Naomi Osaka and Jessica Pegula, two of the most prominent names in women's tennis, have made a surprising decision on their road to Wimbledon 2025. Both players have withdrawn from ... ( read original story ...)
Bucyo Coffee, NAGOYA – Famous For Ogura Red Bean Butter Toast and Coffee
Bucyo Coffee in Nagoya serves up bold breakfast sets, Ogura red bean toast and dark roast coffee in a one-of-a-kind, cartoon-filled café near the station. ( read original story ...)
Japan, US ‘yet to find common ground’ on tariffs: Tokyo’s top negotiator
Both sides will 'continue coordinating energetically to achieve an agreement that benefits both Japan and the United States,' says Economic Revitalization Minister Akazawa - Anadolu Ajansı ... ( read original story ...)
Black Thunder snack maker targets sweet-toothed tourists with factory trips
NAGOYA, Japan -- The maker of Japan's popular Black Thunder chocolate bar is aiming to lure sweet-toothed tourists and other guests to a visitor center at its new $70 million plant, offering a ... ( read original story ...)
Plan your Osaka Expo 2025 visit: 14 must-see pavilions, things to do and top tips
Must-see pavilions include the interactive Saudi village, future-themed Korea Pavilion, and Singapore’s red sphere built with recycled aluminium discs. ( read original story ...)
Japan trade negotiator Akazawa says he made progress in US tariff talks
Japan had made some progress in a fifth round of trade talks with U.S. officials aimed at ending tariffs that are hurting Japan's economy, Tokyo's chief tariff negotiator said. ( read original story ...)
Mrs. GREEN APPLE Tops Billboard Japan’s 2025 Mid-Year Hot 100, Hot Albums & Artist 100 Charts
Four songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE charted in the mid-year Japan Hot 100 top five -- the first time any act has accomplished this feat. ( read original story ...)
Mrs. GREEN APPLE on Landing Unprecedented Trifecta on Billboard Japan Mid-Year Charts: Interview
Mrs. GREEN APPLE topped the all-genre Japan Hot 100 song chart, the Hot Albums tally & the Artist 100 list on the Billboard Japan mid-year charts. ( read original story ...)
Natuzzi Will Be Present at the Expo 2025 Osaka With Its Collections
Mario Cucinella Architects, is inspired by the Renaissance Ideal City 90 bespoke seats developed by the Natuzzi Style Center for the Theater within the Italy Pavilion. SANTERAMO IN COLLE, Bari, Italy, ... ( read original story ...)
Minoh Falls: The Perfect Escape From Osaka’s Cityscape
If you’re craving a quick break from Osaka’s city energy, Minoh Falls (also spelled “Minoo” sometimes) is the half-day activity you probably need. Just 30 minutes from Osaka-Umeda Station, this easy ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. Marathon Team Announced for 2025 Tokyo World Championships
USA Track and Field (USATF) has named the marathoners slated to race at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. On Friday, June 6, two Olympians were announced among the six athletes set to ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka and Jessica Pegula Pull Out of Queen’s Club Championships
World No. 3 Jessica Pegula and No. 49 Naomi Osaka withdrew from the Queen's Club Championships (called HSBC Championships for sponsorship purposes). Tournament organizers made the announcement on ... ( read original story ...)
Inside Tokyo’s Renkō-ji Temple: The final resting place of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose?
Renkō-ji Temple in Tokyo quietly safeguards an urn believed to contain the ashes of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, fueling decades of speculation about his death. Despite conflicting reports and ... ( read original story ...)
Figure skating Grand Prix assignments: Alysa Liu, Chock/Bates headline Skate America
World champions Alysa Liu and Madison Chock and Evan Bates headline November’s Skate America as figure skating’s Grand Prix Series assignments for the Olympic season have been announced. ( read original story ...)
First look: The Waldorf Astoria Osaka is Japan’s most gorgeous new points hotel
Japan's hottest new points hotel is the Waldorf Astoria Osaka, which was designed by Andre Fu and has a fabulous spa in addition to fancy fine-dining restaurants. ( read original story ...)
USATF announces full marathon rosters for Tokyo 25
Moving up to the marathon after a successful track career that saw her notch personal bests of 15:10.10 in the 5000 and 31:28.69 in the 10,000, Erika Kemp had an impressive finish at Houston in ... ( read original story ...)