Tokyo will decide this weekend whether to re-elect a governor supported by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s Liberal Democratic Party or pick an opposition-backed challenger, in what will amount to a ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Wins First Match At Wimbledon Since 2018
Former world number one Naomi Osaka claimed her first win at Wimbledon since 2018 on Monday when she recovered from a break down in the final set to defeat Diane Parry of France. ( read original story ...)
‘Relieved’ Naomi Osaka earns first win at Wimbledon since 2018 over Diane Parry
On the eve of her daughter's first birthday, the former world No. 1 marked a new chapter in her comeback story on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Simone Biles headlines Olympic team, says U.S. gymnasts stronger than Tokyo showing
Simone Biles is officially headed to Paris. The gymnastics star was among five women named to Team USA after Olympic trials dominance. She says this version of the squad is stronger than the one from the 2021 Olympics. ( read original story ...)
More American tourists head to Japan as battered yen beckons
American tourists headed for Japan have surged this year, lured by a slump in the value of the yen, which is also driving a massive jump in foreign investor interest in the country's lodgings ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Talks ‘Being Intentional’ About Prioritizing Her Health: ‘It’s About Feeling Strong’ (Exclusive)
Naomi Osaka opens up to PEOPLE about how her perspective on health has changed since taking time away from tennis after welcoming her first child. ( read original story ...)
Bianca Censori enjoys grocery run with stepdaughter North West in Tokyo
Kanye West’s wife, Bianca Censori, was spotted grabbing a few groceries with his daughter North West in Japan on Thursday. Censori was photographed checking out at a FamilyMart store with some goodies –– including a jumbo bottle of water and some snacks –– while North stood next to her. ( read original story ...)
Wimbledon: Naomi Osaka avoids shock loss after coming up big in dramatic finish
Osaka, who didn't play at Wimbledon for a couple of years due to injuries but also pregnancy last year, edged out world No. 53 Diane Pary 6-1 1-6 6-4 to progress into the second round at The ... ( read original story ...)
‘It feels like a dream’: Naomi Osaka wins first Wimbledon match for six years
Whether she has fallen for the grass yet, remains to be seen. Former world No 1 Osaka made a shaky return to the All England Club, as she stumbled through her first round match against France’s Diane ... ( read original story ...)
Watch Wimbledon day one: Raducanu on Centre Court after Alcaraz wins, Osaka into decider
Watch live coverage from day one of Wimbledon, as Emma Raducanu plays on Centre Court following a win for Carlos Alcaraz. ( read original story ...)
Osaka battles past Parry to claim first Wimbledon win since 2018
Click here to find out more info. Adam Pretty/Getty Images WTA Staff After five years away from Wimbledon, former World No.1 Naomi Osaka had to come through a battle before reclaiming her winning ways ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Inspired By Djokovic At Wimbledon Ahead Of Daughter’s Birthday
Naomi Osaka said Sunday she hopes to mark her daughter's first birthday by making a winning return to Wimbledon thanks to a helping hand from Novak Djokovic. ( read original story ...)
How Japan’s priciest mushrooms fuel the global shiitake industry
Forest-grown shiitake mushrooms are expensive and difficult to grow but have a distinct flavor and aroma. Here's how they're cultivated in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan successfully launches an advanced Earth observation satellite on its new flagship H3 rocket
Japan has succesfully deployed an upgraded Earth observation satellite for disaster response and security after it was launched on a new flagship H3 rocket. ( read original story ...)
Japan imposes new fees on Mount Fuji climbers to limit tourists
Park rangers on Japan's sacred Mount Fuji officially started this year's climbing season about 90 minutes before sunrise on Monday, levying new trail fees and limiting hiker numbers to curb ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama investing ~2 billion yuan in Chinese car tyre factory
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., is planning to invest 1,960 million yuan (roughly ¥36.7 billion; £212.8 million; 250.5 million euros; $269.7 million) in the construction of a new passenger car tyre ... ( read original story ...)