New ZealandArdern meets Mahathir and Abe in finaleThe PM receives warning and compliment in final bilaterals at the East Asia Summit.15 Nov 01:10 PM
New ZealandNZ slams Japan's latest whaling expeditionJapan's latest whaling expedition into the Southern Ocean has again drawn heavy criticism.12 Nov 10:28 PM
RetailAmazon has a rival in Japan and its stock is soaringJapan's retail market is potentially an exciting market for automated checkouts.10 Nov 08:42 PM
New ZealandMPs' trip to ABs' game in Japan defended as trade promotion$24,000 trip included an All Blacks game and meetings with business and political leaders05 Nov 11:36 PM
WorldA Japanese island quietly disappeared — and no one noticed until now'There is a possibility that the islet has disappeared.'04 Nov 08:43 PM
OpinionBarry SoperSoper: MPs' dubious junket to watch All BlacksCOMMENT: Trevor Mallard and Gerry Brownlee indulge in some rugby diplomacy.04 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelJapan: Prepare for kick-offWhat to see and do in each of the cities hosting Rugby World Cup games next year.03 Nov 09:00 PM
TravelEmbarrassing admission: Bashful Tokyo worker costs park thousandsWhy a Japanese park employee had been letting foreign visitors in free for years.31 Oct 07:31 PM
EconomyCPTPP benefits kick off by end of year - Trade MinisterCPTPP will kick in on December 30, marking the first free trade deal between NZ and Japan30 Oct 07:57 PM
WorldEating plastic: Microplastics found in humans for the first timeFears for fertility and health problems after tiny particles found in the human gut.23 Oct 12:54 AM
TravelJapan: Beyond TokyoEleanor Barker explores Yokohama and its sister-city, hidden gem Atsugi.22 Oct 07:00 PM
TravelJapan: Tattooed bathers find welcoming sentoAt many bathing facilities in Japan, people with tattoos are not permitted to enter.22 Oct 02:00 AM
All BlacksCullinane to All BlackWhanganui's latest All Black, Cullinane old boy Brett Cameron named in wider squad.16 Oct 02:00 AM
CompaniesNZ sharemarket rebound snuffed out by weakness in Australia, Japan marketsNZ sharemarket rebound is snuffed out by falls in Australia and Japan markets.15 Oct 04:41 AM
OpinionThe art of picking up the piecesArt that finds beauty in what is broken inspires the sporting world.14 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelTokyo: Assault on the sensesAncient and modern, fast-paced and peaceful, Tokyo offers unique treats for visitors.06 Oct 07:00 PM
BusinessBig tobacco's new strategy: street salesThe latest twist in the battle to find new customers.01 Oct 03:05 AM
WorldJapan hit by more extreme weatherTyphoon has hammered Japan in areas that include those devastated by a previous storm.30 Sep 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhy have young people in Japan stopped having sex?Half of those under 40 in Japan are still virgins and millions under 30 aren't even dating27 Sep 08:01 AM
New ZealandManga convention brings Japanese fantasy world to AucklandJapanese voice actress Hiromi Igarashi is one of the special international guests.26 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelWhy tattoos are stigmatised in JapanAhead of the Rugby World Cup, Japan's attitude towards tattoos is in the spotlight.21 Sep 02:35 AM
New ZealandOne small tree for Jones, one billion trees for NZForestry minister Shane Jones has been seeking more investment in New Zealand industry.21 Sep 02:07 AM
WorldBillionaire signs up for Musk's first moon flightThe SpaceX Big Falcon Rocket is scheduled to make the trip in 2023.18 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelWhy we're loving JapanEli Orzessek has some quirky suggestions for your Japan to-do list.17 Sep 09:00 PM
TravelThe wonders of OitaA thermal wonderland that's rich in natural beauty, spirituality and samurai history.16 Sep 10:00 PM
Media and marketingGambling on Ronaldo and Madonna made this man a billionaireBusinessman Tsuyoshi Matsushita didn't even know who the celebrities were.15 Sep 07:26 PM
TravelJapan deals with 'tourist pollution'Excessive growth in tourism has damaged the environment and disturbed residents' lives.11 Sep 02:35 AM
EditorialEditorial: Serena and crowd's behaviour disappointingEDITORIAL: Naomi Osaka played like a champion and shouldn't feel regret at her win.09 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldDesperate search for Japan landslide survivorsAt least 16 dead as quake in Hokkaido sets off slips in tragic week for Japan.07 Sep 05:00 PM
BDBDEconomyNZ dollar drops as investors seek safe havens from Trump's trade warInvestors flocked to Japan's currency in the lead up to Trump's latest tariff decision.06 Sep 08:32 PM
WorldPhotos reveal extent of destruction after Japan quakeResidents in Sapporo were shaken from their beds when it struck Hokkaido at 3:08am.06 Sep 08:24 AM
New ZealandClaims Japan killed whales in new Ross Sea reserveTop NZ scientist dismayed at allegations of Japanese whaling in new Antarctic reserve.06 Sep 02:31 AM
New ZealandKiwi caught up in 6.7 Japan quake 'thought of Christchurch'Epicentre is 25km from Hokkaido's main airport.05 Sep 11:09 PM
New ZealandNo Kiwis reportedly injured in Japan earthquake - MFATThere are 549 Kiwis registered on SafeTravel as being in Japan at the moment.05 Sep 09:59 PM