PremiumPremiumWorld'I keep hearing painful coughs': Life on quarantined cruise shipNew York Times: Constant worry about virus and dread about long days stuck inside cabins.06 Feb 09:56 PM
WorldLife on board the Diamond Princess: Trapped on a coronavirus cruise shipThe captain's urgent lockdown order was relayed on loudspeakers in every cabin.06 Feb 03:29 AM
New ZealandKiwi on board cruise ship tests positive for coronavirusThe ship, docked in Yokohama, Japan, has been put on lockdown.06 Feb 03:05 AM
WorldRecord number of deaths in one day in coronavirus 'ground zero'The global death toll has now reached 565 deaths.06 Feb 01:51 AM
RacingBig payday for LisaShe has earned the invitation off the back of hard work and three NZ premiership wins.05 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandJapan Day on this Sunday despite coronavirus concernsAuckland Councillor says he respects decision but didn't think it's a good idea.04 Feb 08:23 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus fears: Lantern Festival in doubt ahead of meeting todayChina consul-general calls for calm; says it's a pity events are being cancelled.03 Feb 07:58 PM
PremiumPremiumSportJimi Blinkhorne dominates again in roller hockeyHe has won the Australia Day Cup MVP for three years running.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus warning to NZ schools: Keep students away for 14 daysAny at-risk children or teachers should stay away for 14 days.27 Jan 09:30 PM
TravelTokyo: 10 steps to navigate the world's biggest cityAn insider's guide to navigating the Japanese city like a local.27 Jan 12:42 AM
WorldChina's leader calls situation grave as country scrambles to contain virusCities scrambling to contain virus that has infected more than 1200 people and killed 41.25 Jan 06:58 PM
TravelStudio Ghibli: Tokyo's space of wonderTop tips for a visit to Tokyo's Studio Ghibli, the legendary animation museum.21 Jan 04:00 AM
World45 days of hell: Father thrown in jail during desperate search for his kidsDetained while searching for his missing children, father describes the torture inside18 Jan 02:28 AM
WorldPatient in Japan confirmed as having new virus from ChinaThe man developed a fever and cough while in Wuhan, China.16 Jan 08:15 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldA Japanese politician is taking paternity leave. It's a big dealNew York Times: Shinjiro Koizumi praised for setting an example for workaholic fathers.16 Jan 12:38 AM
TravelNintendo World bands: Why does Mario want our data?Wearable tech and cartoon characters will be part of the computer game theme park.15 Jan 07:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Jacinda Ardern's early election-year giftCOMMENT: Scott Morrison may secretly harbour same views on Ardern as Steve Price.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCarlos Ghosn defends his legacyNew York Times: "Nobody's going to take it from me," said the fugitive former auto mogul."09 Jan 09:33 PM
BusinessMillionaire fugitive's stunning suitcase escapeThe former boss of Nissan made a daring dash from authorities.01 Jan 12:06 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldThere are no children here. Just lots of life-size dollsNew York Times: As Japan's population shrinks and ages, rural areas are emptying out.18 Dec 05:00 AM
WorldDocuments show Japan wanted one sex slave for every 70 soldiersSex slaves issue has been a source of a painful dispute between South Korea and Japan.08 Dec 03:04 AM
PremiumPremiumSportNorthland's newest pro golfer keeping his headWith a baby coming and a potential Japan Golf Tour card, Brown will have his hands full.30 Nov 10:00 PM
LifestyleWorld's best sushi bar dropped from Michelin GuideWhy this restaurant with a cult following has been excluded from star-rating publication .26 Nov 09:18 PM
TravelJapan: An adventure into the future - and the pastJapan manages to push boundaries and embrace the past, writes Jane Jurgens25 Nov 09:00 PM
TravelTokyo's Shibuya crossing emptied in eerie photosOn October 12, the busiest streets in Japan emptied.25 Nov 06:30 PM
New ZealandSoon you can have your cake, and eat the plate tooThe NZ Herald taste-tested a Japanese company's edible cups and plates - in 4 flavours.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClaire Trevett: Winston Peters tweets but leaves NZ First hat at homeJapan could be Winston Peters' model country, but for the tendency of ministers to resign.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters G20 pitch: Trade and climate changeWinston Peters used a rare audience with the big countries to put in a plea for the small.23 Nov 08:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWinston Peters' US trade push and G20 meetingWinston Peters optimistic about US trade talks start, as he attends G20 in Japan.23 Nov 02:35 AM
TravelYou can stay at this Japanese hotel for $1.50 — but there's a catchThe only rule guests have to abide by is that they're not allowed to be naked.21 Nov 07:09 AM
New ZealandG20 calling: Winston Peters' Japan missionTrade, China and US set to dominate in Winston Peters' G20 talks.21 Nov 01:34 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyComment: 'The weak country is weak' - Japan's lesson for NZWooing the US in trade can be a fraught exercise, as Japan has learned.21 Nov 01:17 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelFinding your zen in JapanLeave your shoes at the entrance — you won't be needing them.11 Nov 06:00 PM
LifestyleA Taste of ... TokyoTry this refined, Japanese-inspired version of the traditional mussel fritter.10 Nov 08:00 PM