I will always play my heart out and hope to continue to grow (as a player)," Kyodo news agency quoted him as saying. The former Genoa and Dinamo Zagreb player has been at Yokohama FC since 2005. Capped 89 times for his country, Miura's 139 goals place him ... ( read original story ...)
Heavy snow strands 430 people overnight on train in Japan
... people were stuck on the train overnight because of heavy snow that blanketed much of the country’s Japan Sea coast. (Suo Takekuma/Kyodo News via AP) Officials decided it was too risky to evacuate all the passengers because of the deep snow and ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese crime boss held in Thailand after ‘yakuza’ tatts go viral
In 2017, Japanese spent more than $4 billion in Thailand, nearly half of all foreign direct investment. Don't miss out on the latest news and information. ( read original story ...)
China, Japan trade accusations after Chinese warship seen near disputed Diaoyu Islands
China and Japan traded accusations on Thursday after a Chinese navy vessel was detected in waters near disputed islands in the East China Sea, adding fresh uncertainty as the two sides try to improve bilateral ties. The development came amid news that ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese Yakuza boss arrested in Thailand after police identify him by his tattoos
Police said Shirai was implicated, along with seven others, in the killing of Kazuhiko Otobe. Japan's Kyodo News service said police in Mie prefecture had obtained an arrest warrant in the 15-year-old case. Shirai and Otobe were members of small rival ... ( read original story ...)
Tattoos lead Thai police to arrest Japanese gang member
Police said Shirai was implicated, along with seven others, in the killing of Kazuhiko Otobe. Japan's Kyodo News service said police in Mie prefecture had obtained an arrest warrant in the 15-year-old case. Shirai and Otobe were members of small rival ... ( read original story ...)
China defends deployment of naval ship to Japan-claimed islands
Top Japanese officials are viewing the situation differently, South Korean news service News 1 reported Thursday. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga told reporters Japan calls on China to "not engage in actions that impede the improvement of bilateral ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Warns China Over Warship and Submarines Sailing Near Contested Waters
... to strongly urge China not to do anything to interfere with improving bilateral ties,” Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said in a news conference Thursday. Trending: What Took so Long? New York City Becomes First Major City to ... ( read original story ...)
50-year-old pro soccer player extends contract for 33rd season
YOKOHAMA, Japan -- One of the longest careers in soccer has been extended after 50-year-old striker Kazuyoshi Miura renewed his contract with second-division J-League club Yokohama FC on Thursday. Miura, who will turn 51 on Feb. 26, will enter his 33rd ... ( read original story ...)
W Hotels Worldwide announces signing of W Osaka, slated to open in 2021
First W in Japan Slated to Open in Osaka, the Country’s Second Largest Metropolis NEW YORK, 2018-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — W is about to rise up in the Land of the Rising Sun. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, today announced the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Promotes Charm Overseas
TOKYO, Jan 11 (Bernama) -- The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) started a campaign on Jan 1 to promote Tokyo's charm overseas and spread the image of the capital city of Japan as a tourist destination worldwide. TMG, in a statement, said the campaign ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Residents Line Up for Quality Award Winning Chinese Rice Bran Oil
TOKYO, Jan. 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Arawana Rice Bran Oil from China made its debut recently in Japan's popular import supermarket "il gusto Dolce Vita", attracting hundreds of shoppers lining up. Arawana announced its entry into the Japanese market with ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama To Sponsor GenRight Off-Road Race Team
GenRight Off Road has a new tire sponsor—last year it was Falken and this year it’s Yokohama. The Simi Valley, California–based GenRight Off Road team will be competing in the 2018 Ultra4 Series. GenRight makes top-notch Jeep parts and accessories ... ( read original story ...)
First W Hotel in Japan to Open 2021 in Osaka
W Osaka will bring 337 guestrooms, including 35 Suites, two WOW Suites and one EWOW Suite (the brand’s take on the Presidential Suite) to the city. The hotel will feature multiple dining and craft cocktail concepts including the WOO Bar and a second bar ... ( read original story ...)
Slammed Pandem Ford Raptor Drops at 2018 Tokyo Auto Salon
Save 83% Off the Newstand Price. Get 12 issues for 10 Dollars SUBSCRIBE TO THE MAGAZINE Automobile offers a rich and varied examination of the automotive universe in all its forms - delivered by our stable of first-class editors and freelance contributors ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Auto Salon 2018 preview – Japan’s premier tuning and aftermarket car show
If the Tokyo motor show is where Japanese manufacturers get a chance to go a little crazy, January’s Tokyo Auto Salon is where the aftermarket takes the idea and runs with it. Like America’s SEMA show, Tokyo Auto Salon is where Japan’s tuning firms ... ( read original story ...)