A student-led research group from Tohoku University has discovered a new species of the venomous Physalia (commonly known as ...

The discovery in a polluted, touristy river is a shining example of wildlife’s resilience—but also raises concerns about their survival. The Dotonbori River runs through Osaka’s tourism center. Lined ...

LOS ANGELES, May 2, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Humanitarian rescue and recovery efforts in Japan have been unprecedented in the wake of the recent catastrophic earthquake and tsunami. But while the vast ...

Regina Barber and Rachel Carlson of Short Wave talk about endangered eagles in Japan, the lifestyles of deep-living ocean creatures and the longevity secrets of human 'SuperAgers,' aged 80 and older.

Raptors are seen at North Safari Sapporo during a city inspection in September 2025 in this photo provided by the Sapporo Municipal Government. SAPPORO -- The private North Safari Sapporo, established ...

FOR A LONG time hikers in Japan have considered a bear bell essential. Its tinny ring is said to scare off the huge creatures. Nowadays, however, bear bells are increasingly useful on the way to the ...