Tokyo even introduced a government-sponsored dating app to help people find partners.

A pair of panels featuring leading policymakers, industry leaders, and international experts at the FinCity.Tokyo Global Forum 2025 event at the end of January explored Tokyo’s future as a finance hub and Japan’s commitment to green transformation (GX).

Japan's Emperor Naruhito, marking his 65th birthday Sunday, stressed the importance of telling the tragedy of World War II to younger generations, pledging to contribute to efforts to promote the unde

Are you one of 40 million travelers expected to visit Japan soon, but want a place less touristy than Tokyo and Kyoto? Consider the serene and spiritual Kii Peninsula.

Tokyo Gas said on Wednesday it had made its first foray into a commercially operational terminal for liquefied natural gas outside Japan by acquiring a 20% stake in Philippines' FGEN LNG, a unit of First Gen Corp .

From Tokyo to Kyoto, award-winning architect learns first-hand how embracing change honors the past and the future

Just five years ago, a US tourist visiting Japan would have paid a small fortune — close to $500 — for a ¥50,000 omakase meal at a high-end sushi counter in Tokyo. Today, the same meal will cost the visitor just a little over $300.

TOKYO >> Major Japanese video game companies are stepping up their efforts to recruit personnel, as ever more sophisticated graphics mean that more staff are required for game development.

In Tokyo, a beauty course targeting the older generation has proved popular. Japan is the fastest ageing society in the world, where more than a quarter of its population is 65 and older.

Japanese officials say senior Afghan Taliban officials are in Japan for talks, as part of Tokyo’s efforts to help Afghanistan build a more inclusive political system and protect human rights

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga said Wednesday he was "very honored" to receive the opening day start against the Los Angeles Dodgers when the teams meet March 18 in Tokyo.