Suga decided to join the LDP race judging that he should play a leading role, given expectations for his ability to manage crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and Japan's deepes ... ( read original story ...)
US Open: Naomi Osaka ‘stressed’ over fitness after withdrawal
Naomi Osaka withdraws from the Western and Southern Open final with a hamstring injury, two days before the start of the US Open. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Suga to join race to succeed PM Abe – Kyodo
Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga intends to run in the ruling party leadership race to succeed Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, Kyodo news agency reported on Sunday, citing an unnamed source. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka withdraws from final of Western & Southern Open
Naomi Osaka pulled out of the Western & Southern Open final Saturday because of a left hamstring injury, giving the title to Victoria Azarenka. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka withdraws from Western & Southern final with hamstring injury
Naomi Osaka, who was to play in the finals of the Western & Southern Open on Saturday, has withdrawn from the tournament with a hamstring injury. Her opponent, Victoria Azarenka, took the title by ... ( read original story ...)
International Reaction to Resignation of Japan’s PM Abe
"President Moon Jae-in and Abe do not have good personal relationship, which contributed to adverse bilateral ties. When a new leader takes office in Japan, he can give momentum t ... ( read original story ...)
We visit a new Tokyo bar where nobody speaks and writing is the only way to communicate
How much do we really listen to people these days? It’s a question our Japanese-language reporter Mr Sato has been contemplating recently, as even he admits to having his mind wander on occasion while ... ( read original story ...)
Private PCR testing booms as business travel resumes
Companies are rushing to get their hands on the coveted documents to take advantage of eased restrictions on business travel. The government's restriction on overseas travel took many companies to the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Cup & Yokohama Expansion Energize Uncertain Asia League
The Yokohama Grits expansion franchise arrives just in time for Japan Cup 2020, the Asia League's first on-ice action this winter. ( read original story ...)
Cryptocurrency news from Japan: Aug. 23 – Aug. 28 in review
"I think Satoshi's dream is more meaningful today," Himino said on Aug. 25, closing out the two-day summit. The leader touched on a bevy of points during his speech, including the aspect of trust in ... ( read original story ...)
The Great Reset and accredited investors: Bad crypto news of the week
World leaders have been discussing the role of cryptocurrencies during The Great Reset, the time that will follow the end of the pandemic and the reopening of world economies. As some leaders look for ... ( read original story ...)
Shinzo Abe decided to go all out on Donald Trump. He’s probably regretting it now.
The Japanese prime minister discovered that friendship with President Trump doesn't necessarily bring benefits ... ( read original story ...)
Djokovic Wins 35th Masters; Hurt Osaka Withdraws From Final
Getting tuned up ahead of the U.S. Open, which starts Monday, the No. 1-ranked Djokovic improved to 23-0 in 2020 and 11-0 head-to-head against Raonic, the 2016 Wimbledon runner-up. Earlier Saturday, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo flying car firm becomes first to lift vehicle off the ground
The Japanese-based SkyDrive project has successfully completed a four-minute test flight of its latest 'flying car'. The vehicle, carrying one test pilot, rose several feet into the air and hovered. ( read original story ...)
U.S. Open kicks off Monday with no fans, following week of sports protests
The U.S. Open is set to begin on Monday without fans. In an interview with CNBC, Billie Jean King praises 22-year-old Naomi Osaka for taking a stand on racial injustice and inequality. ( read original story ...)
Party election to pick PM Abe’s successor around Sept. 15: Kyodo
Japan's ruling party will choose Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's successor around Sept. 15, Kyodo news agency said on Saturday, after Abe abruptly announced his resignation for health reasons on Friday. ( read original story ...)