Japan

Nagasaki marks atomic bomb anniversary with somber ceremony

The Japanese city was flattened in an inferno that killed 74,000 people in 1945

Japanese kick up a stink over Olympic incompetence

Normally obedient people are rebelling after witnessing repeated gaffes by politicians

Japan marks Hiroshima anniversary with low-key ceremonies

An estimated 140,000 people were killed in the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945

Japan's place in a changing world for women

Younger Japanese politicians are becoming more aware of gender issues in the tradition-bound country

Japanese seek spiritual strength at Tokyo Olympics

Judo champion shows the true meaning of martial arts lies in showing respect rather than cheering and shouting

Japanese bishops stress nuke prohibition near Hiroshima anniversary

The prelates also want rich nations to help poor ones face the pandemic's challenges

Cultures collide at Tokyo Olympics

Athletes, support staff from Asian and Western countries respond differently to Covid rules at the Olympic village

Asian bishops elect Tokyo archbishop their new secretary-general

Archbishop Tarcisio Kikuchi of Tokyo replaces Bishop Stephen Lee of Macau

Fed up, but still Catholic

When I look at the Catholic Church, I see my sisters and brothers trying to be faithful and share their faith

Olympic athletes asked not to visit Tokyo churches

A multi-religious center in the athletes' village will enable athletes to pray and meet religious leaders

Land of the Rising Sun faces solar energy woes

A recent survey found that 80 percent of Japan's 47 prefectures have problems with solar energy

Japan's campaign to help exploited foreigners backfires

An illustration intended to raise awareness of a pressing social issue is withdrawn after complaints

A despairing cry for help in a Vietnam field hospital

Cambodian court convicts 14 activists over protests

Climate refugees find safety in Bangladesh's shanty towns

Filipino priests see red over seaside trip

Hindu group in India insists on idol worship at Catholic school

Daughter of Indonesia's first president becomes a Hindu