing of balloonChina has accused the US of overreacting to a weather balloon that had flown off course.15 Feb 09:25 PM
TravelNaked with strangers: What it’s like at a traditional onsen in JapanStripping down and taking a soak can be a surprisingly emotional experience.15 Feb 07:00 PM
MarketsToshiba in turmoil as profits plunge, boss in expenses scandalDrama at Toshiba's global HQ as boss accused of mismanaging expenses.15 Feb 01:07 AM
Travel5 of Japan's most luxurious ryokanThey've been around for centuries, but today's traditional Japanese inns are extra lavish.14 Feb 06:00 AM
WorldQuake death toll passes 20,000 as survivors struggle to stay warm and fedGrim toll has surpassed 2011 Fukushima quake and tsunami that killed more than 18,400.09 Feb 06:31 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhat’s a Japanese mobster to do in retirement? Join a softball teamNew York Times: They've done years of hard time. Now they want to stay out of trouble.09 Feb 05:00 AM
