Japan
When is dubbed better than subbed?
Overdubbed films have a bad reputation in the English-speaking world, but if done well can be superior to subtitled films, says a former Studio Ghibli producer. Video, Audio
Yosuke Kitazawa - Japanese Folk & Rock 1969-1973
Even A Tree Can Shed Tears: Japanese Folk & Rock 1969-1973 is a compilation put together by archival music specialists Light In The Attic Records. For the keen crate digger, groups with names like… Audio
Former sumo champion charged with assault
Prosecutors summarily indicted Mongolian-born former sumo grand champion Harumafuji for assaulting a junior wrestler.
MP's 2013 gay marriage speech goes viral in Japan
A speech made by former MP Maurice Williamson four years ago has become a battle cry for marriage equality among Japanese social media users. Video
Skeletons found on 'ghost ship' washed up in Japan
Japanese authorities are trying to identify eight people whose badly decomposed remains were found on a wooden boat that washed up on a beach.
Powering Japan: mining undersea 'fire ice'
Currently, Japan imports the bulk of its oil, coal and gas from overseas. Now, in an effort to become more energy self-sufficient, the Japanese government is making big investments in mining undersea… Audio
Sincere apologies for train's 20 second early departure
A rail company in Japan has apologised after one of its trains departed 20 seconds early.
Trump: Don't underestimate American resolve
US President Donald Trump said no nation should underestimate American resolve, as he arrived in Japan at the start of a marathon Asian tour.
Abe on track for 'super-majority'
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's ruling coalition is on course for a resounding victory in Sunday's general election, according to exit polls.
Japan heads to the polls
Japan is heading to the polls a month after Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called a snap election in the face of the rising threat from North Korea.
Fashion’s inclusive new mood
Fashion is often a signal of a change in the air, reflecting societal norms and values. On RNZ podcast My Heels Are Killing Me Sonia Sly meets designer Jason Lingard who says being gay and growing up… Audio
Tsunami debris carries marine life from Japan to the US
Nearly 300 species of fish and invertebrates have crossed the Pacific Ocean on floating debris since the 2011 earthquake. Audio
Shonen Knife: Ramones, rock and ramen
Since 1981 Naoko Yamano has been the leader of japanese rock n roll trio Shonen Knife. The band are playing in NZ in October. Audio
Japan condemns North Korea for 'repeated provocations'
Japan is protesting North Korea's latest missile launch in the "strongest words", saying the rocket landed 2000km off Hokkaido. Video
Guam: the tip of the spear in US military might
Asia-Pacific islands hosting US military bases have become a clear target in the high-stakes game of nuclear chicken unfolding between North Korea and the United States. One of those at risk is the… Audio
Pacific correspondent Mike Field
On the edge of extinction, Japan reluctantly agrees to measures to try and save Pacific Bluefin tuna, the indigenous Rapanui of Easter Island vote on huge marine park, but the Kermadecs has still not… Audio
All Whites confirm Japan fixture
The All Whites have confirmed they will play an international football friendly against Japan in the leadup to their Intercontinental playoff against the fifth best South American team for a spot at…
Japan's terrifying neighbour
Residents of the north of Japan have been subjected to air raid warnings and sirens as North Korea flexes its muscles. Audio
'Significant consequences' for all if US responds to N Korea
The United Nations Security Council is holding an emergency session after North Korea's latest missile launch. Shea Cotton is a senior research associate with the Middlebury Institute of International… Audio
North Korea fires missile over northern Japan
Japan is vowing a "timely and appropriate response" after the latest missile launch, which triggered a warning to its citizens.
