Japan’s biggest life insurer said unrealized losses on its domestic bond holdings more than tripled last fiscal year as rising interest rates undercut the value of its portfolio. Nippon Life ...

(Mainichi/Hiroshi Hisata) TOKYO -- About one in four people in Japan -- and a surprising number in their 20s -- told a recent survey that they have started "end-of-life planning," such as ...

Welcome to Owakudani, one of the most otherworldly destinations in Japan. Here the ground exhales ... or kuro-tamago — are said to add seven years to your life. To embark on the quest for ...

"Life in Japan remains completely normal, and the so-called 'prediction' has had no real impact," the representative added. In response to the viral spread of the "prediction," manga artist Ryo ...

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Japan plans to introduce pre-arrival checks for visa-free tourists starting in 2028. This measure aims to enhance tourism services and efficiency amidst the growing number of ...

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The world’s largest and most diverse continent, Asia, is a treasure trove of marvels which houses manufacturing giant China, ever-enchanting tourist magnet Japan ... in well-being ...

When astronomers announced last month they might have discovered the most promising hints of alien life yet on a distant planet, the rare good news raised hopes humanity could soon learn we are ...

More surprisingly, its gameplay and narrative, heavily influenced by Japanese role-playing games (JRPGs), were crafted by a team with little to do with Japan at all. Developed by French studio ...

“Assuming Japan stagnates,” he warns, “it would still take India 22 years to reach its per capita income. Realistically, it could take 50 years to match their quality of life.” The numbers ...

Hong Kong pop diva Faye Wong, 56, and her boyfriend, 45-year-old actor Nicholas Tse, were spotted traveling together from Beijing to Japan, a destination the couple frequently visits. Hong Kong singer ...

Asahi Breweries Ltd. will re-release its popular Asahi Draft Beer as the company's new flagship product from Sept. 14, the major Japanese brewery announced on Sept. 8. “We decided to revive it ...

Citing a dearth of related data for children in Japan, the ministry panel referred to recommendations from the World Health Organization in the draft. For example, children should engage in ...