Japan1 day agoMount Fuji pics, life-changing ramen and a weak yen - why young Brits are going to JapanThe number of UK citizens travelling to Japan has surged in recent years - with many young people citing social media as a key driving factor.1 day ago4 days agoArtist Yayoi Kusama on her lifelong love of polka dotsJapanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, who became famous for her colourful polka dot-covered sculptures and installations, has died at the age of 97.4 days ago4 days agoJapanese polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97Her colourful creations drew large crowds and fetched some of the highest ever prices for a female artist.4 days ago4 days agoIn pictures: The dotty world of Japanese artist Yayoi KusamaKusama was known for creating extraordinary immersive worlds that delighted millions of visitors.4 days ago22 Aug 2026Father leaves 7-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji to continue hikeThe man had taken his two boys on the trip but is said to have left one behind when he got tired.22 Aug 202621 Aug 2026Japan executes man who killed five in Pachinko parlour fireThis is the first time since June 2025 that the country has enacted capital punishment.21 Aug 202620 Aug 2026Four workers dead after being hit by train in JapanThe train collided with the four men at Shin-Kanuma Station, north of Tokyo, authorities say.20 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Villa sign goalkeeper Suzuki and left-back RuggeriAston Villa confirm the signings of goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and left-back Matteo Ruggeri in deals worth a combined £47m.19 Aug 202619 Aug 2026The incredible story of Villa's new goalkeeper SuzukiBBC Sport's Sam Harris tells the story of what Aston Villa's new goalkeeper Zion Suzuki has had to overcome in his career to make it to the Premier League.19 Aug 2026...
