Local governments in the targeted areas are hurriedly taking emergency measures as are many recreational facilities including beaches and festivals. Following the earthquake, the Japan ...

KAMAKURA, Kanagawa -- At around noon on Aug. 20, a beautiful blue sky spread over Yuigahama Beach in this east Japan city. As the sun shone down, people could be seen swimming and strolling along ...

With its spectacular scenery, vibrant culture and relaxed atmosphere, Okinawa Island is a destination not to be missed when ...

Four swimmers have been injured in dolphin attacks on a beach in central Japan, officials say. One man, in his 60s, suffered broken ribs and bites to his hands after a dolphin rammed him a few ...

Miura is one of the growing number of resort beaches in Japan being closed, highlighting challenges such as labor shortages, competition from other leisure activities and poor visitor behavior.

Hit the beach and unwind in hot springs in two of Japan's seaside towns, Shirahama and Kushimoto. The small towns of Shirahama and Kushimoto, 50km apart on the coast of Wakayama Prefecture ...

One of the most remote areas of Japan, Okinawa boasts a colourful culture alongside coral reefs, national parks and ...

Residents and the authorities in Japan are baffled after a mysterious, large metal sphere was found ashore earlier this week. The sphere, which is about 1.5m wide, was spotted on a beach in ...