Planning a trip to Osaka and Tokyo? 🚄 Don’t make the same mistakes we did! From food adventures 🍣 to navigating train stations 🚉, this guide has everything you need to know to make your Japan ...

Could future maps give us a glimpse of what the world's population will look like in 2100? Experts are drawing up maps which ...

We've listed our five most read stories on The Mainichi news site, from top to bottom, that were published between Jan. 25 ...

Ahead of World Expo 2025, Osaka, the host and one of the biggest Japanese cities has completely banned smoking and vaping in all public places. Anyone caught violating the rule will face a fine of ...

During your spring visit to Osaka, don't miss the area's cherry blossom festivals. You'll love the mesmerizing views in parks, riversides, and other scenic spots covered in stunning pink and white ...

Indonesia has the largest Muslim population in the world. The Koran, the holy book of Islam, says that Muslims must be buried and are resurrected after death. Cremation is strictly forbidden among ...

based on data from World Population Review. With over 8 million inhabitants, Tokyo's mix of tradition and innovation makes it one of the world's most fascinating cities. Osaka, in the Kansai ...

Black smoke filled up Osaka’s popular tourist destination Tsutenkaku on January 21. A fire broke out at a game arcade near Tsutenkaku Tower. Firefighters received a phone call from a local resident ...

In this guide, we'll explore some standout events happening in February across cities like Osaka and Kyoto, perfect for adding to your itinerary on your next visit! Universal Studios Japan presents ...

Tokyo: A massive fire engulfed a commercial building located near the iconic Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka, Japan, on Tuesday. The blaze originated on the ground floor of the five-story structure, ...

A massive fire erupted in a commercial building near the famous Tsutenkaku Tower, a popular tourist landmark in Osaka in western Japan, according to media reports on Tuesday. The fire erupted on ...

TOKYO – A large fire broke out at a commercial building near a famous tourist landmark, Tsutenkaku Tower, in Osaka in western Japan, local TV footage showed on Jan 21. The fire broke out on the ...