Olympic hammer thrower Gwen Berry relies on prize money to make a living. “Because there’s literally nothing, no competitions, that’s our income.” ... ( read original story ...)
28-year-old sumo wrestler dies in Japan from coronavirus
The wrestler developed a fever on April 4 but could not get a test or find a hospital until his symptoms worsened and he was accepted four days later. ( read original story ...)
Japan regulators approve nuclear plant capable of extracting plutonium
Nuclear regulators in Japan have approved a nuclear fuel reprocessing plant capable of extracting plutonium. The plant located in Rokkasho, Aomori Prefecture, takes spent fuel from reactors and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan´s Softbank sees consolidation in Latam food delivery
Japan's SoftBank Group Corp , a shareholder in some of Latin America's largest food delivery companies, expects consolidation in most markets, a senior executive said on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Osaka using lockdown to conquer inner demons
The tennis season was suspended in early March due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and the hiatus will continue until at least mid-July with many countries in lockdown to contain the virus. Japan's Osaka, ... ( read original story ...)
‘I’m done with being shy.’ Tennis champion Naomi Osaka on overcoming her crippling shyness
Two-time grand slam winner Naomi Osaka tells Christina Macfalane that she is using lockdown to draw more and to learn how to come out of her shell and stop being shy.Two grand slam titles and a rapid ... ( read original story ...)
Tennis: Japan’s Osaka using lockdown to conquer inner demons
Two-times Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka is using the novel coronavirus shutdown as one of self reflection to try and overcome her crippling shyness. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka opens up about struggle with crippling shyness
Naomi Osaka has opened up about her struggle with shyness and said she is now able to conduct interviews in "full sentences" rather than one-word answers. ( read original story ...)
Japanese Grand Slam champion Osaka using lockdown to get over her shyness
Two-times Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka is using the novel coronavirus shutdown as one of self reflection to try and overcome her crippling shyness. The tennis season was suspended in early March ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka using coronavirus lockdown to conquer her inner demons
Two-times Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka is using the novel coronavirus shutdown as one of self reflection to try and overcome her crippling shyness. The tennis season was suspended in early March ... ( read original story ...)
Hanshin Railways offers Osaka and Kobe colouring pages and art tutorials
Trains and railways are a big deal in Japan. The country is home to one of the most efficient, and crowded, train systems in the world – they’re rarely delayed by more than a few seconds. However, in ... ( read original story ...)
Time Out: Naomi Osaka draws and tries to come out of her shell
Two-time grand slam winner Naomi Osaka tells Christina Macfalane that she is using lockdown to draw more and to learn how to come out of her shell and stop being ... ( read original story ...)
‘I have a lot of regrets.’ Tennis champion Naomi Osaka opens up about her crippling shyness
Two-time grand slam winner Naomi Osaka tells Christina Macfalane that she is using lockdown to draw more and to learn how to come out of her shell and stop being shy. ( read original story ...)
Osaka’s most popular tourist attractions are now looking empty
The Covid-19 coronavirus has caused lockdowns around the world as well as a national state of emergency here in Japan. Tourism has plummeted to its lowest level since the 2011 ear ... ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Farah feels Tokyo delay could help 10,000m title defence
Multiple Olympic champion Mo Farah says the postponement of the Tokyo Games to 2021 could work to his advantage as the Briton will now have around 20 months to train for the defence of his 10,000m ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM to hold news conference on coronavirus on Thursday
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will hold a news conference at 6:00 p.m. (0900 GMT) on Thursday to discuss the nation's coronavirus situation, the foreign ministry said. ( read original story ...)