A Philippine official says U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to visit the Philippines, the first stop in his first trip to Asia next week, for talks that will include increasing ... ( read original story ...)
Japan host talks with China and South Korea
Foreign ministers from Japan and its two neighboring Asian powers China and South Korea held a meeting Saturday to seek common ground on areas like low birth rates, natural disasters and cultural ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, China and South Korea, meet at a geopolitical ‘turning point in history’
The top diplomats from Japan, China and South Korea met in Tokyo on Saturday as the East Asian neighbours seek common ground on regional security and economic issues amid growing geopolitical ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka’s kabuki fan culture fueled an elusive figure of the ukiyo-e scene
In his new book, John Fiorillo partly lifts the veil on Shunbaisai Hokuei, who dominated the ukiyo-e art world in the Kamigata region during the early 19th century. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka reveals small issue she, Patrick Mouratoglou had early in partnership
Naomi Osaka reveals the early days of her partnership with Patrick Mouratoglou were "a bit hard" - not because they didn't understand each other, but because they were both introverted and needed some ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, China and South Korea foreign ministers meet in Tokyo
From left to right: South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya at the start of their meeting at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Series featuring Ohtani delivers record-breaking event for MLB
Major League Baseball on Friday called this week's Tokyo Series between Japanese standout Shohei Ohtani's World Series champions Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs the largest standalone international event in its history. ( read original story ...)
Japan, China, South Korea foreign ministers meet in Tokyo
Japan, China and South Korea's top diplomats hold talks in Tokyo on Saturday, aiming to bolster cooperation at a time when US trade tariffs are looming over the region. ( read original story ...)
Fanatics says it had $40 million in Tokyo Series sales, higher than all major sporting events
Japan's rapidly growing interest in MLB helped Fanatics sell more merchandise than it does for events like the World Series ( read original story ...)
When is 2025 MLB Opening Day? Tokyo Series, matchups, start times, probable starting pitchers
As teams continue to prepare for the start of the 2025 MLB season, below is everything you need to know about Opening Day for all 30 clubs. The 2025 MLB season begins on Tuesday, March 18 and Wednesday, ( read original story ...)
U.S. mulls expanding military ties with Japan despite Trump’s criticism
President Trump has complained the U.S.-Japan defense partnership is one-sided, but with China throwing its weight around, Tokyo is hoping for even more support. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya-skipping
Stories in Nagoya-skipping tag. ( read original story ...)
How Yokohama Tire is Addressing Commercial Tire Market Challenges
Yokohama commercial tire market outlook from Dan Funkhouser, including trends, tariffs, and new fuel-efficient products. ( read original story ...)
U.S. mulls expanding military ties with Japan despite Trump’s criticism of the alliance
President Trump has complained the U.S.-Japan defense partnership is one-sided, but with China throwing its weight around, Tokyo is hoping for even more support. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s leader calls for finding common ground ahead of key meeting with China and South Korea
Japan’s prime minister has urged foreign ministers from China, South Korea and Japan to focus on finding common ground ahead of a key joint meeting of the three Asian power houses. ( read original story ...)
Japan becomes first country to qualify for 2026 men’s World Cup
Japan became the first country to qualify for the 2026 men’s World Cup after it beat Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium on Thursday. ( read original story ...)