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On This Day – March 3, 1990: Paul McCartney kicks off a six-night stand in Tokyo, Japan

Sunday, March 5 by ABC News

On this Day, March 3, 1990...Paul McCartney’s world tour came to Tokyo, Japan with Sir Paul playing six sold-out nights at the Tokyo Dome.McCartney’s set included such Beatles classics as "Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band," "Can’t Buy Me Love," "Eleanor Rigby," "Let It Be," "Hey Jude" and... Read More.

Megadeth reunites with Marty Friedman during Japan show

Tuesday, February 28 by ABC News

Megadeth reunited with former guitarist Marty Friedman during their show at Tokyo's famed Budokan venue Monday.The concert, which streamed live online, marked the first time Friedman has played with Dave Mustaine and company since leaving Megadeth in 2000. According to

US skier Kyle Smaine killed in avalanche in Japan

Tuesday, January 31 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Kyle Smaine, a U.S. professional skier who was the halfpipe gold medalist in the 2015 world championships, died Sunday in an avalanche in Japan, according to his wife and a fellow skier who was also caught in the snow.Smaine, 31, was... Read More.

US warships, with South Korea and Japan, train to shoot down North Korean missiles

Friday, October 7 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- U.S. warships from the USS Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group teamed up with South Korean and Japanese destroyers to practice shooting down missiles in the Sea of Japan Thursday, a show of force following multiple launches by North Korea this week."The... Read More.

North Korea fires ballistic missile over Japan

Tuesday, October 4 by ABC News

(NEW YORK, TOKYO and SEOUL) -- North Korea fired a ballistic missile over Japan early on Tuesday morning, the Japanese Ministry of Defense said.South Korea and the U.S. conducted a joint strike package flight and precision bombing drill in response to the ballistic missile... Read More.

North Korea fires apparent ballistic missile over Japan: Ministry of Defense

Monday, October 3 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- North Korea has fired what appears to be a ballistic missile over Japan, the country's Ministry of Defense said Monday.The apparent ballistic missile was launched at 7:22 a.m. local time and passed over Japan at 7:29 a.m., the Japanese Ministry of Defense... Read More.

Japan holds state funeral for Shinzo Abe as protesters line the streets

Tuesday, September 27 by ABC News

(TOKYO) -- Thousands of protesters opposed to the state-funded funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lined the streets near parliament in Tokyo on Tuesday, as helicopters whizzed above and dignitaries from all over the world paid their respects to the slain leader.U.S.... Read More.

Bruno Mars going solo with Vegas New Year’s Eve show and mini-tour of Japan

Thursday, September 22 by ABC News

Bruno Mars' recent performances have all come as one-half of the Grammy-winning duo Silk Sonic. But Bruno's just announced several shows that will find him performing solo.Bruno will ring in 2023 at his frequent Las Vegas stomping grounds: He's booked... Read More.

Katy Perry to headline True Colors Festival concert in Japan

Wednesday, September 7 by ABC News

Katy Perry is heading to Japan in November for a special event.The singer will be a special guest at True Colors Festival The Concert 2022, which will be performed in Tokyo twice, on November 19 and 20. Katy will be... Read More.

Japan to end pre-departure COVID tests for fully vaccinated tourists in September

Wednesday, August 24 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- Japan is ending its pre-entry COVID-19 test requirement for fully vaccinated travelers with at least one booster dose, making it one of the last countries to do so.The country, which has enforced some of the strictest border measures since the pandemic began,... Read More.

Strong earthquake hits Japan, at least 88 injured and 1 death reported

Thursday, March 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A strong earthquake struck off the coast of Japan late Wednesday, triggering a tsunami threat and leaving more than 2 million households without electricity, officials said.Preliminary reports put it at a 7.3 magnitude. The earthquake occurred just off the coast from... Read More.