Mari Yamaguchi
Coronavirus cases surge to six-month high in Tokyo
New coronavirus cases have surged to 1308 in Tokyo, a six-month high, as fears rise of a possible dramatic increase that could...
Japan extends virus state of emergency
Japan has extended a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and other areas for 20 more days, with infections still not slowing...
Japan heaves a sigh of relief after major earthquake produces little damage and no tsunami
A strong earthquake has struck off northern Japan, shaking buildings even in Tokyo and triggering a tsunami advisory for a part of...
Emperor’s brother, Prince Fumihito, named as heir to Japan’s throne
Japanese Emperor Naruhito’s younger brother, Crown Prince Fumihito, has been formally sworn in as first in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne in...
Ruling party anoints Yoshihide Suga as next Japan Prime Minister
Yoshihide Suga has been elected as the new head of Japan’s ruling party, virtually guaranteeing him parliamentary election as the country’s next...
Floods, landslides trap hundreds in scenic regions of central Japan
Flooding and mudslides have stranded hundreds of people in scenic hot springs and hiking areas in central Japan. Rescue workers searched on...