The French Open is preparing a special farewell exhibition event for Gaël Monfils, former world No. 6 and one of the leaders of French tennis over the last two decades. ( read original story ...)
Thousands rally in Tokyo against Takaichi government’s push to revise pacifist constitution
People holding slogans participate in a protest rally in front of the National Diet Building in Tokyo, Japan, May 19, 2026. Thousands of demonstrators gathered in front of Japan's National Diet ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports rise for eighth month despite supply disruptions
Japanese exports rose for an eighth straight month in April, government data showed on Thursday, reflecting resilient global demand despite major supply disruptions caused by the U.S.-Israeli war ... ( read original story ...)
Japan records bigger exports and imports in April, despite oil supply concerns
Japan’s exports soared 14.8% in April from the same month a year earlier, according to Finance Ministry data released Thursday, showing that its trade remained robust despite worries over supplies of ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Electron’s Taiwan unit says it will not appeal ruling in TSMC trade secrets case
TAIPEI, May 21 (Reuters) - Tokyo Electron's Taiwan unit told Reuters in a written response on Thursday that it respects the judicial process, takes the court ruling seriously and will not appeal in ... ( read original story ...)
OLYMPIC/ 2030 Winter Games ‘too soon’ for Japan’s Sapporo–IOC
MUMBAI--Japan’s Sapporo withdrew its bid to host the 2030 Winter Olympics because the Games were “too soon” for the city, the International Olympic Committee said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s factory activity expands at slower pace, cost pressures surge
TOKYO, May 21 (Reuters) - Japan's manufacturing activity slowed slightly in May, while service sector growth ground to a halt for the first time in over a year, as surging costs linked to the Middle ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports jump 14.8% in April, beating expectations as semiconductor shipments soar
The figure outperformed the 9.3% estimate from Reuters. ( read original story ...)
Japan April exports rise 14.8% year/year despite Middle East conflict
May 21 (Reuters) - Japanese exports rose for an eighth straight month in April, government data showed on Thursday, reflecting resilient global demand despite major supply disruptions caused by the U. ( read original story ...)
Japan moves to reshape moral education for AI era
Japan plans to revise elementary and middle school moral education courses to address ethical decision-making and responsibility in the age of AI. ( read original story ...)
Japan exports surge 14.8% in April as chip shipments jump despite Iran war disruptions
Japan’s exports rose 14.8 per cent in April, beating forecasts as semiconductor shipments surged despite supply disruptions and rising energy costs linked to the Iran conflict ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Bar Stars Turn West Village Basement Into Wasabi G&T Hideout
Tonight, the West Village adds a new subterranean hangout to its roster: Love Thy Neighbor. The curvy, tan all-day dining and cocktail spot is opening at 55 Christopher Street, in the longtime home of ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Tire Partners with the Velocity Invitational
SANTA ANA, CA – Yokohama Tire is a new partner of the Velocity Invitational, North America’s premier motorsport and lifestyle festival, held May 29-31 at Sonoma Raceway in Northern California. The ... ( read original story ...)
The world’s first Pokémon-themed airport is opening in Japan this summer
The world’s first Pokémon-themed airport will open this summer in aid of supporting children affected by a disastrous earthquake two years ago. The regional Noto Satoyama airport in Japan announced that on 7 July, ( read original story ...)
Coco Gauff shows off new hair, Naomi Osaka flaunts Haiti heritage, Elena Rybakina goes sightseeing: What the WTA stars are upto before French Open
Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka and Elena Rybakina are among the WTA stars who are aiming to make a mark at the 2026 French Open. ( read original story ...)
Killing in Japan Stirs Fear of New Crime Rings That Recruit the Vulnerable
Four teenage boys were arrested in the killing of a woman at her home. The police say they might have been directed by a new type of transient criminal network known as tokuryu. ( read original story ...)