A major earthquake in Japan's southwest killed at least 13 people and left several injured or missing after a shopping center and a paper mill were heavily damaged. ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake kills at least 13 as rescuers race to find survivors
The death toll from a powerful earthquake in south-west Japan has risen to 13, as rescue workers race to find more survivors from underneath the rubble. The magnitude 6.8 quake struck Kumamoto ... ( read original story ...)
Death toll rises to 18 as rescuers comb through quake rubble in southwestern Japan
Soldiers and emergency workers combed through a badly damaged shopping mall and collapsed houses looking for trapped survivors Wednesday after a powerful earthquake that killed at least 18 people, ... ( read original story ...)
Shadows of hate, extremism hang over anti-immigration rally in Osaka
OSAKA -- An anti-immigration demonstration drew hundreds of supporters and counterprotesters to the area around JR Osaka Station shortly before noon o･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
In 2010, scientists found a slime mold that designed transport networks like Tokyo’s rail system
Slime mold Tokyo rail system: Scientists discovered slime mold creates efficient transport networks. This organism's natural behavior resembles Tokyo's railway system. The slime mold connects food ... ( read original story ...)
7,000 spend night at Hokkaido airport as heavy snow halts flights, trains
SAPPORO - Around 7,000 people were forced to spend the night at Hokkaido's New Chitose Airport on Sunday as 56 flights connecting the northern Japan hub with other major cities were canceled amid ... ( read original story ...)
3 Tokyo bars named in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026 list
These standout drinking spots continue to cement Tokyo’s reputation as one of Asia’s top cocktail destinations ... ( read original story ...)
Cerezo Osaka vs Borussia Dortmund Results Today: Club Friendly Live Score, Updates, Stats
Cerezo Osaka vs Borussia Dortmund live score, updates, stats, lineups, and key moments from today's club friendly in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan: Sudden downpour hits Nagoya, causing power outages 2
Sudden, heavy downpours struck Nagoya and the wider Tokai region on Tuesday afternoon, July 28, causing power outages that affected more than 4,300 homes in Aichi and 3,500 in Gifu. RESTRICTIONS AND ... ( read original story ...)
After the quake came the blast: Inside Japan’s shopping mall disaster
By Anton Bridge, Yuka Obayashi and Joseph Campbell KUMAMOTO, Japan, July 29 (Reuters) - Workers in a mall in southern Japan described being thrown to the floor or enveloped in a disorienting cloud of ... ( read original story ...)
At least 13 killed in Japan earthquake as rescuers search for survivors in a ‘race against time’
Multiple people were missing a day after a magnitude-7.1 quake struck Kumamoto prefecture, partially collapsing buildings including a shopping mall and a paper mill. ( read original story ...)
At least 13 killed in Japan earthquake as rescuers race to find others trapped in rubble
Multiple people were missing a day after a magnitude-7.1 quake struck Kumamoto prefecture, partially collapsing buildings including a shopping mall and a paper mill. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Naomi’s Bold Fashion Eases Introverted Nature
Tennis star Osaka Naomi, 29 years old, Japan, who holds the record for the most major tournament wins (4 wins) among Asian players, appeared at the prestigious Wimbledon tournament earlier this month ... ( read original story ...)
‘I Don’t Know Much’ – Naomi Osaka Makes Feelings Known on Alexandra Eala, Leylah Fernandez at DC Open
Naomi Osaka is set to compete against a formidable field, including Alexandra Eala and defending champion Leylah Fernandez, in pursuit of the coveted Mubadala DC Open trophy. Despite the competition, ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka’s bold fashion serves as court armor
Naomi Osaka (29, Japan), a tennis star who holds the record for the most Grand Slam titles (4 wins) among Asian players, appeared at the prestigious Wimbledon tournament earlier this month wearing a ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka: Fashion enthusiasts know me better than tennis fans
The Japanese tennis player is aware that it is crucial to forget bad moments as soon as possible and focus only on positive things. ( read original story ...)