Five environmental activists have beee referred to prosecutors for allegedly defacing a wall in Tokyo's Jingu Gaien area last year in apparent opposition to a redevelopment project planned for the ... ( read original story ...)
Christopher Luxon off to Tokyo with business delegation
Luxon says his objectives are to reinvigorate existing business, promote investment and develop his relationship with Japan's PM. ( read original story ...)
Forget self-driving cars, robot driver Musashi takes on Tokyo roads
Researchers propose using a humanoid robot for autonomous driving, leveraging its human-like form and abilities behind the wheel. ( read original story ...)
JUST IN: Naomi Osaka receives nigthmare first-round draw in Berlin
When Osaka, 26, and 21-year-old Zheng clash against each other at a WTA 500 tournament in Berlin, it will be their third meeting and also their second meeting in the last month. After Osaka beat Zheng ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sun Rises Again After Decades of Stagnation
James Kuffner, a former Google executive recruited eight years ago to help run a Toyota innovation hub in Japan, brought a radical idea with him for his new colleagues: wear what you like at work. ( read original story ...)
‘What nerve’: LDP fundraising party plans in Yokohama draw criticism after scandal
The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)'s Yokohama branch association is preparing to hold a fundraising party in July on the heels of a slush ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Starbucks Reserve Features A Unique Top-Floor Experience
Starbucks has put in a lot of work to offer unique experiences around the world, and few are as impressive as what you'll find in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Andreescu’s honesty on her win against Osaka: “It was just my day”
The Canadian defeated Naomi Osaka in the quarterfinals in 's-Hertogenbosch ( read original story ...)
Flesh-Eating Bacteria That Can Kill in Two Days Spreads in Japan
A disease caused by a rare “flesh-eating bacteria” that can kill people within 48 hours is spreading in Japan after the country relaxed Covid-era restrictions. ( read original story ...)
Newly-Built Tokyo Apartments to Be Torn Down for Blocking Views of Mt. Fuji
A newly constructed residential building in suburban Tokyo will be pulled down after incensed locals complained the structure blocked their Mt. Fuji views. ( read original story ...)
Bianca Beats Osaka, Bronny Works Out, and AI Against Abuse: Sports Night Sizzle
In recent sports news, Bianca Andreescu defeated Naomi Osaka in the Libema Open quarterfinals. Jeff Van Gundy may join the Celtics or Clippers as an assistant coach. Bronny James worked out with the Lakers, ( read original story ...)
B.League: Kiefer Ravena signs with Yokohama B-Corsairs
The Yokohama B-Corsairs will continue to have Filipino blood injected into its lineup in the upcoming 2024-25 Japan B.League season. But no, it’s not in the form of Kai Sotto. This time, it will be ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shares big goal of hers amid outstanding return to grass courts
Naomi Osaka has a goal she would like to achieve in the upcoming period as the former world No. 1 hopes to finally win her first title on the fastest tennis surface during this year's grass season. ( read original story ...)
Japan says its Ospreys will keep flying unrestricted despite US qualms
Japan's defense chief said Friday that Japanese and American V-22 Ospreys are being safely operated in his country. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Osaka, Nishikori confirmed for Paris Games
Japan's Naomi Osaka and Kei Nishikori will compete at this year's Olympic Games in Paris, the Japan Tennis Association has announced. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama TWS year focused on customer productivity
Yokohama TWS recently marked its one-year anniversary since YRC acquired and renamed it Trelleborg Wheel Systems. ( read original story ...)