Julian Ryall

Once seen as ostentatious, an imposition on others, and unnecessary in a culture that famously enjoys bathing, perfumes and scents are finally trending among young Japanese.

A study predicts rising temperatures could transform the region's light, fluffy snow into heavier, wetter flakes similar to those found in Honshu

A study predicts rising temperatures could transform the region's light, fluffy snow into heavier, wetter flakes similar to those found in Honshu

New budget spending aims to boost active defence of Japan's security, with development of AI and counterstrike abilities among priorities

The Japanese steelmaker's US$15 billion bid for its American rival has become a hot-button issue in the US election race

Experts suggest Japan's bid for a warship project could serve as a stepping stone towards joining the Australia-UK-US defence pact

Experts suggest Japan’s bid for the warship project could serve as a stepping stone towards joining the defence pact.

Paul Watson's arrest in Greenland sparked protests and calls for his release, while Japan insists on upholding international law and a fair trial

Paul Watson’s arrest in Greenland sparked protests and calls for his release, while Japan insists on upholding international law and a fair trial.

Taro Kono says it is needed for national security, but his proposal was met with opposition due to Japan's historical aversion to nuclear weapons