The businesses burn the oil extracted from the fruits of oil palm trees as fuel for diesel engines that power electricity generators. Japan considers palm oil to be a renewable energy source ...

KANUMA, Tochigi Prefecture--A wave of thefts of bonsai miniature potted trees across Japan appear tied to an overseas boom that offers high profits from resale, according to experts. In many ...

YOSHINO, Nara -- Cherry blossoms on Mount Yoshino in this western Japan town have come into full bloom, covering the area in a sea of pale pink. As of April 7, trees in the Shimosenbon area near ...