Sweltering conditions could pose a threat to both athletes and spectators at the 2020 Olympic Games in Japan, according to Australian team officials, who are already warning athletes to prepare for ex... ( read original story ...)
A slice of Japan: Tokyo’s pizza makers
But now some of the world's tastiest pizza is being made in Tokyo, Japan. Tsubasa Tamaki is a pizza maker who has never set foot in Italy. "Of course, I would like to visit Italy," said Tamaki. "But i... ( read original story ...)
TOKYO | Molina, Realmuto homer to lead MLB All-Stars to win in Japan
TOKYO— Yadier Molina and J.T. Realmuto both homered on Sunday to lead the MLB All-Stars to a 7-3 win over Japan for their first win of the six-game exhibition series. Realmuto hit a solo homer to righ... ( read original story ...)
Unconventional Tokyo music school named among world’s best new buildings
CNN Style is the international digital news partner for the RIBA International Prize. Over the coming weeks we will be profiling the four finalists for the 2018 award. Tasked with designing a music sc... ( read original story ...)
Japan TV cancels show of K-pop’s BTS over atom bomb t-shirt furor
TOKYO (Reuters) - A Japanese TV station said it had canceled a Friday television show with South Korean boy band BTS after news one member had worn a t-shirt that sparked anger on social media and ... ( read original story ...)
“Amanda” Wins Tokyo Grand Prix at 31st Tokyo International Film Festival
Official Website: 31st Tokyo International Film Festival: https://2018.tiff-jp.net/en/ View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/amanda-wins-tokyo-grand-prix-at-31st-tokyo-internat... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka headed for big money with Japan, global appeal
TOKYO — Naomi Osaka used a powerful forehand and a matching serve to win the U.S. Open against Serena Williams two months ago, soaring as high as No. 4 this season in the WTA tennis rankings. Off the ... ( read original story ...)
Pricier Ice Cream in Japan Is Sweet News for Investors and BOJ
It’s not quite a sugar rush, but a plan to raise ice cream prices in Japan is boosting hopes for investors in food company stocks, and may satisfy the cravings of government officials. “The decision b... ( read original story ...)
Raising the roof on 2020 Tokyo Olympics gymnastics venue
TOKYO (AP) -- Attention Simone Biles: They're building a venue in Tokyo where you can add to the four Olympic gold medals you won as a star in Rio de Janeiro. The new Tokyo 2020 Olympic gymnastics ven... ( read original story ...)
Olympics: Roof raised at Tokyo 2020 gymnastics venue
TOKYO (Reuters) - The second section of the timber roof at the Olympics Gymnastics Center in Tokyo was raised on Wednesday, marking the halfway point of the construction of the temporary venue. The ro... ( read original story ...)
TOKYO | Asian shares waver as US midterm vote yields mixed outcome
TOKYO — Asian shares erased earlier gains to close mostly lower Wednesday, with the Democrats looking set to regain a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives, complicating President Donald Trump ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya makes a play for Thai tourists
The airport’s campaign “Next Landing Nagoya” is designed to promote various tourist attractions to which tourists can easily travel from Nagoya such as Shirakawago World Heritage Village, Gero Onsen, ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka immigration facility locked 17 detainees in room for six ‘to keep order’
OSAKA – The Osaka Regional Immigration Bureau locked 17 foreign detainees in a room for six people for about 24 hours after they acted aggressively, officials said Monday. The measure was taken in Jun... ( read original story ...)
New Size for Yokohama Y69K™ L-5S
Yokohama Tire’s Y69K ™ L-5S tire is engineered for the toughest jobs and perfect for loaders, underground vehicles and dozers. It now comes in a new size–35/65-33–with a CP-S (special cut resistance) ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka immigration facility locked 17 unruly detainees in room designed to hold six ‘to keep order’
OSAKA – The Osaka Regional Immigration Bureau locked 17 foreign detainees in a room for six people for about 24 hours after they acted violently, officials said Monday. The measure was taken in June a... ( read original story ...)
TOKYO | Mayweather to fight Japanese kickboxer Nasukawa in December
TOKYO — Floyd Mayweather is planning on fighting Japanese ... The 20-year-old Nasukawa, speaking at a news conference alongside Mayweather, called it “probably the biggest event of my life so far.” He ... ( read original story ...)