The Japanese government has disclosed "Akagi file" documents on a high-profile document tampering scandal involving the Ministry of Finance, which were compiled by an official who has killed himself. ( read original story ...)
JDT Vs NGY Dream11: Johor Darul Ta’zim Vs Nagoya Grampus Prediction, Team And Top Picks
We look at the JDT vs NGY Dream11 team and top picks alongside other details of the AFC Champions League clash between Johor Darul Ta’zim and Nagoya Grampus. ( read original story ...)
Man arrested in Japan’s first bust over suspected resale of cryptocurrency account
A 36-year-old man in central Japan was arrested June 21 for allegedly opening a cryptocurrency transaction account for the purpose of resell ... ( read original story ...)
Vissel Kobe vs Yokohama FC prediction, preview, team news and more | J1 League 2021
Vissel Kobe take on Yokohama FC at the Noevir Stadium on Wednesday in the latest round of the J1 League. Vissel Kobe are currently fifth in the league, having accumulated 31 points from 18 matches ... ( read original story ...)
Japan infection expert eyes Olympics with excitement, concern
Infectious disease expert Atsuo Hamada still fondly remembers the thrill of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, but with a month until Japan hosts the Games again, he has concerns. ( read original story ...)
Olympics-Alcohol plans draw criticism from parched Tokyo residents
Olympic organisers will allow the sale of alcohol to Tokyo 2020 spectators, Kyodo News reported on Tuesday, drawing criticism as residents of the capital grapple with curbs on bars to prevent the ... ( read original story ...)
WIDER IMAGE Postcards from Tokyo: light and shadow ahead of pandemic Olympics
The Tokyo Tower and other landmarks were lit in special Olympic colours in April to mark 100 days before the Summer Games opened, but were shrouded in clouds of mist when rain enveloped the Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
ON-Volleyball at the Tokyo Olympics
Focus on volleyball at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics: Members of Japan's women's national volleyball team warm up on the court at the opening ceremony of the Ariake Arena, which will host volleyball and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to require airlines submit business improvement plans by late August
The step is part of the transport ministry's efforts to help pandemic-hit airlines maintain their flight routes. ( read original story ...)
Maybank IB raises earnings outlook on Genting in anticipation of Yokohama resort win
Maybank Investment Bank Bhd is growing more bullish on Genting Bhd as it expects Genting Singapore and its joint-venture partner to secure the Yokohama integrated resort (IR) request for proposal (RFP ... ( read original story ...)
Olympics-Parched Tokyo residents criticise reported alcohol sales plan
TOKYO (Reuters) -Olympic organisers will allow the sale of alcohol to Tokyo 2020 spectators, Kyodo News reported on Tuesday, drawing criticism as residents of the capital grapple with curbs on bars to ... ( read original story ...)
Transgender weightlifter Hubbard selected for Tokyo Olympics
Laurel Hubbard hefted 628 pounds (285 kilograms) in two lifts on the way to qualifying in the women’s super-heavyweight division for the Tokyo Olympics. That's heavy. But it's nowhere near the ... ( read original story ...)
Skateboarding at the Tokyo Olympics: What to expect
Skateboarding will make its Olympic debut in Tokyo. * Athletes will compete in two disciplines: park and street. * Both the park and street competitions will comprise two rounds (preliminaries and ... ( read original story ...)
China’s renewed crypto crackdown wipes nearly $300 billion off the market as bitcoin slides
China has stepped up its efforts to rein in the country's cryptocurrency industry from mining bans to warnings to financial institutions. ( read original story ...)
Asian markets rebound, led by Nikkei’s big gain
Asian shares rebounded from their retreat a day earlier, tracking Wall Street's recovery from the Federal Reserve's reminder it will eventually provide ... ( read original story ...)
Olympic alcohol plans draw criticism from parched Tokyo residents
Olympic organisers will allow the sale of alcohol to Tokyo 2020 spectators, Kyodo News reported on Tuesday, drawing criticism as residents of the capital grapple with curbs on bars to prevent the ... ( read original story ...)