Osaka Gov. Hirofumi Yoshimura on April 8 called on the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition to consider opening ...

The technical term for the event is “coupling,” but it’s known colloquially as the “Shinkansen kiss.” For Japanese rail fans, it’s a big deal. For foreigners, it is a unique insight into the ...

OSAKA -- Over the last two years, Hironori Momose has watched the reshaping of Osaka's skyline from his office overlooking ...

According to operator West Japan Railway Co. (JR West), this marks the first time the franchise's characters have appeared on ...

As Japan’s population shrinks, maintaining rail service in remote small towns is becoming a challenge. Is this the answer?

The first thing you notice on arrival at the grand entrance of the Four Seasons in Osaka is silence. It may be located in the ...

Osaka Metro Co., Ltd. ("Osaka Metro") today announced the completion of the "OSAKAKO Vertiport", a new eVTOL take off and ...

Katsuo-ji offers visitors two different types of Darumas: the Kachi-Daruma, the classic doll known as “the winning Daruma” ...

Everyone goes to Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Why not try spots like the bustling port of Yokohama or the serene monasteries of ...

IBARAKI, Osaka (Japan): The country’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge has opened in Ibaraki, Osaka Prefecture. The ...

Oak City's rapid return after a challenging fall has reignited interest in its capabilities. Its previous two races demonstrated a blend of speed and endurance, crucial factors for success at the ...