Yasuomi Hashimura, who died after being fatally pushed in New York, was known for his innovations in photography and helping ...

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Sake exports, mostly to the U.S. and China, rake in over $265 million a year, according to the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers ...

UTSUNOMIYA--Demand is rising for a funeral service that scatters the ashes of loved ones high into the stratosphere, as some in Japan turn to alternative ways to dispose of remains. The balloon ...

The bill passed by a vote of 281-140 and next moves to the Senate, where lawmakers sought a bigger boost in defense spending.

Avant-garde pianist and composer Toshi Ichiyanagi, who studied with John Cage and went on to lead Japan’s advances in experimental modern music, has died. He was 89. Ichiyanagi, who was married ...

Japan combines safety, culture, and convenience, making it ideal for solo travellers. From vibrant cities to tranquil temples ...

Two sailors assigned to the USS George Washington died within days of each other shortly after the aircraft carrier arrived ...

Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory hosted its 33rd Annual Holiday Remembrance Ceremony on Thursday evening. The long-standing event has become a tradition for families who have experienced a loss, ...

The 26-year-old suspect was charged with murder in New York after being arrested at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pa. He appeared ...

Ivory Coast's beloved staple, attiéké - made from fermented cassava flour - has officially been added to Unesco's list of ...