Erik Buhrow dreams of retiring in Japan. Until then, he'll rent out the akiya, or abandoned home, to other Americans who want ...

Explore the outer regions of the Greater Tokyo area, where you can trade skyscrapers for stunning natural landscapes and ...

In the 24 hours through Thursday morning, up to 70 centimeters of snow is expected in Niigata Prefecture, the Hokuriku and Tohoku regions and Gifu Prefecture; 50 centimeters in the Chugoku region ...

Authorities in Japan are urging people across wide areas to stay alert for heavy snow. They say the Sea of Japan coast is especially at risk, and transport disruptions are likely.

Heavy snowstorms continue in areas along the Sea of Japan. Although their intensity is somewhat decreasing, meteorologists warn of possible blizzards and transportation disruptions in the region, NHK ...

More than 5,400 people died in Japan over the past 30 years due to severe stress and exhaustion caused by evacuation ...

Rain with a high of 44 °F (6.7 °C) and a 80% chance of precipitation. Winds from WNW to NW at 13 to 17 mph (20.9 to 27.4 kph). Night - Cloudy with a 25% chance of precipitation. Winds variable ...

NIAFF aims to connect the world and Japan, as well as animation filmmakers and fans. Within just two years after its inauguration, NIAFF already achieved a firm track record. The third edition of the ...

Tsunan Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tsunan Town, Niigata Prefecture; CEO: Kengo Suzuki) will participate in Niigata Sake no Jin 2025, a sake-themed event held at the Toki Messe Convention ...