Japan plans to launch its flagship H3 rocket in February following two failed attempts to inaugurate the craft during what was a woeful 2023 marred by costly missteps and major setbacks. ( read original story ...)
Boxing: Tokyo Dome, Saudi Arabia among potential Inoue bout venues
Naoya Inoue, the second man in boxing history to be a two-weight undisputed champion, may fight at larger venues both in Japan and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan is close to becoming the 3rd nation to land on the moon in the 21st century. The US isn’t one of them.
Japan's space agency just inserted its SLIM moon lander into lunar orbit, weeks away from a historic touchdown attempt. ( read original story ...)
Harry Kewell earns Celtic gesture of class as reason revealed for wait to rubber-stamp Yokohama switch
Marinos want Kewell to replace Kevin Muscat who recommended him for the job which was once held by Ange Postecoglou. ( read original story ...)
Former Marine Lance Corporal Who Refused COVID-19 Vaccine Arrested in Japan for Alleged Trespassing
A former Marine lance corporal who refused the COVID-19 vaccine and was kicked out of the service returned to her former Japan-based duty station in an apparent act of civil disobedience and was arrested by police earlier this month for alleged trespassing. ( read original story ...)
Ukraine’s Air Force discloses details of attack on Russian ship Novocherkassk
Surviving a missile strike is a formidable challenge for a ship, Ukrainian Air Force spokesperson Yuriy Ihnat said in an interview with Radio Svoboda on Dec. 26, commenting on the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ attack on the Russian landing ship Novocherkassk. ( read original story ...)
Discover the five best ramen spots in Tokyo
From Tanaka Shōten to San Tora, professional ramen guide and Tokyo local Frank Striegl reveals the five spots no noodle lover should miss. ( read original story ...)
Maersk Joins Forces with Yokohama and Mitsubishi for Green Methanol Bunkering in Japan
A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) has signed an MoU with the City of Yokohama and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical (MGC) to collaborate on establishing green me ... ( read original story ...)
Maersk signs MoU with City of Yokohama and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical on development of green methanol bunkering infrastructure in Yokohama
A.P. Moller-Maersk has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Yokohama and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical for the development of green methanol bunkering infrastructure in Yokohama ... ( read original story ...)
Canter dreams of Paris after watching on in Tokyo
Former world champion Ros Canter wants to follow a successful year by riding at the Paris Olympics in 2024 - having watched on in Tokyo as a travelling reserve last time out. ( read original story ...)
Japan regulators lift operation ban on Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant
Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority announced on Wednesday that would lift an operational ban on the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant in Niigata Prefecture after demanding counterterrorism measures. ( read original story ...)
US ambassador thanks Japan for defense upgrade and allowing a Patriot missile sale to US
U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel has praised Japan’s contribution to their military alliance, particularly a decision to allow Japanese-made Patriot guided missiles to be shipped to the United ... ( read original story ...)
Japan: Takashimaya apologises for 807 collapsed Christmas cakes
A Japanese luxury department store has apologised for delivering hundreds of collapsed strawberry Christmas cakes. Some 807 out of around 2,900 strawberry cakes delivered in the run-up to Christmas ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Was ‘Vulnerable’ to Pressure Due to Her ‘Openness,’ Says Author
In speaking out for her own mental health needs, tennis megastar Naomi Osaka opened the door for other athletes to speak more openly about their own struggles. This Q&A with journalist Ben Rothenberg, ( read original story ...)
344 Days After His Last Match, Rafael Nadal’s Encouraging Australia Update Sends Fans Into a Frenzy
It has been almost a year since we last saw Rafael Nadal in action. The Spaniard last played competitive tennis 344 days precisely at the 2023 Australian Open where he lost in the second round. The former World Number 1 has been suffering from injuries since then, ( read original story ...)
Japan store sorry for collapsed Christmas cakes
Luxury retailer Takashimaya says it "betrayed the expectations of many customers". ( read original story ...)