Marriott has expanded its portfolio of Autograph Collection hotels in Japan with the opening of The Osaka Station Hotel, the brand's fifth property in the country and first in Osaka. The 418-room ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Traders Eye $55K Amid U.S. Stock Sell-Off; XRP and Major Cryptos Lead Losses
Bitcoin rebounds from $62,500 lows but faces pressure as global sell-off continues. XRP and other major cryptocurrencies experience significant declines. Learn more about the current market dynamics.
It’s Not Anchor Brewing’s Fault That It Smells
The stench permeating the brewery’s property has been traced back to old wastewater treatment tanks left behind by the previous owner ... ( read original story ...)
Summary: Yokohama Marinos 2-0 Newcastle in Friendly Match
Yokohama Marinos had a very successful last season, as they finished second in the J1 League, made it to the third round in the Emperor’s C ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines to join World Expo 2025 in Osaka
The Philippines will join the 2025 World Expedition or World Expo 2025 in Japan, “promising an immersive experience that will celebrate Filipino craftsmanship,” declared the Department of Tourism (DOT). ( read original story ...)
USA’s Sha’Carri Richardson gets silver medal in women’s 100M after Tokyo Olympics suspension
Sha'Carri Richardson had to settle for the silver medal in the women's 100-meter on Saturday, losing to Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia. ( read original story ...)
Toronto preview: Osaka and Jabeur clash in first round; Gauff tops the draw
Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka top the draw at the National Bank Open, where Naomi Osaka and Ons Jabeur will face off for the first time in over three years. ( read original story ...)
Olympics-Boxing-Harrington triumphs over Ferreira in Tokyo final rematch
Ireland's Kelly Harrington scored a 4-1 win over Beatriz Ferreira in their lightweight semi-final clash at the Paris Olympics on Saturday, bringing the curtain down on the Brazilian's amateur career. ( read original story ...)
Athletics-US pole vaulter Kendricks ‘broken’ from Tokyo COVID saga
American pole vaulter Sam Kendricks said he is still "broken" from the positive COVID-19 test that shattered his Tokyo Olympic dreams three years ago, as he hopes to write a new story for himself at ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese stocks fall as investors fear effects of stronger yen
The Japanese currency has risen 4 per cent over the past two weeks as hedge funds rapidly cut their exposure to speculative yen short positions. Traders are guessing the majority of such bets have ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama F Marinos 2 Newcastle 0 – Results not important in pre-season, all about minutes… | OneFootball
Yokohama F Marinos 2 Newcastle 0 – Saturday 3 August 2024 (7pm kick-off local time – 11am in the UK) A 4-1 win on Wednesday, a 2-0 defeat on Saturday. Yet actually, I don’t think there was a massive ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama F Marinos 2 Newcastle 0 match highlights here – Action at both ends and the two goals | OneFootball
However, two poor pieces of defending (Hall and/or Joelinton for the first, definitely Murphy for the second) allowing Yokohama to score in each half. To be fair, from their perspective, the first ... ( read original story ...)
I went on a go-kart tour in Tokyo for $125. Driving around famous streets in tiny cars was an incredible way to see the city.
A go-kart tour is the best way to see Tokyo. While in costume, I drove around spots like Shibuya Crossing in a kart like the ones in "Mario Kart." ... ( read original story ...)
Simone Biles spent years working on her mental health after Tokyo. It’s made her an unstoppable force in Paris.
With an absolute blow-away performance in the vault, Biles now has three gold medals to take home to Texas – and she still has a chance for two more. ( read original story ...)
Megan Rapinoe and Snoop Dogg among fans at US women’s soccer quarterfinal against Japan
Former U.S. women’s national team star Megan Rapinoe and rapper Snoop Dogg were among the fans at Parc des Princes to watch the United States play Japan in the Olympic women’s soccer tournament. ( read original story ...)
Japan railway teams with Taipei Metro to bring Asia tourists to Izu
SHIZUOKA, Japan -- A private railway along the Izu Peninsula, south of Tokyo, is collaborating with the operator of the Taipei Metro to bring in overseas visitors, as well as promoting tourist spots and local specialty foods along the line. On one recent ... ( read original story ...)