Criticism mounted Friday over sexist remarks made by Tokyo 2020 chief Yoshiro Mori, who has refused to step down and justified his comments by explaining he doesn't "speak to women much." Mori, 83, ... ( read original story ...)
Carmakers’ chip woes, UK directors face liability rules, Japan’s job-creating robots
German carmakers are considering their own semiconductor stockpiles to avoid supply chain troubles, the UK government could soon hold directors personally liable for the accuracy of their companies’ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Scientists to Study Source of High Heat on Asteroid
Japanese space experts say they will examine soil samples brought back from a distant asteroid in an attempt to find the source of heat that altered the celestial body, in their search for clues to ... ( read original story ...)
Waratahs’ culture in question as Rob Penney faces the heat in 2021
Given little hope of success in the upcoming Super Rugby AU season, the Waratahs are already firmly under the spotlight before a ball has even been kicked after several former players hit out at a ... ( read original story ...)
One year after the Diamond Princess outbreak, COVID-19 lessons still to be learned
The outbreak of COVID-19 on a cruise ship anchored off Yokohama last February provided an early test of Japan’s defenses against a deadly virus that would later go on to upend our lives. ( read original story ...)
Youthful Osaka, Barty stand in way of Serena’s path to 24th Slam
Serena Williams continues her long quest for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam when the coronavirus-delayed 2021 Australian Open begins on Monday, four years since her last major triumph in Melbourne ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo governor says Olympics facing ‘major issue’ after Mori’s sexist remarks
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike said on Friday the Olympic Games were facing a "major issue" after the head of the organising committee made sexist remarks and as criticism of his comments showed no sign ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Kirin Cuts Ties With Myanmar Military-owned Firm
Japanese beer giant Kirin said Friday it is ending its joint venture with a military-owned conglomerate in Myanmar after a coup in the country. The arrest of democratic leaders including Aung San Suu ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka governor’s loose benchmarks for demanding end to state of emergency spark outcry
Osaka Gov. Hirofumi Yoshimura is facing resistance from some of his own top bureaucrats over the prefecture's new benchmarks for demanding th ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics chief urged to resign following sexist comments
He talked too much’ ... ( read original story ...)
Olympic torch unveiled 1 year before Beijing Winter Olympics as concerns linger over summer Tokyo Games
The torch for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing has been unveiled -- one year before the opening ceremony and as Tokyo continues to prepare to host summer games postponed because of the pandemic. ( read original story ...)
How I created Japan-inspired zen in my seaside home
The interiors equivalent of a black-and-white ball, this monochrome living room could easily be found in a cool warehouse apartment in New York or London. In fact, it is the showpiece of an ... ( read original story ...)
Virtual Sapporo Snow Festival
A snow sculpture of William Smith Clark, known as Dr Clark, who played a key role in the development of Hokkaido in the 19th century, is pictured at Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill in Sapporo. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka becomes part-owner of professional women’s soccer team
According to her Twitter account, Naomi Osaka has become part-owner of the North Carolina Courage, a professional women’s soccer team. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics chief apologizes for sexist comments that women talk too much in meetings
Yoshiro Mori, president of the Tokyo Olympics organizing comittee, apologized Thursday for comments he made suggesting women talk too much in meetings. ( read original story ...)
Sexist remark about “annoying” women mars Japan’s bid to show it’s ready to host the Olympics
A remark about "annoying" women by the man in charge has tarnished Tokyo's efforts to highlight meticulous planning for a safe Summer Olympics amid a pandemic. ( read original story ...)