TOKYO (Reuters) - World number one Naomi Osaka has agreed a deal with Nike, the sports apparel giant has announced. The Japanese, who had previously been tied to rival Adidas, will first wear Nike ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Switches Course, Inks Nike Endorsement Deal
Osaka signed with the Oregon-based company, making it official April 4. She passed on other offers, according to Japanese press, that included Uniqlo, making the Nike agreement work. Announcing the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo court approves Ghosn’s detention until April 14, lawyer to appeal
TOKYO (Reuters) - The Tokyo District Court on Friday said it had approved a request by prosecutors to detain ousted Nissan Motor Co Chairman Carlos Ghosn for 10 days, a move the executive’s ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: Tokyo detention centre confirms Ghosn is inside
A Tokyo detention centre has confirmed that former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn has been already detained inside the facility following arrest over his latest allegations. Tokyo Detention House ... ( read original story ...)
New Course Set for 9th Osaka Marathon
Summary guidelines for Osaka Marathon applications are available below. Well, unlike many news organisations, we have no sponsors, no corporate or ideological interests. We don't put up a paywall – we ... ( read original story ...)
Former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn arrested again in Tokyo
Tokyo prosecutors say the latest arrest of former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn was based on suspicion he diverted $5 million US from funds that were being relayed from a Nissan subsidiary to an ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Launches the New GEOLANDAR X-CV
Yokohama has announced the launch of its new GEOLANDER X-CV, its next-level tire specifically created for the growing luxury SUV/crossover market. In a release by the company, Yokohama says that it ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo prosecutors reportedly arrested former Nissan chief Ghosn for fourth time
Ghosn was first arrested in Tokyo in November and faces charges of financial misconduct ... calling them "meritless" and saying he was the victim of a boardroom coup. Got a confidential news tip? We ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s research whaling draws to a close after 30-year struggle, country to resume commercial whaling
Japan’s research whaling fleet led by the Nisshin Maru, an 8,145-ton vessel that has engaged in research whaling in the Antarctic Ocean for nearly 30 years, returned to Shimonoseki Port, Yamaguchi ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Matsumura snaps Kevin Koe’s 24-match win streak
The teams shook hands after the minimum six ends. The result moved Japan into sole possession of first place at 7-1 after 12 draws. Canada fell into a three-way tie with Switzerland's Peter De Cruz ... ( read original story ...)
Colt Data Centre Services Acquires New Site in Osaka
LONDON, April 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Colt Data Centre Services (Colt DCS), a leading carrier neutral data centre operator, today announces its latest site acquisition in Osaka, Japan. The Osaka site ... ( read original story ...)
Japan names era for incoming emperor Naruhito
(Anthony Trotter/ABC News) Miki and Keiko, two Japanese students, didn't particularly love the new era name. Miki and Keiko, high school students, said they didn't really understand what Reiwa meant. ( read original story ...)
Delta Launches New Flights to Seul and Osaka
Delta is bringing customers more options for travel across the Pacific with direct service launching today connecting Minneapolis/St. Paul with Seoul, South Korea, and Seattle with Osaka, Japan. The ... ( read original story ...)
Canada learns of Olympic rugby sevens qualifying schedule for Tokyo Games
The road to the Tokyo Olympics will likely take the Canadian men's rugby sevens team to the Cayman Islands in July for a North American qualifying tournament. And the regional qualifier looks to be ... ( read original story ...)
Hilton Sapporo Park Set to Open in 2023
Hilton today announced that the company entered into a franchise agreement with GRANVISTA Hotels & Resorts Co., Ltd. to open Hilton Sapporo Park in 2023 as a part of reconstruction project for the ... ( read original story ...)
Simona Halep closes on world number one Naomi Osaka
PARIS: Simona Halep cut the gap to world number one Naomi Osaka in the WTA rankings on Monday after the Romanian made the semi-finals at the Miami Open last week. French Open champion Halep ... ( read original story ...)