Here are some recent Japan-related news items from the BBC News website.
Japan exports up by most since 2010
Japanese exports rise in May by the most since 2010 as the yen weakens, providing a boost to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s plan to revive the economy.
15 minutes ago
NI leaders to visit Japan
Northern Ireland’s first and deputy first ministers accept an invitation from the Japanese prime minster to visit his country.
7 hours ago
The ‘unbeatable’ air hockey robot
Japanese engineers have built a robot that can play air hockey better than humans.
3 days ago
Suzuki potential impresses De Puniet
Suzuki test rider Randy de Puniet is positive about the potential of the bike after the team’s first public MotoGP test in Catalunya.
Yesterday
Suzuki will return to MotoGP in 2015
Japanese outfit Suzuki will return to MotoGP in 2015 after three years out of the sport and are testing in Spain this week.
Yesterday
Brazil 3-0 Japan
Neymar’s spectacular goal sets hosts Brazil on their way to victory over Japan in the opening game of the Confederations Cup.
3 days ago
Brazil team can be greats — Scolari
Luiz Felipe Scolari says his 2013 Brazil team can become greats, after their 3-0 win over Japan in the Confederations Cup.
3 days ago
VIDEO: Highlights: Brazil 3-0 Japan
Brazil get their Confederations Cup campaign off to a winning start with a convincing 3-0 win over Japan in their Group A match on Saturday.
3 days ago
Wales pay price for ‘arrogance’ — JJ
Legendary Wales and Lions wing JJ Williams says Wales’ selection “arrogance” led to their historic defeat by Japan.
3 days ago
VIDEO: Neymar scores superb opening goal
Neymar gets the first goal of the 2013 Confederations Cup as he scores with a superb first-time shot for Brazil against Japan after just three minutes.
3 days ago