Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America Inc. (YOHTA) is introducing more than 15 new sizes for its Trelleborg TM1000 ProgressiveTraction tire range. ( read original story ...)
‘Marvels of Saudi Orchestra’ Stuns Tokyo Audiences With Authentic Celebration of Saudi & Japanese Music
The Saudi National Orchestra and Choir was formed in 2019 and began its “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” world tour to share Saudi Arabian musical culture with the world. The Tokyo concert was its fifth, following performances in Paris, Mexico City, New York, and London. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s famous sake joins UNESCO’s cultural heritage list, a boost to brewers and enthusiasts
LUQUE, Paraguay -- Sake is perhaps more Japanese than the world-famous sushi. It's brewed in centuries-old mountaintop warehouses, savored in the country’s pub-like izakayas, poured during weddings ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Proposes 4 Working Days For Workers To Boost Birth Rate
The Governor of Tokyo, the Japan's capital, Yuriko Koike has unveiled plan to introduce a four-day workweek for government workers as part of a nationwide ( read original story ...)
Athletes Unlimited Softball League includes Bandits among team names for 2025 launch
The Athletes Unlimited Softball League has announced that its team names will be the Bandits, Blaze, Talons and Volts. They are not yet affiliated with cities. ( read original story ...)
19 Things To Do In Tokyo For Christmas – Christmas Markets, Giant Trees & Themed Shows
You can kill two birds with one stone and shop for Christmas gifts while sightseeing in the Tokyo Christmas Market at Meiji Jingu Gaien. Partnered up with the German Tourist Association and German Embassy, this market has major “European” feels and cute booths selling decor, gifts, and winter wear. ( read original story ...)
Why Tokyo Ghoul Deserves A Remake
Tokyo Ghoul needs a remake to faithfully adapt its deep story, rich characters, and themes that were rushed in the original anime. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo government to introduce four-day workweek to empower women
The capital is joining a growing number of local governments introducing similar measures to improve working conditions amid a labor shortage. ( read original story ...)
Space superiority is the goal as US Space Forces Japan activates at Tokyo air base
The first commander of U.S. Space Forces Japan, Col. Ryan Laughton, unfurls the unit's flag during an activation ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2024. (Akifumi Ishikawa/Stars and Stripes) ( read original story ...)
Football: Sapporo manager Mihailo Petrovic departs after relegation
Relegated Consadole Sapporo announced the departure of manager Mihailo Petrovic on Wednesday after seven years in charge. ( read original story ...)
Suspected arson in Sapporo leaves four injured
The incident occurred at around 3:20 p.m. in a densely packed area of Susukino lined with multitenant buildings. ( read original story ...)
Asian Champions League Elite: Yokohama F Marinos lead in eastern zone as Al-Hilal top west
League outfit beat Central Coast as other teams squandered chances to book places in the last 16; the situation is clearer in the west. ( read original story ...)
Osaka prosecutor raped by boss in 2018 ‘not alone’ thanks to encouraging messages
A prosecutor who was sexually assaulted by the Osaka District Public Prosecutors Office chief in September 2018 said in an exclusive intervie･･･ ( read original story ...)
“Tragedy has struck” – Naomi Osaka suffers mishap involving Rihanna’s beauty brand; gives amusing glimpse of aftermath
Naomi Osaka recently shared a picture of her shimmer foundation, which had dried, cracked significantly, and scattered. ( read original story ...)
US unveils its mascot ‘Spark’ for World Expo in Osaka
The United States unveiled Tuesday its official mascot for next year's World Expo in the Japanese city of Osaka, with officials ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to propose 4-day work week for government staff in ‘quiet emergency’ parenthood push
PM Shigeru Ishiba has called Japan ’s stubbornly low birth rate a ‘quiet emergency and has pledged policies like flexible working hours. ( read original story ...)