Ministers and other representatives from Japan and 47 African nations have ended a two-day session of a Japan-led conference on Africa's development that was held in Tokyo. Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko co-chaired the ministerial meeting of the ... ( read original story ...)
I’m from Japan, home to some of the world’s longest living people: The No. 1 beverage I drink every day
Growing up in Nara, Japan, surrounded by tea fields, matcha has always been a part of my life. The full aroma and the deep bitter and sweet umami taste of this vivid green tea evokes so much nostalgia ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Space One to launch rocket in Dec. after failed 1st attempt
Japanese private startup Space One Co. said Sunday that it is planning to launch a rocket in December, after its attempt to send a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Petroleum Exploration: Projects Underway To Consume Cash Balances
Significant investments after close of quarter and planned investments in shale oil mean a lot of the ignored cash balances will become consumed. Results remain decent thanks to YoY volume growth this ... ( read original story ...)
French teen Alex Lanier wants to ‘achieve something really huge’ after Japan Open badminton title
YOKOHAMA, Japan – French teenager Alex Lanier captured his first major badminton trophy at the Japan Open on Aug 25, beating experienced Taiwanese shuttler Chou Tien-chen 21-17, 22-20. The 19-year-old ... ( read original story ...)
(SP)JAPAN-YOKOHAMA-BADMINTON OPEN-MIXED DOUBLES-FINAL
(240825) -- YOKOHAMA, Aug. 25, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Winners Jiang Zhenbang (1st L)/Wei Yaxin (2nd L) of China and runners-up Tang Chun Man (1st R)/Tse Ying Suet of China's Hong Kong pose for photos during ... ( read original story ...)
The Pokemon World Championship Has Become So Much More Than A Tournament
With so many activities and attractions for all types of Pokemon fans, the World Championship has grown into something bigger than a tournament. ( read original story ...)
(SP)JAPAN-YOKOHAMA-BADMINTON OPEN-MEN’S DOUBLES-FINAL
(240825) -- YOKOHAMA, Aug. 25, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Kang Min Hyuk (R)/Seo Seung Jae of South Korea compete during the men's doubles final match against Goh Sze Fei/Nur Izzuddin of Malaysia at the Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Announcement of the Official Logo for the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9)
As a result of the selection process following the results of the call for logo design, Ministry of Foreign Affairs has decided the official logo for the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African ... ( read original story ...)
Hollie Arnold feels stronger for the ‘pain and hurt’ of Tokyo bronze
The 30-year-old did little to hide her disappointment when she downgraded the F46 gold she won at Rio 2016 to bronze on a rain-soaked day at the rescheduled Tokyo Games in 2021. Arnold, who is ... ( read original story ...)
LA mayor Karen Bass ripped as ‘disrespectful’ for replacing Asian art in city hall with Olympic flags
Members of the local Korean and Japanese communities are criticizing Los Angeles city leaders for replacing diplomatic artifacts in City Hall with 2028 Olympics Games flags. ( read original story ...)
Japan to expand nursing care robot introduction support
The government is working to reduce the burden on care staff while maintaining the quality of care services by utilizing robots. ( read original story ...)
LA leaders called ‘disrespectful’ for replacing Asian art in city hall with Olympic flags
Members of the local Korean and Japanese communities are criticizing Los Angeles city leaders for replacing diplomatic artifacts in City Hall with 2028 Olympics Games flags. ( read original story ...)
How The Trans-Siberian Railway’s Tokyo Route Would Actually Work
Hints of the railway's expansion to connect to Japan have generated a great deal of press attention and intrigue. ( read original story ...)
Five of the worst stations in Tokyo
Japan is famous for its world-class public railways. From ultra-high-speed shinkansen (bullet trains) to reliable local services, Japan’s trains are celebrated for good reason. As the nation’s capital ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka’s confidence boosted by nostalgic return to New York
For Naomi Osaka, returning to the U.S. Open is all about rekindling some childhood nostalgia rather than going back to the scene of her success, the Japanese player said on Saturday. ( read original story ...)