The moment he laid eyes on Shinzo Abe's ashen face, Shingo Nakaoka knew that any attempt to revive the former Japanese premier was likely to be in vain. ( read original story ...)
Heavy rains in Japan: More than 400,000 people advised to evacuate
Over 400,000 people in western Japan have been advised to evacuate amid heavy rains and risks of flooding reported Sputnik quoting NHK. The evacuation advisory issued to 190,000 households of Fukuoka, ... ( read original story ...)
Athletics-Four new COVID cases reported in Japan’s worlds delegation
Three Japanese athletes and one coach tested positive for COVID-19 at the World Championships on Monday, the country's athletics federation (JAAF) said https://www.jaaf.or.jp/news/article/16856, ... ( read original story ...)
No word yet on new Russian company to operate Sakhalin-2 project, says Japan
The Japanese government has not yet received word that a new Russian company set to operate the oil and gas Sakhalin-2 project has been established, industry minister Koichi Hagiuda said on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Hanyu expected to retire from competitive skating
Two-time Olympic gold-medal figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu is expected to step away from competitive figure skating. He was expected to confirm his plans late on Tuesday at a news conference in Tokyo. His ... ( read original story ...)
Report: Japan’s Yuzuru Hanyu, who won two Olympic gold medals in figure skating, to announce retirement
Two-time Olympic gold-medal winner Yuzuru Hanyu is expected to step away from competitive figure skating, according to a report in his native Japan. ( read original story ...)
Junior high school student in Japan punished with in-school suspension for plucking her eyebrows
A Fukuoka Prefecture junior high school in Kurume, Japan, punished a female student with three days of “separate-room schooling” and a reflective essay after discovering she had plucked her eyebrows. ( read original story ...)
Monkey accused of attacking 14 people over 10 days sought by police in Japan
Police are on a mission to capture a monkey who has attacked 14 people in a span of 10 days in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. The Yamaguchi Prefectural Police sent patrols to the Ogori district of ... ( read original story ...)
Donald Keene’s Japan (Pt. 10): Bringing news of prisoners’ safety to families around Tokyo
Donald Keene, who had stayed in China's Tsingtao for a period after World War II, finally set foot on Japan's mainland in December 1945. Thou ... ( read original story ...)
Monday Slice: Naomi Osaka fights jetlag in Japan, LeBron James wishes he could be a tennis player
The four-time Grand Slam champion recently teamed up with the basketball great for the launch of her new media company—but it seems they could have almost been mixed doubles partners instead. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka to make comeback at the Silicon Valley Classic
Former World No 1 Naomi Osaka has accepted a wild card entry into the main draw of the Silicon Valley Classic at San José State University. Osaka limped out of the French Open before taking time off ... ( read original story ...)
Messi, Mbappe and other PSG stars draw thousands in Tokyo
Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe drew gasps from a crowd of thousands in Tokyo yesterday as Paris Saint-Germain held the first training session of their Japanese tour About 13,000 fans turned up ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama keeping van drivers on the road
For light commercial vehicle fleet operators, self-employed van drivers and small businesses, getting from one job to another in confidence is crucial. Durability and longevity are therefore a ... ( read original story ...)
Series of short films showcases lasting impact of Tokyo 2020 Games
A series of six short films, “Tokyo Stories”, has been released showcasing the positive impact of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020. Featuring people and communities in Japan and ... ( read original story ...)
Football: Messi, Mbappe and other PSG stars draw thousands at Tokyo training
French side will play J-League champions Kawasaki Frontale, Urawa Reds and Gamba Osaka during their 10-day visit to Japan. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Osaka’s Hotel Games isn’t just full of board games, it is a game!
All lodging and no play make guests dull people. There are a lot of cafes and bars that offer a wide range of board games to keep customers entertained, and you might even be able to find a hotel that ... ( read original story ...)