Naomi Osaka is set to compete in the 2024 Abu Dhabi Open. As an unseeded player, she has been given a challenging draw and may potentially face the top seed, Elena Rybakina, in the second round if she ... ( read original story ...)
TSMC to Build Second Japan Chip Factory, Raising Investment to $20 Billion
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC said on Tuesday it will build a second Japanese plant to begin operation by the end of 2027, bringing total investment in its Japan venture to more than $20 ... ( read original story ...)
Ukraine-born Miss Japan returns title after revelations about affair
Karolina Shiino had already caused controversy when she became first European-born woman to win title ... ( read original story ...)
Ukrainian-born Miss Japan gives up her title after an article about her affair with a married man
The Ukrainian-born winner of this year’s Miss Japan beauty pageant says she has renounced her title after a magazine published an article about her affair with a married man. ( read original story ...)
Karolina Shiino: Ukraine-born Miss Japan gives up crown following affair
The Ukraine-born winner of the Miss Japan beauty pageant has given up her crown after a tabloid report revealed her affair with a married man. Karolina Shiino, 26, was crowned Miss Japan two weeks ago ... ( read original story ...)
Ukrainian-born Miss Japan relinquishes crown following alleged affair
Model Karolina Shiino, who sparked debate in Japan by winning a national beauty pageant, has relinquished her title just two weeks after being crowned. ( read original story ...)
Japan game maker Nintendo reports solid profit on a jump in Super Mario sales
Nintendo has reported healthy sales and profits on the back of the hit “Super Mario Bros. Wonder” game, prompting the Japanese video game maker to raise its full fiscal year forecasts. ( read original story ...)
Easy Japanese news in translation: Sapporo Snow Festival
The Sapporo Snow Festival started on February 4 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Five large snow statues taller than 10 meters of manga characters and others are ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber now applying its proprietary “E+” mark on truck and bus tires
Yokohama Rubber is applying its “E+” mark only to its tires that feature technologies that meet the unique needs of electrified vehicles. For example, the tires must have the strength to withstand the ... ( read original story ...)
“I am aware of my abilities,” Naomi Osaka expresses self-assurance as she is driven to compete against Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff.
Naomi Osaka’s return to the tennis court has been inconsistent thus far. The Japanese tennis star was once a dominant force in the WTA tour, regularly clinching titles and striking fear into her ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo slows as season’s first snowfall blankets metro area
YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan — The first big snowfall of the season dumped nearly 3 inches of precipitation across Tokyo, including at this air base, the headquarters of U.S. Forces Japan an hour from the city center. Commuter rail lines from the western edge ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Shares Fall, Even As Toyota Jumps On Record Earnings
Tokyo stocks dropped on Tuesday following falls on Wall Street, even as automaker Toyota soared ... Already a Barron's subscriber? Sign In ( read original story ...)
Miss Japan steps down after tabloid exposes affair
T he Ukraine-born winner of the Miss Japan beauty pageant has given up her crown after a tabloid report revealed her affair with a married man. Karolina Shiino, 26, was crowned Mi ... ( read original story ...)
Messi speaks in Tokyo. Here is what he said about his injury, status for game Wednesday
Lionel Messi said he has discomfort in his hip adductor and he is unsure if he can play against Vissel Kobe on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan extends subsidies to downturn-hit Kioxia, Western Digital
Japan's industry ministry said on Tuesday it would extend subsidies worth as much as 242.9 billion yen ($1.64 billion) for Bain Capital-backed Kioxia and Western Digital to expand memory chip ... ( read original story ...)
“I aspire to be victorious at Roland Garros and Wimbledon,” Naomi Osaka discusses her battle with anxiety while focusing on two prominent Grand Slam tournaments in 2024.
Naomi Osaka is targeting victory at the French Open and Wimbledon in her return season. The Japanese tennis player, who took a 15-month hiatus after becoming a mother, is currently struggling to find ... ( read original story ...)