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Navy August 21

US warship burns for 12 hours off Japan coast; 2 sailors suffer minor injuries

A fire aboard the USS New Orleans is under investigation after two sailors suffered minor injuries in the incident off the coast of Okinawa, Japan.

Japan August 15

Hiker's friend watches in horror as brown bear drags man into bushes on mountain: report

A hiker in his 20s was reportedly killed by a brown bear on a Mount Rausu trail in Japan, prompting trail closures and helicopter evacuation of over 71 people from the area.

Boxing August 10

Two 28-year-old boxers die from brain injuries suffered on same Japanese fight card

Two Japanese boxers, both 28, tragically died from brain injuries sustained in separate bouts on the same card, prompting safety changes in the sport.

Japan August 9

Nagasaki mayor issues chilling warning on 80th anniversary of atomic bombing

As Japan marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bomb attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, a local leader is calling for global action and warns that the world could see this devasation again.

Japan July 27

Trump-inspired 'Japanese first' politician shakes up nation's establishment

Sohei Kamiya's Sanseit艒 Party won 14 seats in Japan's Upper House elections, appealing to young voters with a "Japanese first" platform focused on culture, birth rates and food security.

Travel July 26

Man discovers 'ghost town' full of empty, eerie hotels: 'Like a time capsule'

Abandoned since Japan's 1990s economic crash, Kinugawa Onsen's forgotten hotels remain preserved with untouched lobbies, traditional baths and arcade machines, one man discovered.

Travel July 23

Police officials host 'bear drills鈥� following string of bear attacks

Multiple bear attacks in Japan have led to injuries and school disruptions, causing authorities to implement safety drills featuring simulated encounters and medical response training.

Japan July 16

Japan calls axis of China, Russia, North Korea the 'gravest threat' to global order since WWII

Japan's defense ministry warns that China-Russia operations and North Korean threats pose the greatest challenge to global order since World War II, in its annual assessment.

China July 14

Pentagon presses Japan, Australia on role in possible Taiwan conflict

Japan and Australia have been asked by Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby to detail their commitments in the case of a U.S. war with China over Taiwan.

Media June 28

James Cameron slams 'Oppenheimer' avoiding aftermath of atomic bombings on Japan as 'moral cop-out'

Filmmaker James Cameron calls "Oppenheimer" a "moral cop-out" for avoiding bombing aftermath scenes, as he develops his own Hiroshima film to address the significant omission.

Lifestyle June 26

Beach visitor accidentally picks up shell of venomous snail that can kill a human in moments

Viral TikTok shows woman's panic in Japan after she handled the shell of one of the world's deadliest snails. Cone snails use harpoon-like teeth to inject venom that immobilizes their victims.

MLB June 25

Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Britain in USA's group at 2026 World Baseball Classic

The United States will play in Group B while Shohei Ohtnai's Japan squad will be in Group C for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Travel June 19

Tourism surge creates 'new challenge' as visitors transform Mt. Fuji into 'trash mountain'

Japan faces overtourism challenges with 36 million visitors in 2024, raising concerns about two-tier pricing and the environmental impact on sacred sites like Mount Fuji.

Opinion June 16

MIKE POMPEO: Trump delivers major win for American steel workers where Biden failed

Trump's executive order approving Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel brings $14 billion for modernization, preserves jobs, and strengthens alliance with Japan against China

Japan June 11

Japan implements strict border control measures targeting foreign tourists who skip out on hospital payments

Japan announces new policy barring entry to foreigners with outstanding medical bills and requiring visitors staying over three months to join the national health care program.

MLB June 3

Shohei Ohtani reacts to death of Japanese baseball legend Shigeo Nagashima: 'May your soul rest in peace'

Shigeo Nagashima, considered Japan's "Mr. Baseball," died at the age of 89, and the Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani and others are mourning his death.

Marines May 30

Marine restrains man allegedly trying to open plane鈥檚 emergency exit during flight

A Marine heroically intervened on a Tokyo-to-Houston flight to prevent a passenger from opening an exit door, resulting in a safe diversion to Seattle.

Travel May 27

Experts solve mystery of ancient 'mummified dragon' discovered by Japanese shogun

The mystery of Japan's mummified "rainbow dragon" was recently solved by researchers. The skeleton dates back to the 11th or 12th century and was found in Nara.

Travel May 18

Abandoned 'Wild West' theme park frozen in time shocks visitor: 'Left to rot'

The eerie remains of two abandoned theme parks still stand in remote regions of Japan. They were discovered and documented by explorer Lukka Bradburn; see the pictures.

Japan April 29

Man airlifted from Japan's Mount Fuji rescued again after he returned to search for his phone

A climber airlifted from near the peak of Japan's Mount Fuji last week was rescued again just four days later after returning to retrieve his cell phone.

White House April 21

Trump wants to revive the lagging US shipbuilding industry. Here are the hurdles he faces

Trump's executive order instructs a series of assessments regarding how the government could bolster financial support to the industry through the Defense Production Act.

Airlines April 2

American Airlines flight to Tokyo from NYC diverted to Texas for 'maintenance issue'

A flight from New York City to Tokyo was diverted to Dallas, Texas after it experienced a maintenance issue while flying over the Pacific Ocean.

Pete Hegseth March 30

Hegseth announces plan for US command upgrades in Japan to deter China

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced a plan to upgrade the U.S. military command in Japan, an "indispensable" country against Chinese aggression.

MLB March 21

Dodgers-Cubs opener in Tokyo averages more than 25 million viewers in Japan, a record audience

Tuesday's first game of the Tokyo Series averaged more than 25 million viewers in Japan, according to Major League Baseball, making it the most-watched MLB game in the country's history.

Japan March 20

30 years after deadly Tokyo subway gassing, survivors and victims鈥� families still seeking closure

Survivors and victims' families are seeking justice thirty years after the fatal sarin nerve gas attack in Tokyo's subway network that killed thirteen people and left thousands sickened.

Travel March 4

Popular travel destination breaks annual tourism record, sets new goal of 60M visitors

After breaking an annual tourism record in 2024, Japan looks to reach 60 million visitors by 2030. Officials tell 91爆料 Digital how Japan plans to attract visitors.

New York Mets February 11

Mets pitcher from Japan says team needs to 'build a roof' if it wants more Japanese stars

With the Dodgers landing the top Japanese prospects in recent years, Mets pitcher Kodai Senga had an idea for how his new team could get more Japanese stars. He suggested a dome.

Donald Trump February 9

Trump's fourth week in office could include meeting with Zelenskyy, ironing out steel deal

President Donald Trump's fourth week in office is expected to be action-packed, after the 47th president previewed potentially meeting with Ukraine's Zelenskyy, Nippon Steel CEO.

Donald Trump February 7

President Trump says 'we will have relations with North Korea'; it's a 'big asset' that he gets along with Kim

President Trump met with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House and touted his good relationship with Kim Jong Un from meetings in his first term.

Japan January 4

World鈥檚 oldest person dies in Japan at 116

Tomiko Itooka, the oldest person in the world, has died at 116. She was born in Osaka, Japan, in 1908 and is survived by one son, one daughter and five grandchildren.