Kobe is a city blessed by both the sea and the mountains. One of its most defining features is Mount Ichizan, part of the Rokko mountain range. Long known as the birthplace of modern mountaineering in Japan, this area is home to a variety of distinctive peaks. Nestled within one of them, in Kobe’s Chuo Ward, lies Juzenji Temple, a Zen temple with a history spanning over 950 years. (News On Japan)

With China's economy mired in a prolonged downturn and pressure from U.S. tariffs persisting since the Trump era, a growing number of Chinese citizens are seeking to leave their country. Among the favored destinations, Japan—and in particular, Osaka—is seeing a surge in Chinese immigrants. What lies behind this trend? (News On Japan)

"Not even in my wildest imagination did I think this would happen," Cardinal David tells the BBC.

"Not even in my wildest imagination did I think this would happen," Cardinal David tells the BBC.

It was the opposition leader's home state that delivered Labor its win, with the red wave taking out his own seat.

As many in Japan returned to work or school on May 7th following the Golden Week holiday, a growing number are reporting post-holiday fatigue and sleep deprivation—conditions that experts warn may point to deeper sleep-related issues. (News On Japan)

Mitsubishi Motors has announced that it will procure electric vehicles from Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision Industry, marking the first time a major Japanese automaker will receive EVs from the Taiwanese electronics manufacturing giant. (News On Japan)

Cherry blossoms have begun to bloom in Wakkanai and Kushiro, marking the near completion of Japan's cherry blossom front for 2025. (News On Japan)

The prime minister reiterated that Canada "is not for sale" during Tuesday's meeting at the White House.

After a lengthy wait, black smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel's chimney at around 9pm local time.

After a lengthy wait, black smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel's chimney at around 9pm local time.

US spy agencies have been told to step up espionage around Greenland, according to The Wall Street Journal.

US spy agencies have been told to step up espionage around Greenland, according to The Wall Street Journal.

The signal means more voting will take place tomorrow as a new pope has not yet been chosen.

Tokyo International School has announced plans to relocate to a new, purpose-built campus in Takanawa Gateway City, with the move scheduled for August 2026. The relocation marks a major milestone in the school's growth strategy, aimed at expanding its educational offerings and embracing Tokyo’s emerging innovation district. (News On Japan)

Some 350 flights are affected in Moscow and other cities, as Russia claims shooting down 524 Ukrainian drones.

Some 350 flights are affected in Moscow and other cities, as Russia claims shooting down 524 Ukrainian drones.

The restaurant in Gaza City's Rimal neighbourhood had been recently been operating a community kitchen.

The restaurant in Gaza City's Rimal neighbourhood had been recently been operating a community kitchen.

The UK Home Office was unable to process Julius Malema's application in time for his trip, the High Commission says.