With its majestic presence and deep roots in history, the American Akita is a breed that captivates dog enthusiasts around ...

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Naoto Kan is viewed by many in the markets as frontrunner to succeed Yukio Hatoyama as prime minister, after Hatoyama said on Wednesday he would step down.

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hachijojima is an island shaped by volcanoes, softened by forests and warmed by the ocean. Located 55 minutes by plane from Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, this subtropical island is often ...

Japan ranks low in gender equality among developed nations. The first woman to lead the country is an ultraconservative who ...