Osaka was forced to save three break points across two games midway through the opening set, but was able to take the early advantage in the tie-break ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia Pavilion shines at Osaka expo, clocks 1 mln visits
The Indonesia Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, has marked a significant milestone by welcoming its one-millionth visitor, underscoring the interest ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Post After Win in Germany Catches Attention
Naomi Osaka’s Post After Win in Germany Catches Attention originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Naomi Osaka marked a special moment at the Bad Homburg Open after the tennis star kicked off the season ... ( read original story ...)
BTS’ Jin’s Osaka Fan Concert to Be Broadcast Live in Cinemas Across 10 Countries
This poster, provided by BigHit Music, promotes the cinema live screening of BTS Jin's fan concert, slated to be held on July 12, 2025, at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) ... ( read original story ...)
Asian shares rally after Trump announces Israeli-Iran ceasefire
Stock markets have rallied after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire in the Israel-Iran conflict, although the situation remained unclear as attacks continued.
Japan officially sets upper house election for July 20
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's Cabinet on Monday formalized a plan to hold a House of Councilors election on July 20 that is widely expected to test Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's minority government as ...
Japan’s 20-Year Bond Auction Demand Ratio Below 12-Month Average
Japan’s 20-year bond sale saw demand that was slightly lower than its average over the past year after the government adjusted its borrowing plans to calm a surge in yields.
Japan’s top FX diplomat Mimura to serve in post for second year
Japan's top foreign exchange diplomat, Atsushi Mimura, was reappointed for a second year, the finance ministry said on Tuesday, as he remains a vital member of the country's U.S. tariff negotiations ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to hold upper house election on July 20, government spokesperson says
Japan plans to hold an upper house election on July 20, government spokesperson, Yoshimasa Hayashi, said on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan tariff negotiator arranging seventh US visit, sources say
Japan's tariff negotiator Ryosei Akazawa is arranging his seventh visit to the United States for as early as June 26, aiming to end tariffs that are hurting Japan's economy, two Japanese government ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese company blames laser tool for its 2nd crash landing on the moon
A laser navigating tool doomed a Japanese company’s lunar lander earlier this month, causing it to crash into the moon. Officials for ispace announced the news from Tokyo on Tuesday. The crash landing ... ( read original story ...)
What to do in Osaka, Japan’s ‘culinary capital’, from Dotonbori’s chaos to the castle
With its neon-lit streets, culinary delights and historical landmarks, Osaka offers a sensory feast for visitors. ( read original story ...)
BTS’s Jin to livestream Osaka concert to theaters around the world
Jin of boy band BTS will livestream his July 12 performance at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan, to theaters around the world, his agency BigHit Music said Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
They say four days in Tokyo is plenty. I firmly disagree
You could hop from city to city, kids in tow, frantically ticking off Japan’s main sights. But here’s why three weeks of staying put in one city is perfect. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo student gives up softball due to abusive language from middle school coach
A student at a public junior high school in Japan's capital gave up playing softball after a coach verbally abused her, and she graduated wit ... ( read original story ...)
Wu-Tang Clan’s hip-hop legacy gets unleashed during one last victory lap at Crypto.com Arena
Wu-Tang Clan and Run the Jewels took over the Crypto.com Arena on Sunday night in a spirited celebration as part of Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber farewell tour.