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
WorldWho is helping? The massive aid effort underway after Turkey quakeEngineers, soldiers, paramedics, search dogs & handlers on way as world pitches in.07 Feb 06:04 PM
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WorldKnives out for bizarre online trend of sushi ‘terrorism'Footage of customers contaminating dishes sends shares in Japanese outlets plummeting.03 Feb 11:04 PM
LifestyleScience solves mystery of gibbon who became pregnant in isolationShe was kept in isolation. So how did she give birth?03 Feb 01:06 AM
TalanoaAir NZ adds recovery flights for 9000 passengers stranded overseas after Auckland hit by floodingAir NZ is putting on more flights from Samoa and Japan to bring home stranded passengers.01 Feb 09:43 PM
TravelHundreds of Jetstar passengers stranded at Japanese airport for 18 hoursPassengers were forced to sleep on the floor of Kansai airport as snow covered the runway.26 Jan 03:43 AM
WorldWatch: World leader's aide scolded by 'ashamed' mum for 'rude' act on cameraHe was on camera at the Biden summit. Then came an angry call from his 'ashamed' mother.23 Jan 08:20 PM
WorldJapanese company sells whale meat snacks in vending machinesWhale meat was widely eaten in Japan after WWII, but sales have since plummeted.22 Jan 11:00 PM
TravelWhat it's like staying at one of Tokyo's most sustainable hotelsArt, innovation and sustainability some together in style at this Tokyo spot.18 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBank of Japan defies market pressure, keeps monetary policy ultra looseFinancial Times: Decision comes after weeks of turmoil in government bond market.18 Jan 05:20 AM
TravelMake the most of Fukuoka after the sun goes downWhy you should explore the city of Fukuoka after dark.17 Jan 03:00 AM
WorldSuspect charged with murder in assassination of Japan’s ex-PMTetsuya Yamagami was arrested immediately after allegedly shooting Shinzo Abe.13 Jan 08:13 AM
TravelMajor airline suggests passengers skip mealsThe option is described as the "ethical choice".09 Jan 02:26 AM
WorldUS approves drug that slows Alzheimer'sLeqembi is the first drug that’s been convincingly shown to slow the decline in memory.06 Jan 10:28 PM
WorldChina to resume issuing passports, fuelling infection fears as virus surgesThe tourism move is China's latest big step away from its harsh Covid restrictions.28 Dec 05:14 PM
WorldTaliban minister defends women’s university banThe decree triggered a global backlash this week including in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar.22 Dec 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNZ business needs to look to Japan for opportunities - business adviserNZ needs to wake up to the trade possibilities in Japan, a business adviser says.12 Dec 04:45 AM
WorldRapist cannibal who walked free diesA Japanese murderer known as the 'Kobe Cannibal' has died aged 73.02 Dec 08:34 PM
WorldNew drug slows Alzheimer’s but can it make a real difference?It's a bright spot after repeated disappointments in the quest for better treatments.30 Nov 06:38 PM
PremiumPremiumFootball World CupCheer, chant, clean: Japan takes out the trash, and others get the hintNew York Times: Japanese fans went viral for cleaning up after a World Cup victory.27 Nov 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleBeauty over brains: Japan’s skin-deep university pageantsNew York Times: Wildly popular 'Miss Con' pageants are staged at campuses across Japan.27 Nov 07:48 PM
TravelHolidays in Asia: 15 of the best hotels for an ultra-stylish stayFrom beachside havens to luxe city pads, these spots are so comfy you won't want to leave26 Nov 06:00 PM
TravelHow friendly is Japan for Gay travellers really?Winds of change were felt this month but Japan is full of culture shocks for LGBT travel.18 Nov 06:30 PM
TravelJapan to reopen to cruise ships after 2 1/2-year banThe ban, set after a Covid outbreak killed hundreds on a cruise in 2020, will be lifted.15 Nov 06:38 PM
WorldUS, Japan, South Korea vow unified response to North Korea threatTensions have skyrocketed as North Korea continues its weapons demonstrations.13 Nov 07:52 PM
WorldNorth Korea keeps up missile barrage, causing evacuation alerts in JapanNorth Korea has been ramping up its weapons demonstrations to a record pace this year.03 Nov 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelEasy breezy: Cruising back into long-haul travel to JapanReturning to long-haul travel? This non-stop flight makes the trip a breeze.02 Nov 11:30 PM
TravelThe one major mistake all Japan tourists makeDon't get tripped up by this tricky custom.01 Nov 06:00 PM
WorldNorth Korea fires missiles amid US nuclear weapons warningIt was the first ballistic weapons launch in two weeks.28 Oct 07:29 PM
Travel10 Things I wish I'd known before visiting Japan for the first timeFrom singing toilets to chopstick etiquette, here is what can catch first-timers out.28 Oct 07:00 PM
TravelOh chikushō! Heritage worker crashes car into Japan's oldest toiletThe monk's loo at Tofukuji is one of Japan's designated cultural treasures.19 Oct 09:11 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelKyoto wants you back, but it has some polite suggestionsThe New York Times: Kyoto, Japan is grappling with how to accommodate the crowds.19 Oct 07:17 PM
TravelPilgrims trial 'robotic hiking suit' in JapanJapan's oldest pilgrimage route is an unlikely test site for cutting-edge technology.19 Oct 01:00 AM
