Leaning on the second-half outburst of Bobby Ray Parks, the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins came from behind to clinch a 82-73 win over the Shimane Susanoo Magic in the 2021-22 Japan B. League at the Dolphins ... ( read original story ...)
Redevelopment project in Tokyo’s Akihabara sparks mixed reactions, distrust
A plan to redevelop a section of Akihabara, a pop culture hotbed in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward and one of Asia's top electronics shop districts, ha･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Her dream to teach English in Japan ended with a lesson for the country
Wishma Rathnayake's death in immigration detention in Japan has fueled debate over the treatment of foreigners in the country and exposed the lack of transparency in a system where people can languish ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka firm demonstrates inflatable rescue bridge
The device is expected to be used to evacuate people stranded in areas that are cut off when bridges collapse or wash away. ( read original story ...)
Bus driver chases down groper who targeted 18-year-old girl on his vehicle
In the late afternoon of Friday, Nov 19, 25-year-old Tatsunori Koga was at work and in his seat. He wasn’t in an office, though, because Koga works as a bus driver for Meitetsu Bus Co in Nagoya. A ... ( read original story ...)
Video: Ichiro Surprises Daisuke Matsuzaka at Retirement Ceremony in Japan
Japanese baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki made a surprise appearance during pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka's retirement ceremony Saturday. The Saitama Seibu Lions ... ( read original story ...)
Omicron scare: Stringent quarantine rules in Japan for travellers from India, Romania, Greece, 4 US states
In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 variant Omicron Japan will add India Greece Romania and four US states under strict quarantine vigilance ... ( read original story ...)
Strict Quarantine Rules In Japan Over Omicron For Travellers From India
In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 variant Omicron, Japan will add India, Greece, Romania and four US states under strict quarantine vigilance. ( read original story ...)
Can America and Japan Take Down the Chinese Military Together?
A recent think tank wargame explores the prospect of a massive war between China and America and Japan in 2030, introducing many war-time questions about submarines, amphibious attack ... ( read original story ...)
This hotel in Japan was designed so that every room has a different color combination
Every room at Toggle Hotel has a different color combination so that guests can either be "on or off," the architecture firm Klein Dytham says. ( read original story ...)
Omicron keeps world jittery as more information drips out
The omicron variant kept a jittery world off-kilter Wednesday as Japan further tightened travel restrictions, infections linked to the new version of the coronavirus popped up in more places and new ... ( read original story ...)
Starbucks Japan’s festive customisation is almost too cute to bear
The year-end holiday season is always a busy time for Starbucks and its customers in Japan, with a constant string of irresistible new offers covering drinkware, Frappuccinos, and everything in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan cancels Jerwin fight
IBF superflyweight champion Jerwin Ancajas will wait a little longer for the chance to unify the 115-pound throne as his showdown with WBO beltholder Kazuto Ioka set in Ota City on Dec. 31 was ... ( read original story ...)
How could I come back without a medal from Tokyo, says Punia
The Olympic bronze medallist was speaking at the HT Leadership Summit on Saturday. Punia shared the stage with Paralympics medallists Avani Lekhara and Sumit Antil. ( read original story ...)
Opals Australian basketballer Liz Cambage suffers FIBA World Cup blow after missing Tokyo Olympics
Liz Cambage is happy to flaunt her curves on OnlyFans - but after missing the Olympics earlier this year due to mental health concerns, her Opals days appear numbered. ( read original story ...)
Bangladesh can be a labour sourcing option for Japan
The setting up of international standard training institutes across the country can help Bangladesh penetrate the Japanese labour market, as the G-7 seeks to ease restrictions on foreign workers amid ... ( read original story ...)