Japan's low obesity rates are no accident; it's a result of a harmonious blend of balanced nutrition, active lifestyles, and ...

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Japan's Diet convened for an extraordinary session on Thursday. Key issues for debate are political funds reform and a draft ...

Japan is known for its rich culture, unique cuisine and, above all, the remarkable longevity of its population. One of the ...

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Friday he will strive to build consensus across party lines as his minority ...

While scientific research progresses, some elements of the Japanese diet can already be adopted for potential health benefits. Adopting a balanced, Japanese-style diet rich in whole foods ...

The cooking is either simmered, steamed, boiled or grilled. Frying and sauteeing is less. They don’t cook or fry at high heat because this can cause nutrients to break down.

But there was nothing inevitable or innate in the Japanese spirit that gave them their near-ideal diet. The Japanese only really started eating what we think of as Japanese food in the years after ...

Food for a long and healthy life When it comes to the health benefits of a traditional Japanese diet, it seems the proof is in the pudding — or the lack of it. Japan’s low obesity rates ...

What the annual income and terms of office for Japanese lawmakers tell us about bribery and corruption in the Diet. Abe was the first Japanese PM in 15 years to attend the Chinese embassy in Tokyo ...