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Obama hits back at Trump for suggesting Japan acquire nuclear weapons to deal with North Korea
US President Barack Obama said the one who made the comments is ignorant about foreign policy or nuclear policy.
April Fools' Day: Car maker Nissan creates UFO video playing on similar company names
A news anchor reports on a flying object created by Nissan and noodle maker Nissin.
6.1 magnitude earthquake hits western Japan, no casualties reported
The epicenter of the earthquake was about 170km south east of Osaka.
Rattled Japan blasts Trump's call to arm itself with nuclear weapons to replace US military presence.
It is impossible for Japan to arm itself with nuclear weapons says foreign minister.
Mile-high yoga battle: 'There is no god' yells delirious yogi while headbutting US Marines
South Korean passenger on United Airlines flight refused to stop doing yoga in the aisles.
Japan lauches first 162 mph bullet train service to Hokkaido at a cost of £3.5bn
The new bullet train service to Hokkaido, covering approximately 92 miles, has been built at a cost of $5bn.
Dark Souls 3: Watch the eerie new Japanese launch trailer ahead of game's global release on 12 April
Voiced in English with Japanese subtitles, the trailer features new landscapes, bosses, monsters and weaponry.
Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor wants Barack Obama to tour city during Japan visit in May
If Barack Obama visits Hiroshima and Nagasaki, he will become the first sitting US president to do so.
Around 81% of South Asian population at risk of natural hazards but ill-equipped to cope says study
The research covered 198 countries and assessed the risks posed to them by 11 different natural calamities.
Japanese diet plan associated with longer life expectancy: What are the guidelines?
The Japanese diet, as described in governmental guidelines, reduces mortality in the long term.
Miitomo: Nintendo's social app tops iOS charts and hits 1 million users in just 3 days
The worldwide release for the app is scheduled to take place in late March.
Japan: Artist guilty of creating computer-generated VR child pornography of an actual girl
Akashi Takahashi found guilty of creating realistic VR child pornography based on a girl in a 1980s book.
Capcom releasing Resident Evil musical in Japan later in the year
Capcom is bringing zombies and music together in a unique musical adaptation of its popular survival horror series.
Video of Japanese Nusra Front hostage Jumpei Yasuda surfaces
Yasuda is reportedly being held by an al Qaeda affiliate in Syria.
Japan 2011 earthquake and tsunami: Anti-nuclear protesters march on fifth anniversary
The country mourned the thousands who lost their lives in a massive earthquake and tsunami five years ago.
Fukushima disaster: Robots sent in to fix nuclear reactors have 'died' say owners Tepco
Radioactive leaks at Fukushima following earthquake and tsunami in 2011 still lethal 5 years on.
Japan 2011 earthquake and tsunami: Memories rediscovered in poignant search for personal effects among debris
More than 250,000 photographs were found after the tragedy and were displayed at collection centres for owners to recover.
Andy Murray defeats Japan's Kei Nishikori to secure Great Britain's progress in the Davis Cup
The 28-year-old Scot maintained his unblemished record this week with a thrilling victory.
Dan Evans v Taro Daniel, Davis Cup 2016: Where to watch live, preview and betting odds
The 25-year-old Brit may be needed to seal victory at the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham.
Andy Murray v Kei Nishikori, Davis Cup 2016: Where to watch live, preview and betting odds
The two best players on show go head-to-head at the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham.
Murray brothers beat Japanese pair in straight sets to give Britain lead in Davis Cup tie
Scottish duo combined to defeat the Japanese pair of Nishioka and Uchiyama in Birmingham.
Great Britain v Japan, Davis Cup 2016 doubles: Where to watch live, preview and betting odds
The tie is delicately poised following the first round at the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham.
Kei Nishikori defeats Dan Evans to level Davis Cup tie between Great Britain and Japan
The world No6 too strong for the Birmingham player to leave the tie at 1-1 after day one.
Davis Cup 2016: Andy Murray begins Great Britain's title defence with win over Taro Daniel
The 28-year-old Scot made light work of his little-known opponent at the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham.
Pokemon Go beta 'field test' coming to Japan in March and other countries soon
Niantic and The Pokémon Company open up sign-ups for Japanese testing period.
Andy Murray: Fatherhood is scary but takes precedence over tennis
Andy Murray remains committed to playing a full part in Great Britain's Davis Cup defence starting on 4 March.
Japan: Dog retirement homes care for elderly canines
Japanese owners spend upward of £500 a month on care homes for their dogs.
Sony PlayStation: TV console has been discontinued in Europe and US after Japan
The company did not provide an explanation as to why shipments were terminated.
Japan's population shrinks for first time since 1920
Latest census reveals Japan's entire population dropped by nearly one million in last five years.
Japan's critical energy and transport systems targeted by hackers for five years – could it be espionage?
A group of hackers has been attacking Japanese commercial interests since 2010 and is likely to continue doing so.

