The unconventional leader — for starters, she’s a woman — has called an early election for Feb. 8 in an effort to win a broad public mandate for change.

If you’re an old-schooler, you might still go to the local bar and pay for a beer with cash. You could even try and pay with ...

All pandas in zoos worldwide are legal property of China. They are only loaned for a specific period, often at exuberant prices. A panda loan though cannot be bought, and this is where diplomacy comes ...

The chances of getting a replacement are poor, with Tokyo's relations with Beijing at their lowest point in years amid ...

On Saturday, the day before the final viewing for the two pandas, many fans visited the store and purchased merchandise, such as pin badges featuring the twins and plush toys, or took photos of plush ...

Japanese panda fans have seen their beloved pandas return to China over the past decades, but bidding farewell to beloved ...

Black Tomato built a global luxury travel business by starting with feeling, not destinations—and proved that curiosity and ...

Japanese konbini chain FamilyMart has won the hearts of tourists with snack remixes and a clothing line. Now, convenience ...

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is expanding chip production in Japan as part of a broader effort to diversify manufacturing beyond Taiwan. Japan’s appeal reflects a combination of ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. China escalated trade tensions with Japan by investigating semiconductor chemicals after banning dual-use military ...

China on Tuesday banned exports of goods that could be used for military purposes to Japan, a move that escalates tensions between Beijing and a key U.S. ally as disputes intensify over Taiwan. The ...