Japan’s islands stretch from tropical beaches to snowy mountains, creating homes for some of the world’s most unique and adorable wildlife. Island isolation has created special species like Japanese ...

In Japan, it’s possible to enjoy a coffee while an owl perches on your head, or to sit at a bar where penguins stare out at you from behind a plexiglass wall. The country’s exotic animal cafes are ...

Japanese art is rich in animal imagery—humorous badgers, mysterious foxes, divine horses, and fearsome lion-dogs. That is the theme of the newest exhibition at the Honolulu Museum of Art. Animals in ...

Japan is a haven for animal lovers, offering countless opportunities to witness wildlife. From zoos to coastal aquariums, Japan is full of places where animals take centre stage. Check out six of the ...

It's time now for our science news roundup from Short Wave, NPR's science podcast. Reporting this week, we have Rachel Carlson and Regina Barber. Hey to both of you. REGINA BARBER, BYLINE: Hi. RACHEL ...