Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi thrilled by Deep Purple’s visit to her office

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took a short and happy break as she hosted legendary British rock band Deep Purple in ...

Deep Purple thrills Japan's superfan prime minister with a quick visit

Legendary British rock band Deep Purple made Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's day with a brief visit to their ...

What’s in a name? It’s succession, legacy and celebration in Japan’s Kabuki theater

TOKYO (AP) — Handing down a name over generations is a central part of the Japanese traditional theater art of Kabuki, and ...

TechCrunch is heading to Tokyo — and bringing the Startup Battlefield with it

SusHi Tech 2026 is zeroing in on four technology domains reshaping society: AI, Robotics, Resilience, and Entertainment.
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This region north of Tokyo is Japan's best food destination—with a cat island, samurai history, and mountain hot springs

Often overlooked by travelers, Tohoku may be one of the most exciting parts of Japan.
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Sony Music and UMG form NINE BY NINE music festivals joint venture in Japan

NINE BY NINE will engage in planning and production of music festivals in Asia, and supporting Japanese artists seeking to expand internationally.
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Japan hammer attack at Tokyo university leaves 8 people wounded, media report

Tokyo — Eight people were wounded in a hammer attack at a university in Tokyo on Friday, with a 22-year-old student arrested at the scene, Japanese media said. All those hurt were conscious, according ...
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This city has Japan’s largest Chinatown, a Cup Noodles museum, and Mount Fuji views—just a subway ride from Tokyo

Here's how to plan a trip to the vibrant port city of Yokohama.