How hundreds escaped a burning Japan Airlines plane

Within minutes, all 367 passengers and 12 crew members slid down emergency chutes to get away from the plane. "I can only say it was a miracle," one survivor said.

• Jan 2, 2024

Many escape fiery plane crash in Japan

Five members of Japan's coast guard are dead after a fiery collision with a passenger jet at Tokyo's Haneda Airport Tuesday, Japanese officials said. CBS News' Lucy Craft has more.

• Jan 2, 2024
• 02:05

Why a Japanese farmer is selling her food for pennies in trendy Tokyo

She earned enough in real estate to buy a pad in Florida, but Tomo-chan returned to her family farm outside Tokyo, determined to show struggling youngsters "they're not forgotten."

• Dec 13, 2023

Tokyo auto show returns as Tokyo Mobility Show

One of the largest auto shows in the world returned this year for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began. What was formerly known as the Tokyo Motor Show has been rebranded the Tokyo Mobility Show, showcasing not only automobiles but also construction equipment, mobile vending machines and wheelchairs. Elizabeth Palmer reports.

• Nov 19, 2023
• 02:17

Why Tokyo is trying to cancel Japan's biggest Halloween party

Halloween revelry around Tokyo's iconic Shibuya crossing has grown too scary for its own good, but can "saying 'Don't come here'" keep a lid on it?

• Oct 17, 2023

Sumo spotlighted at Japanese restaurant

Sumo wrestling is growing in popularity, and in Japan, one of Tokyo's hottest restaurants spotlights the sport. The venue has an international clientele, a month-long waitlist, and offers a unique experience, but food isn't the main draw. Lucy Craft reports.

• Sep 2, 2023
• 02:55

Japan's women are done buying men Valentine's "obligation chocolates"

In the 1980s it became a custom for females to buy chocolate to hand out to male co-workers and bosses. Many are "glad it's over."

• Feb 14, 2023

North Korea displays record number of missiles

North Korea put on a show of force this week with a military parade featuring more intercontinental ballistic missiles than ever before. Many of the missiles are believed to have the capability of reaching the U.S. Elizabeth Palmer has the details.

• Feb 11, 2023
• 02:34

"Sushi terrorism" prank videos spark outrage, and sympathy, in Japan

A handful of "sickening" videos showing people tampering with items on Japan's ubiquitous sushi conveyor belts have caused shockwaves.

• Feb 3, 2023

Japan firm opens whale meat vending machines to push sales

Conservationists say they are worried the move could be a step toward expanded whaling.

• Jan 28, 2023

Getting to "yes": Marriage proposals become big business in Japan

In social media age, a simple declaration of devotion and a selfie may not cut it, prompting some young lovers to spend thousands for a more Instagram-able moment.

• Jan 17, 2023

China sees COVID surge after restrictions end

China is seeing a spike in COVID-19 cases after ending its "zero-COVID" policy. Meanwhile, Japan is increasing its defense spending in an effort to boost its counteroffensive capabilities, and North Korea is threatening a military response. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joined "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.

• Dec 20, 2022
• 03:44

Tokyo says goodbye to an ultra-modern architectural marvel

Completed in 1972, Nakagin Tower, designed by Kisho Kurokawa, was a landmark of modular architecture: 140 stacked, prefabricated apartment pods. But now the tower is being demolished, its pods time capsules of the ultra-modern 1970s.

• Dec 11, 2022

Why Tokyo's "move forward" on LGBTQ rights is too slow for many

Recognizing same-sex partnerships is a "steppingstone," but one man says he and his partner still "worry immensely about the future."

• Nov 4, 2022

Tokyo begins issuing partnership certificates to same-sex couples

The historic move will allow LGBTQ+ partners to be treated as married couples for some public services such as housing, health care and welfare.

• Nov 1, 2022

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Governor Andrew Cuomo faces growing calls to resign; Missouri working to combat surge in COVID-19 cases

• Aug 4, 2021
• 48:48

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Infrastructure plan passes Senate hurdle; some European countries mandate vaccinations

• Jul 29, 2021
• 51:49

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Low vaccination rates fuel Delta variant surge; Surfing makes Olympic debut at Tokyo Games

• Jul 23, 2021
• 45:07

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CDC says Delta variant accounts for 93% of U.S. cases; Biden to sign new order on electric vehicles

• Aug 5, 2021
• 53:50

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Biden predicts full FDA vaccine approval by fall; Tokyo Olympics begin despite COVID-19 threat

• Jul 22, 2021
• 46:46

U.S. responds to North Korea missile launch

The U.S. and South Korea are responding to a missile launch from North Korea that flew over northern Japan. CBS News foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins us from Tokyo to explain the latest.

• Oct 4, 2022
• 04:56

Tesla lawyers to question Elon Musk

Elon Musk will answer questions from Tesla lawyers this week ahead of a trial that could determine whether the Tesla CEO has to go ahead with his $44 billion purchase of the social media platform. Vice President Kamala Harris is in Tokyo to attend a memorial service for slain former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and superstar Rihanna will headline the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show.

• Sep 26, 2022
• 01:00

Japan knife attack

Fifteen people were killed and at least 20 people wounded in a knife attack at a facility for the handicapped in the city of Sagamihara in Japan, according to Japanese media reports.

• Jul 25, 2016
• 00:36

A Tokyo café where customers are on deadline

Procrastination is not on the menu at Tokyo's Manuscript Café, whose only customers are writers and creatives trying to finish their books and other projects by deadline, thanks to the gentle nudging of the café's proprietor and all the coffee you can drink. Correspondent Liz Palmer reports.

• Jul 17, 2022
• 03:11

U.S. stocks sink as investors worry Fed hikes might derail growth

"Growth fears are hitting the markets harder than inflation concerns," said one analyst.

• Jul 14, 2022

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