A Lamborghini fitted with Yokohama tires won the GT300 class in the 2023 Super GT finale, the fourth victory with Advan tires this year. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Shares Fierce Training Footage and Fans Are So Excited for the Tennis Champ’s Return
N aomi Osaka is busy training for the next pro tennis season, and fans couldn’t be more excited for the 26-year-old’s return to the courts. ( read original story ...)
“WTA Girlies Should be Scared”: Fans Excited To See Former US Open Winner Naomi Osaka Practicing Ahead of Return
Naomi Osaka shared a video of her practicing ahead of her comeback at the Brisbane International 2024 competition. ( read original story ...)
Tsunami warnings issued for Japan, Philippines after earthquake off island of Mindanao
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the island of Mindanao in the Philippines on Saturday, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre said, and tsunamis were expected to hit the Philippines and Japan. ( read original story ...)
‘Looks Very Much on Track’ – Optimism Clouds Tennis Community as Naomi Osaka’s Practice Glimpse Raises Hopes for a Big 2024 Season
The tennis world has been enthralled by Rafael Nadal‘s incredible comeback, and now that Naomi Osaka is also ready to return, the excitement has doubled. Not only is the tennis community thrilled that ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Receives Help From Familiar Corner in Nick Kyrgios as She Takes Comeback Seriously With Intense Training Session
A lot has changed since we last saw Naomi Osaka in action. The Japanese tennis star last played at the Toray Pan Pacific Open in September 2022. Since then, she has given birth to her first child and ... ( read original story ...)
Unusual Names Can Complicate Life in Japan. Now Parents Are Being Reined In.
As such names have increased, so has media attention to cases of people unhappy with them. But critics say new rules may infringe on the right to be creative. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Shows True Character With an Unexpected Gesture for a Die-Hard Fan
In a recent turn of events, Japanese tennis sensation, Naomi Osaka reacted to a fan’s heartwarming comment. After a long hiatus, Osaka just confirmed that she is back in the tennis circuit. She will ... ( read original story ...)
‘I’m an alcoholic’: Ex-idol of Japan group Tokio now lectures on addiction
NAGOYA -- "I'm an alcoholic," confessed Tatsuya Yamaguchi, a former member of the popular all-male idol group Tokio, who now gives lectures on alcohol・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Sales of feudal-era weapon heat up in Japan after store uses it to thwart robbery
A Japanese weapon that traces its roots to the 1600s is gaining new interest after a jewelry store employee successfully used it to prevent a robbery last weekend. The incident: Robbers on a motorcycle pulled up in front of the store, ( read original story ...)
‘The Girls Should Be Petrified’ – Naomi Osaka’s Latest Act Erupts Tennis Fans as Hype Around Her Comeback Reaches New Heights
From Coco Gauff to Elena Rybakina, the tennis world is currently witnessing the journeys of many young players rising to the top. Despite enjoying the action that these players showcase on the court, ... ( read original story ...)
Osprey aircraft in Japan grounded by Air Force in wake of deadly accident
The Air Force grounded a set of Osprey aircraft after one of those planes crashed in waters off Japan earlier this week, killing one and leaving seven still missing, officials said Friday. ( read original story ...)
U.S. limits some Osprey flights in Japan, continues others- Pentagon
The U.S. military unit which had a V-22 Osprey aircraft crash off the coast of Japan is not carrying out operations but other aircraft will continue to fly after undergoing safety checks, the Pentagon ... ( read original story ...)
7 downed airmen’s locations unknown days after Osprey crash near Japan
Several military and civilian search-and-rescue units are scouring the water and coastline around the island of Yakushima, Japan. ( read original story ...)
Remains of one airman aboard Osprey that crashed in Japan recovered, Air Force says
The remains of one airman who was aboard the Air Force CV-22B Osprey that crashed off the coast of Yakushima Island, Japan, on Wednesday have been recovered, the Air Force said Friday. ( read original story ...)
World’s biggest experimental nuclear fusion reactor launched in Japan
Joint project with EU involves more than 500 scientists and engineers and more than 70 companies ( read original story ...)