Japan has deployed military personnel to the northern prefecture of Akita following a significant increase in bear attacks across the region. The animals have been sighted near schools, railway ...

TOKYO (AP) — Crowned Miss Japan this week, Ukrainian-born Carolina Shiino cried with joy, thankful for the recognition of her identity as Japanese. But her Caucasian look rekindled an old question in ...

A neurosurgeon reveals Japan's exceptional longevity stems not just from diet, but from daily habits. Consistent routines, mindful eating with smaller portions, integrated physical activity, and ...

I am the inaugural Mansfield Chair of Japan and Indo-Pacific Affairs at the University of Montana. This position, named for former ambassador to Japan and longtime Montana Sen. Mike Mansfield was made ...

A food-focused shift for 7-Eleven is coming to the U.S., mimicking its success in Japan, and items are already showing up in Southern California. The convenience store in Japan is known for its ...

TOKYO — Ichiro Suzuki is all about baseball, but he’s much more than that in Japan. Back home, he’s a wellspring of national pride, much like Shohei Ohtani now. His triumphs across the Pacific buoyed ...