In one of Japan's worst mass killings, Japanese prosecutors on Monday demanded the execution of a man for allegedly murdering 19 disabled people. Satoshi Uematsu, a former care home employee, did not deny his involvement in the 2016 incident during his first court appearance last month in Yokohama.

Japan: Death penalty demanded for man accused of killing 19 disabled people

When the world's top athletes meet in Tokyo for the Olympics later this year, they'll be spending some of their recreational time in a communal space built entirely out of reusable timber. Organisers of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics on Wednesday (January 29) unveiled the village plaza, which was made from 40,000 pieces of timber, donated by 63 Japanese municipal governments.

Tokyo 2020 athletes plaza made from sustainable timber

Tokyo stocks opened slightly lower on Wednesday with investor sentiment dampened by fears over the growing spread of a new SARS-like virus. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index edged down 0.

Tokyo stocks open lower on China virus woes

The partnership between Renault and Nissan is "not dead", the alliance's president has insisted, after reports of a potential split in the wake of the Carlos Ghosn scandal.

Renault-Nissan president denies reports of potential split

Japan has asked Lebanon for help regarding Carlos Ghosn, a top Japanese official said on Tuesday, calling the former auto executive's escape to Beirut "regrettable" but stopping short of spelling out what Tokyo was seeking from local authorities.

Japan to seek 'help' from Lebanon over fugitive Carlos Ghosn

New reports emerged Monday on how fugitive former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn jumped bail in Japan, as the country's justice minister said border controls would be bolstered after the escape.

Former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn reportedly escaped Tokyo on public bullet train

Japan's Justice Minister Masako Mori said on Sunday the ministry has ordered tightening of immigration procedures in the wake of the escape of ousted Nissan Motor Co boss Carlos Ghosn.

Japan to tighten immigration procedures after Carlos Ghosn flees country

A bluefin tuna sold for 193.2 million yen ($1.8 million) in the first auction of the new year at Tokyo's Toyosu fish market, the second-highest price on record, NHK broadcaster reported.

Tuna sells for $1.8 million in first Tokyo auction of 2020, second highest ever

Ousted Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn left his Tokyo residence after a private security firm hired by Nissan Motor Co stopped monitoring him, three sources familiar with the matter told media on Saturday.

Ghosn fled Japan after security firm hired by Nissan stopped surveillance: Sources

The fugitive Carlos Ghosn who was also former Renault-Nissan's chairman is due to be summoned by Lebanon's public prosecutor next week as per officials. He had also skipped bail in Japan and fled to Beirut.

Fugitive Carlos Ghosn to be summoned by Lebanese judiciary: Official

As per the briefing of a turkish private jet operator, on Friday the ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn used two of its planes illegally in his escape from Japan, with an employee falsifying lease records to exclude his name from the documents.

Ghosn used two of our jets illegally his escape from Japan, says Turkish company

December 30 in history: From hoisting of India's first flag of Independence to first colour television sale in US

Tokyo 2020 organisers will take "emergency countermeasures" after asbestos was found at the water polo venue for next year's Games after initially opting against treating it when it was discovered two years ago, Asahi newspaper reported on Monday.

Tokyo 2020 to take measures after asbestos found at venue: Sources

Tokyo Olympics organisers sought to reassure Japan's public that the cost for hosting the Games will not exceed budgeted estimates, amid worries over possible overruns caused partly by late venue switches for the marathon and walking events.

Tokyo 2020 CEO pledges to keep Games costs under budget

Her timing can be terrible and she can pack a mean punch. But 'Little Miss Period' - a pink blob with red lips and red pants who stars in a Japanese manga comic and movie of the same name - has a mission: breaking taboos in a society where talking about menstruation has been seen dirty or embarrassing.

'Little Miss Period' tackles Japan's menstruation taboos with a punch

Senior Japanese and South Korean trade officials met on Monday for the first time since Japan imposed controls on exports to its neighbor of high-technology materials, plunging testy relations between the US allies into a new crisis.

Japan, South Korea meet over trade dispute but no quick fix seen

Japan's 7-Eleven convenience store chain, already under nationwide scrutiny over labor issues, admitted on Tuesday that the company had been underpaying workers for years due to miscalculations.

Japan's 7-Eleven admits it underpaid staff for years

Tokyo 2020 Olympics organisers said Thursday the triathlon and equestrian cross-country would start earlier, the latest rescheduling due to concerns over the Japanese capital's stifling summer heat.

More Tokyo Olympic events rescheduled due to heat concern

The women's marathon at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and all the race walks have been rescheduled, following the controversial decision taken in October to move the events out of the capital 800 kilometres north to the city of Sapporo.

Tokyo 2020 marathon, race walk events rescheduled after Sapporo move

In a strong message, India and Japan have called Pakistan to act against terror groups operating out of territory under its control and comply with the commitments it has made to the anti-terror financing body Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

India, Japan ask Pakistan to take irreversible action on terror; fulfil FATF commitments

Bollywood's diva Shilpa Shetty who jetted off to Japan to celebrate her marriage anniversary with husband and businessman Raj Kundra shared a heartfelt post on the special occasion.

Shilpa Shetty shares kiss with her 'cookie' Raj Kundra on 10th wedding anniversary	in Japan

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako rode through central Tokyo on Sunday in a motorcade to mark this year's imperial succession as well-wishers waved national flags and held up mobile phones for snapshots of the smiling royal couple.

Japan imperial couple rides through Tokyo in grand enthronement parade

Thousands of people gathered in Tokyo on Sunday ahead of a rare open-top car parade featuring newly enthroned Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, with heavy security in place for the event. The motorcade scheduled for later in the afternoon is one of the final public events associated with Naruhito's assumption of the throne following his father Akihito's abdication earlier this year. Watch this video to know more.

Japan hails the new emperor Naruhito

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