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A shocking case of stalking and murder in Fukuoka Prefecture raises questions about whether Japan's stalking laws need more teeth.
Want to do something a little different on your trip to Japan? Get out of Tokyo and Kyoto and head north to Morioka instead.
Other political parties in Japan are lambasting Reiwa Shinsengumi's scheme to turn one of its Diet seats into a game of musical chairs.
A former anime voice actress discusses the sexual and power harassment she faced in the industry - and what needs to be done to fix it.
Why some license plates in Japan are named after a delicious food (and no, it doesn't mean your car's been boiled in oil).
"Assassin's Pasta" has been a favorite dish of Italy's Bari for decades. Now, thanks to one chef, it's taking off big in Japan as well.

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