Dr. Shigeaki Hinohara, a renowned Japanese physician, is an iconic figure in longevity. Having passed away at the remarkable ...

Behind Japan’s legendary work ethic lurks a dark secret. For decades, the country has been plagued by people driven to an ...

The suspects, a doctor and a medical equipment company official, are believed to have abused a system allowing for donations ...

A University of Tokyo Hospital doctor was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of receiving bribes from a medical equipment maker ...

While clinics often serve as primary care providers, some areas in west Japan's Shikoku region are observing a dwindling ...

A 53-year-old doctor at the University of Tokyo Hospital was arrested Wednesday for allegedly taking about 700,000 yen in bribes from a medical equipment maker official in return for using the firm's ...

From the must-see locations to the most frequently asked questions, our guide has all you need to plan your next visit.

A federal appeals court ruled that Masahide Kanayama, a surgeon and practicing Christian, may be extradited to face charges ...

It’s easy to get lost in Tokyo if you don’t know where you’re going. Street addresses are approximate, and buildings extend ...

Scientists in Japan are exploring a novel way to deliver oxygen through the gut. This method, called enteral ventilation, involves introducing oxygen- ...

What should you do if you suddenly feel sick and are unable to get out of bed while traveling in Japan where you don’t speak the language? Health issues such as exhaustion, jet lag, or running out of ...