Japan is one of the world's oldest nations, with a history rooted in conflict, but also world-renowned achievements. The country is known for its spectacular nature, its exotic cuisine and ...

1.Japan is made up of over 6,000 islands that stretch over 1,500 miles. Chances are you think of Japan as the single island of Honshu, home to the major cities of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. But in ...

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Emperor Akihito, 85, will abdicate on April 30, the first Japanese monarch to do so in about two centuries. He will be succeeded by Crown Prince Naruhito, 59. Here are some ...