Japan

The isolated nation say that they are launching an 'Earth observation' satellite between 7-14 February

Twitter expands new homepage to 23 countries.

150 employees participated in training exercise on what to do when an animal escapes its enclosure

Japan mobilises surface-to-air missiles across the country as Pyongyang reportedly prepares for missile launch.

The Zero was bought by a Japanese businessman for £2m in 2010.

Ever wanted to solve crimes with Pikachu? Well now's your chance.

Cyber attack reportedly carried out in revenge for Japan detaining US activist Ric O'Barry.

Japan's government says it received a record 7,586 refugee applications in 2015.

The village of Shirataki now consists of 18 families and just 36 people.

A unique insight into the daily routine of Japanese Macaques who reside in the valleys of the Yokoyu-River during the winter months.

O'Barry has refused to leave the country, claiming he was there as a tourist.

Taxi drivers in Japan encounter 'ghost passengers' who disappear upon reaching their destination.

The oldest man in Japan is now 111-year-old Masamitsu Yoshida.

The lawmaker said people have been misled by propaganda treating them as if they were victims.

Dozens injured as authorities investigate country's worst bus accident since 2012.

Kami-Shirataki station will be closed in March after the only school girl who uses it graduates, claim some reports.

World's only captive great white shark dies after barely three days at Japanese Okinawa Churaumi aquarium.

The deep sea creature swam around Toyama harbour for several hours.

Pyongyang calls Tokyo-Seoul deal over Korean wartime sex slaves "humiliating agreement".

Japan offers a formal apology and to donate £5.6m to a victims' fund.

One of three Chinese vessels armed with cannons raising alarms in East China Sea.

Report says ¥100m could be paid out to South Korean women forced into sexual slavery during World War II.

Divers dressed up as Santa and Rudolph to feed fish at Sunshine City Aquarium in Tokyo.

The apex court has upheld one law that requires married couples to adopt the surname of either spouse.

The muscle suit can carry up to 30kg in weight to prevent work-related injuries.

Country has put into effect new laws to restrict drone use.

Gazing into someone else's eyes can synchronise their brain activity with yours.

Bristol deny Eddie Jones' newly-hired assistant has been given permission to speak with RFU.

'Bali' deal will speed movement, release and clearance of material, including goods in transit.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens is set for its UK release on 17 December and the following day in the US.