As a taxi driver escorted three Australians into JR Yuzawa Station's tourist information center here, an employee was hit ...

A processed food company here has found a way to prevent the pungent scent of “iburigakko” smoked daikon from embarrassing ...

Vail Daily reporter John LaConte explores the mountains in the Akita prefecture of Japan with Japan Ski Tours, local guides ...

Japan’s NYK has set up a joint venture to run vessels for offshore wind farm business. Japan Offshore Support (JOS) has been ...

For the sixth consecutive year, Nyūtō Onsenkyō in Akita Prefecture ranked first. Among the top 50 dream hot springs in the ranking, Unazuki Onsen in Toyama Prefecture rose 7 places from last ...

The results of Round 3 follow those for Round 2, which were announced in December 2023. Consortia consisting of RWE, Mitsui ...

Snowfall intensified across northern Japan on Friday, January 17, rapidly increasing snow accumulation. Snow clouds affected ...

Newfoundland and Labrador industries with strong ties to the U.S. are bracing for impact in the face of President Donald ...

(Mainichi/Rika Chonan) This traditional event is designated as a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage alongside the "namahage" demons of Oga, Akita Prefecture, and other "Raiho-shin, ritual visits ...

Night - Mostly clear. Winds from E to ESE at 4 to 6 mph (6.4 to 9.7 kph). The overnight low will be 30 °F (-1.1 °C). Cloudy with a high of 40 °F (4.4 °C) and a 74% chance of precipitation ...

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.

YOKOTE, Akita — An event offering an experience of kamakura snow huts began on Friday in Yokote, Akita Prefecture. The event, ...