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Japan: Artist Aki Inomata makes 3D-printed homes for hermit crabs
The hermit crabs are getting to travel all over the world from the comfort of their own home.
Mini Mosasaur: Fossil discovered in Japan sheds new light on ancient 'binocular eyed' marine hunter
Extremely well preserved Mosasaur fossil is the first to be found in Japan.
Japan: Four bodies found as another 'North Korea ghost ship' washes up on shores
Mystery continues to baffle Japanese coastguard but wooden boats could come from North Korea.
Australia condemns Japan's plans to resume whale hunting in Antarctic
Japan's decision ignores the International Court of Justice's order to cease whaling.
Japan investigates mystery of 'North Korean' ghost boats with 25 bodies on board
Japanese coastguard retrieved 11 wooden boats carrying lifeless bodies off western coast.
Japan: Blast at controversial Yasukuni war shrine, no injuries reported
Although police have declined to comment, foul play is believed to be involved in the explosion.
Platinum Christmas tree worth £500,000 dazzles Tokyo shoppers
Over 9kg of high-quality platinum and diamonds were used to create the tree.
Japan: Olympics stadium falls farther behind schedule
An outcry by the public over soaring costs led to the scrapping of the stadium design this summer.
Japan slides back into recession for the fifth time in seven years
Economics minister however says data doesn't reflect economy's broadly improving fundamentals.
Japan launches its first commercial jet in 50 years
The Mitsubishi Regional Jet, Japan's first commercial jet in half a century, takes off in its maiden flight.
Japanese Star Wars: The Force Awakens trailer gives fans glimpses of as-yet unseen footage
New scenes include Captain Phasma, and longer shots of Han Solo, Chewbacca and Rey and Finn.
Japan issues first same-sex partner certificate but marriage still illegal
The document will help same-sex couples rent apartments together and gain access to family-only hospitals.
Rugby World Cup 2015: Coach Eddie Jones says proud farewell to Japan
Jones led Japan to their most successful Rugby World Cup performance yet.
Unbreakable glass that's as strong as steel created by scientists in Japan
University of Tokyo develops unbreakable glass that could revolutionise construction, manufacturing and dinner parties.
Japan, South Korea resolve to mend ties but 'comfort women' issue lingers
Sex slaves used by Japan during its occupation of Korea has been a major obstacle to better ties.
Japan: Protesters dragged away as work resumes at US airbase [Video]
Building resumed even though Okinawa governor had revoked a work permit for the site.
Japan: Man digs hole in apartment floor to sexually assault neighbour living below
Man arrested in Tskuba City for sexually assaulting neighbour.
Bitcoin exchange MtGox CEO Mark Karpeles spent embezzled funds on prostitutes
MtGox filed for bankruptcy in 2014 after losing 850,000 bitcoins to alleged data theft.
Japan: 'Caterpillar rugby' to include both disabled and able-bodied [Video]
Those who are disabled in their lower bodies aren't disadvantaged in this game.
Toyota fault causes fires: 6.5 million cars recalled worldwide over window power switch
Toyota Matrix, RAV4, Tundra, Highlander, Scion xB, and Sequoia models being recalled.
Japan: Now a vending machine for selfies
The service will be offered free to those who buy a Kirin drink, and users can retake the shot up to three times
President Xi Jinping faces negativity from British public as China proves unpopular
YouGov says the electorate have a negative outlook when they think about the communist state.
Ukraine, Japan, Egypt among five elected to UN Security Council
Senegal and Uruguay will also begin their two-year term on 1 January.
Japan restarts second reactor at Sendai nuclear plant
Sendai No 2 unit is expected to enter commercial operations from around mid-November.
Boris Johnson: Watch Mayor of London knock over Japanese child during game of street rugby [Video]
Footage shows Johnson knock 10-year-old to the ground during game of touch rugby.
Rugby World Cup 2015: Japan become first nation ever to be eliminated after three group stage wins
Underdog victory over South Africa will live long in the memory.
IMF warns of world economic crash if interest rates are not kept low
IMF managing director Christine Lagarde says there is risk of further decline in growth.
Japan: Study finds higher thyroid cancer in children living near Fukushima nuclear plant
Children living close to Fukushima nuclear plant get thyroid cancer 20-to-50 times more than the average.
Sony plans to sell its stake in Sony/ATV Music Publishing
Move comes after Sony activates clause with Michael Jackson estate that owns the remaining stake.
Trans-Pacific Partnership signed: US and Japan among 12 in 'disastrous trade agreement'
After five days of talks a deal has been signed but questions remain on far-reaching affects.