Rising Ukrainian star Aonishiki continued to thrill fans at the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament on Friday as he held onto a share of th ... ( read original story ...)
I Just Found the Style Formulas Tokyo’s Chicest Women Follow—and Yes, I Took Notes
Not quite sure what to wear in Tokyo when you start prepping for your flight? Check out the chicest Tokyo outfits to draw inspiration for your packing list. ( read original story ...)
Tradition meets AI in Nishijinori weaving style from Japan’s ancient capital
Nishijinori, the intricate weaving technique for kimonos that dates back more than a thousand years in Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto, is getting a high-tech collaborator: artificial intelligence. The revered colorful weaving style associated with “The Tale of Genji” of the 11th-century Heian era, ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Kotoshoho upsets Onosato, stays joint leader with Aonishiki
Joint overnight leader Kotoshoho stunned yokozuna Onosato at the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament on Friday to remain tied for first pla ... ( read original story ...)
Fitzgerald aims for Tokyo after breaking Budd’s record
Innes Fitzgerald aims to make the 5,000m at the World Athletics Championships after breaking the Zola Budd's 40-year-old European Under-20 record. ( read original story ...)
Supachok, Poramet ready to play a role in King’s Cup
Japan-based stars Supachok Sarachat and Poramet Arjvirai have confirmed that they will be available for selection for the Thai national team for the 51st King's Cup football tournament in ... ( read original story ...)
Raducanu beats Osaka in straight sets to reach Washington quarters
Emma Raducanu beat four-times Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka 6-4 6-2 in their first career meeting to reach the quarter-finals of the Washington Open on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Takeaways: Raducanu defeats Osaka in D.C. showdown of former Slam champions
A first-time meeting between two former major champions in the Mubadala Citi DC Open second round saw Emma Raducanu drop just six games to Naomi Osaka to reach her third quarterfinal of 2025. ( read original story ...)
Emma Raducanu shuts down ‘narcissistic’ comment and changes tune after Naomi Osaka win
Emma Raducanu has been rediscovering her best form in recent months, and it’s showing. The British No. 3 beat four-time Major winner Naomi Osaka in a highly-anticipated match to reach the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan says profits from US investments in trade deal to be shared according to contributions
Japan's government said on Friday that profits from a $550 billion investment package agreed in this week's tariff deal with the U.S. would be split between Japan and the U.S. according to the degree ... ( read original story ...)
YouTube generation propels Japan’s anti-foreigner politics into the mainstream
Yuta Kato is increasingly annoyed by foreigners ignorant of Japan's social etiquette, whether that involves blocking the streets near his work in Tokyo's upscale Ginza district or distracting ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s tournament struggles continue with DC Open early exit
Naomi Osaka ’s path back to Grand Slam glory has hit yet another roadblock. The two-time US Open champion fell short in the second round of the DC Open to Britain’s Emma Raducanu in straight sets, with her 4-6, 2-6 finish marking the latest in a string of disappointing WTA tournament losses. ( read original ...
Tokyo Kaikan 1Q Parent Net Y293.00M Vs Net Y309.00M
Japan 1st Quarter Ended June 30 PARENT 2025 2024 Revenue Y4.07 bln Y3.86 bln Operating Profit Y403.00 mln Y405.00 mln Pretax Profit Y441.00 mln Y414.00 mln Net Profit Y293.00 mln Y309.00 mln Per share ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Inflation Signals Easing Cost Pressure Ahead of BOJ Meeting
Consumer inflation in the Tokyo metropolitan area eased slightly in July, but stubbornly high food prices continue to strain household budgets. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Inflation Slows While Staying Well Above BOJ’s Target
The cost of living in Tokyo cooled for a second month on the back of some temporary factors even as food inflation stayed hot, keeping pressure on Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba after voter frustration ... ( read original story ...)
Core inflation in Japan’s capital stays above BOJ target in July
Core consumer inflation in Japan's capital stayed well above the central bank's 2% target in July, data showed on Friday, adding to renewed market expectations for another interest rate hike this year ... ( read original story ...)