Known as the "Demon Daimyō," samurai warlord Oda Nobunaga was infamous for his ruthless tactics in battle, especially during ...

The Portuguese had brought guns to Japan in 1543, and, as Tokyo Weekender reports, Nobunaga was among the first to use the weapons during war. In 1549, when he was still a teenager, he even outfitted ...

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Ginzan Onsen, a popular Japanese hot spring town known for its scenic snowy views, has begun limiting entry to day trippers during winter peak season, becoming another destination to tackle ...

Good stories and artistic talent know no boundaries, and those captivated by exceptional cinematic experiences often look past subtitles. As cinema spreads across the globe, Japan shines as one of the ...

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TOKYO, Dec 25 (Reuters) - Japan's government is set to compile a record $735 billion budget for the fiscal year from April due to larger social security and debt-servicing costs, adding to the ...

For the uninitiated, sorting one's rubbish can be a convoluted process in Japan - a country that boasts one of the world's strictest waste disposal rules. But in the city of Fukushima, things are ...

Why does Ohtani Shohei, a Japanese baseball star, pick up litter after games? Why do Japanese people queue so politely, and wait for green lights before crossing the road? Why, in short ...

The huge bluefin, which was auctioned in Tokyo, will be served at restaurants across Japan. Ms Itooka lived through two world wars and was credited with a sprightly spirit all her life.

This month, Japan’s international tourism industry will close out a remarkable, record-breaking year. “All the (tourism) indicators are set to rise: contribution to the Japanese economy ...