1962: Japan’s cherry blossoms

Trevor Philpott reports from Osaka, Japan, on the traditional Spring outing, taken by the Japanese, to admire the cherry blossom trees. ( read original story ...)

Japan’s mail fees to rise for first time in 30 years

People across Japan will soon be facing another price hike, with mail fees in the country set to rise for the first time in 30 years. Japan Post submitted the plan for the increase to the communications ministry on Thursday. Starting from October ... ( read original story ...)

Love By Law! Tokyo Unveils Controversial Dating App To Boost Marriages

In a groundbreaking move, the Tokyo government is introducing an official dating app to tackle Japan’s declining marriage and childbirth rates. This initiative aims to provide a gentle push to the nearly 70% of people who want to get married but aren’t actively participating in dating events or using apps, according to Vice. ( read ...

Osaka powers into last-eight of Wimbledon warm-up

Former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka blasted her way into the quarterfinals of the 's-Hertogenbosch grass-court tournament on Wednesday with a rapid-fire straight sets victory as she tunes up for Wimbledon. ( read original story ...)

Osaka sets up Andreescu showdown

Naomi Osaka will play Bianca Andreescu in the Libema Open quarter-finals after a commanding straight-sets victory over Suzan Lamens. The four-time major winner took just 54 minutes to wrap up a 6-2 ... ( read original story ...)