For centuries, residents in central Japan have chronicled a mysterious natural phenomenon in winter. They see its disappearance as a bad omen. By Martin Fackler and Hisako Ueno Reporting from Suwa ...

Japan's largest business group on Dec. 9 released a proposal that aims to achieve a “fair, equitable, and sustainable economy and society” by the year 2040. Keidanren (Japan Business ...

MANILA, Philippines — Hokkaido, Japan is among the most attractive winter destinations for Filipinos and tourists from around the world with its powder snow, stunning panoramic views and ...

(Mainichi/Kentaro Nagaoka) TOKYO -- Vehicle fuel efficiency is said to decrease by about 30% in cold areas during winter compared ... prices remain high in Japan. The national average retail ...