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Child Suffers Heatstroke in Japan After Teacher Denies Her Tea

On a class trip, a student ran out of tea and asked for more. Her teacher said no. Now, her parents are suing.

One school in Hyogo Prefecture now lets kids bring their own furikake (rice topping) to school - and some people in Japan are appalled.

Japan's Kanazawa offers scenic views, amazing culture, and a respite from overtourism. These five places encapsulate its essence.

Legislators in Japan say a new Adult Video (AV) law curbs the porn industry's worst abuses. Industry stars say it's killing their livelihoods.

Do you like robots? Are you a Shinkansen fan? If so, then Japan's Henn na Hotel in Kyoto may just have the perfect room for you.

Last year, cops shut down a major adult video maker's Kabukicho bar. Now it's back - and its owner is grousing about how much it cost him.