A high-stakes boxing match is set as former world title challenger Vince “J-Vince” Paras and his fierce rival Hiroto Kyoguchi of Japan will collide in a much-anticipated trilogy bout on October 13 in ... ( read original story ...)
Commercial debut for Yokohama’s fin tech on Advan A50
Yokohama has commercially introduced a new technology it has been working on for years, aerodynamic fins that improve handling stability ... ( read original story ...)
Jubilo Iwata vs Yokohama F. Marinos Prediction: The Marinos Eyeing A Third Consecutive Win
After a 4-0 thrashing at the hands of league leaders Machida Zelvia, Jubilo Iwata welcomed fellow relegation rivals Consadole Sapporo to the Yamaha Stadium, and goals from either half saw them succumb ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Steak House has been demolished after decades in San Antonio
"Demo half of the building for additional parking space, no problem," the business wrote. Bexar Country records show that the Tokyo Steak House property is owned by 9207 SAN PEDRO LTD, which is ... ( read original story ...)
Out on S$1 million bail, David Yong from Netflix’s Super Rich In Korea fails in bid to go Japan
The court rejected David Yong's bid to leave Singapore for a business meeting in Japan, saying his presence was not necessary and he had access to substantial funds there. ( read original story ...)
The Bank of Japan is certain to raise rates further. The question is when
BOJ is widely seen to stick to its monetary policy tightening campaign, but many markets participants remain divided over the timing of the next hike.
Japan’s defence ministry seeks record budget as it faces growing threat from China
Japan’s Defense Ministry on Friday sought a record 8.5 trillion yen ($59 billion) budget for the next year to fortify its deterrence on southwestern islands against China’s increasing threat.
Yokohama back as official tire supplier of Nitocross
The tire maker will be the exclusive spec tire for all race classes, including Group E, where Yokohama will debut new, purpose-built Advan A054 race tires on the FC1-X, the world's fastest electric ... ( read original story ...)
‘My heart dies every time I lose’ – Osaka after US Open exit
Two-time champion Naomi Osaka says it feels like "my heart dies every time I lose" after her second-round defeat by Karolina Muchova at the US Open. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s on Brink of Becoming World’s Third-Largest Military Spender
Japan's Defense Ministry seeks a historic budget of 8.5 trillion yen ($59 billion) as the nation faces growing threats from China. ( read original story ...)
Typhoon Shanshan disrupts Japan: Factories closed, 3 dead. Top updates
One of the most powerful storms to hit Japan in recent years, Typhoon Shanshan made landfall in Kyushu on August 29, causing widespread disruptions to transportation and prompting mass evacuations ... ( read original story ...)
Japan FSA to Examine Bank Risks in ‘World With Interest Rates’
Japan’s financial regulator plans to examine how major banks manage risks tied to securities investment and foreign-currency liquidity as they adjust to “a world with interest rates.” ...
Naomi Osaka crashes out of US Open with second-round loss to Karolina Muchova
Osaka committed 21 unforced errors in a 6-3, 7-6 (5) loss to unseeded Czech Karolina Muchova under the lights at Arthur Ashe Stadium. In her first U.S. Open since 2022 — Osaka took time off to give ...
Cboe buys stake in Japanese proprietary trading system firm
The deal for 14.8% of Japannext is the second Cboe has made under a memorandum of understanding with SBI Holdings.
Slow tropical storm dumps heavy rain around Tokyo after causing floods in southern Japan
A slow-moving tropical storm is having a far-reaching impact in much of Japan, dumping heavy rain around Tokyo and flooding roads and riverside areas in the south. ( read original story ...)
Nearly 40,000 people died home alone in Japan this year, report says
Almost 40,000 people died alone in their homes in Japan during the first half of 2024, a report by the country’s police shows.Of that number, nearly 4,000 people were discovered more than a month after they died, ( read original story ...)