Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe has called for some nuclear plants to reopen in order to ensure energy security for the country.

After a dramatic couple of years, Japanese car giant Toyota has beaten General Motors to become the world's biggest-selling car maker.

The ninja is one of Japan's oldest and most mysterious professions, but today modern methods to spy, sabotage, and kill are putting them out of work.

The FAA has grounded U.S.-registered Boeing Dreamliners until the planes pass a safety inspection, following a similar move in Japan Tuesday.

After another incident on a 787 Dreamliner, Japan's two largest airlines have grounded Boeing's new flagship plane.

The new government in Tokyo has unveiled a $224 billion stimulus plan in its latest bid to support the world's number three economy.

Family businesses dominate Japan's corporate landscape. For generations, sons have always taken on the top job. But what happens if there's not a male heir to inherit the business?

How many Sony, Panasonic or Sharp gadgets did you buy this year? Japan’s electronics giants have lost their competitiveness — and perhaps creativity.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party promises to tackle economic problems.

Newly-elected Prime Minister Shinzo Abe faces the tasks of reviving Japan's economy and handling strained relations with China.