Japan gets record 3.49 million visitors in December, capping new annual high
Japan saw 3.49 million visitors in December, an all-time high for any month, official data showed on Wednesday, capping off a ...
Foreign visitors to Japan hit record high in 2024
The number of foreign visitors to Japan hit an all-time high last year, topping the annual record set before the coronavirus pandemic. Spending by tourists also reached a record high.
Japan raises visa fees from April 1, extends startup visa duration
Japan last week announced changes to its immigration rules, increasing visa application fees while extending the duration of ...
Japan's ispace, US's Firefly launch moon landers from Florida
Two moon landers, one from Japan's ispace and another from U.S. space firm Firefly, lifted off on Wednesday from Florida on a ...
Tourists to Japan Hit Record 37 Million, Crowding Popular Spots
A record number of visitors came to Japan in 2024, thanks to surging post-pandemic global tourism and a decline in the yen ...
Japan's ruling party delegates meet with Chinese Premier Li Qiang
A group of officials from Japan's ruling coalition met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday. They discussed pending ...
Japan foreign minister 'gravely concerned' about maritime tensions escalating
Japan is gravely concerned about actions being repeated in the South China Sea that are raising tensions, and strongly ...
Roki Sasaki to Be MLB Bargain, Igniting Salary Debate in Japan
Pitcher Roki Sasaki is set to come onto the market after the international free agent signing period opens on Jan. 15. He’s ...
AP PHOTOS: Young people in Japan mark Coming of Age Day with sumptuous kimonos
Japan's Coming of Age Day is a sure sign of winter, arriving after New Year celebrations and ahead of the cherry blossom ...
Japan and Philippines Plan to Convey to Trump the Need for US Engagement in Asia
Japan and the Philippines plan to convey to President-elect Donald Trump the urgent need for the U.S. to remain committed to ...