James Kuffner, a former Google executive recruited eight years ago to help run a Toyota innovation hub in Japan, brought a radical idea with him for his new colleagues: wear what you like at work. ( read original story ...)
‘What nerve’: LDP fundraising party plans in Yokohama draw criticism after scandal
The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)'s Yokohama branch association is preparing to hold a fundraising party in July on the heels of a slush ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Starbucks Reserve Features A Unique Top-Floor Experience
Starbucks has put in a lot of work to offer unique experiences around the world, and few are as impressive as what you'll find in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Andreescu’s honesty on her win against Osaka: “It was just my day”
The Canadian defeated Naomi Osaka in the quarterfinals in 's-Hertogenbosch ( read original story ...)
Flesh-Eating Bacteria That Can Kill in Two Days Spreads in Japan
A disease caused by a rare “flesh-eating bacteria” that can kill people within 48 hours is spreading in Japan after the country relaxed Covid-era restrictions. ( read original story ...)
Newly-Built Tokyo Apartments to Be Torn Down for Blocking Views of Mt. Fuji
A newly constructed residential building in suburban Tokyo will be pulled down after incensed locals complained the structure blocked their Mt. Fuji views. ( read original story ...)
Bianca Beats Osaka, Bronny Works Out, and AI Against Abuse: Sports Night Sizzle
In recent sports news, Bianca Andreescu defeated Naomi Osaka in the Libema Open quarterfinals. Jeff Van Gundy may join the Celtics or Clippers as an assistant coach. Bronny James worked out with the Lakers, ( read original story ...)
B.League: Kiefer Ravena signs with Yokohama B-Corsairs
The Yokohama B-Corsairs will continue to have Filipino blood injected into its lineup in the upcoming 2024-25 Japan B.League season. But no, it’s not in the form of Kai Sotto. This time, it will be ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shares big goal of hers amid outstanding return to grass courts
Naomi Osaka has a goal she would like to achieve in the upcoming period as the former world No. 1 hopes to finally win her first title on the fastest tennis surface during this year's grass season. ( read original story ...)
Japan says its Ospreys will keep flying unrestricted despite US qualms
Japan's defense chief said Friday that Japanese and American V-22 Ospreys are being safely operated in his country. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Osaka, Nishikori confirmed for Paris Games
Japan's Naomi Osaka and Kei Nishikori will compete at this year's Olympic Games in Paris, the Japan Tennis Association has announced. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama TWS year focused on customer productivity
Yokohama TWS recently marked its one-year anniversary since YRC acquired and renamed it Trelleborg Wheel Systems. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Out Of Wimbledon Warm-up After Losing Thriller
Hertogenbosch grass-court tournament in a deciding tie-break thriller Friday, ending an encouraging run on the surface ahead of Wimbledon. ( read original story ...)
New Bone-In Sausage-Flavored Potato Chips by Calbee Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort
Tokyo Disney Resort and Calbee, Inc. have created new flavored potato chips inspired by the theme parks’ classic bone-in sausage snack. Calbee Bone-In Sausage-Flavored Potato Chips – ¥1,000 The potato ... ( read original story ...)
Kanye West’s Wife Bianca Censori Gets Cheeky in Risqué Leotard During Tokyo Date Night
Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori have already left Italy in the dust, but she sure didn't leave her barely-there one-pieces behind. The couple traded in the European country for Japan this week, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Government to Launch Dating App as Japan Fights Population Crisis
In the Japanese capital Tokyo, officials are trying a new but odd tack. They are launching a government-run AI-dating app as Japan fights tumbling birth rates, which have hit another record low. The ... ( read original story ...)