Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer is about to start his first game for his new team — the Yokohama BayStars. Bauer was shunned by Major League Baseball after claims of domestic violence and sexual ... ( read original story ...)
Mega Man Merchandise Pop Up Shop Will Appear in Japan in May
A new Mega Man pop up shop with merchandise will appear in Marui City Yokohama from May 13-22, 2023. Original goods from the Mega Man series will be available for sale. The lineup includes graphic ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya Grampus vs Vissel Kobe Prediction: Guests Are Nearly Unstoppable
The J1 League resumes with Nagoya Grampus clashing with Vissel Kobe in another fascinating league bluster. The guests who enjoy a dapper momentum of victory, look to prove pundits wrong and send the ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-MLB ace Trevor Bauer called ‘disrespectful’ by new teammate
Trevor Bauer has joined the Yokohama BayStars minor league team after failing to sign with an MLB team following his suspension. ( read original story ...)
Rahm Emanuel faces pushback in Japan for pushing ‘LGBTQ ideology’
Japanese journalist Masako Ganaha tells the U.S. ambassador to 'fix Chicago before ruining my country' as Japan considers anti-discrimination legislation ahead of hosting the G7. ( read original story ...)
Column: Asia’s LNG imports slip as soft China, Japan outweigh stronger India
Asia's imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) fell in April as major buyers China and Japan trimmed purchases, offsetting small gains among South Asian countries. ( read original story ...)
Variety of rare clay figures found at ancient tomb in Osaka
In a rare find, researchers unearthed various “haniwa” (clay figures) in the shapes of humans, animals and houses from a newly discovered kofun burial mound dating to the late fifth century here. ( read original story ...)
10 million yen uncovered at Sapporo recycling facility goes to city after no owner found
Ownership of 10 million yen (about $73,000) in cash that was found at a recycling center in this city's Kita Ward has been transferred to t・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to ban upskirting in stronger sex crime laws
Lawmakers are introducing Japan's first laws against taking sexually exploitative photos or videos of others without consent. The bill against "photo voyeurism" would prohibit acts such as upskirting ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to ban upskirting in sweeping sex crime reforms
Lawmakers are introducing Japan's first laws against taking sexually exploitative photos or videos of others without consent. The bill against "photo voyeurism" would prohibit acts such as upskirting ... ( read original story ...)
10 million yen uncovered at Sapporo garbage facility goes to city after no owner found
Ownership of 10 million yen (about $73,000) in cash that was found at a garbage disposal site in this city's Kita Ward has been transferred・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Unsigned in major leagues, Bauer gets big welcome in Japan
Bauer was unwanted this season by major league teams — at least no club signed him though he was eligible to play — after claims of domestic violence and sexual assault. However, he's a baseball celebrity in this famous port city in Japan, with few questions asked about his past — and his answers readily ...
Chinese electric vehicle brands expand to global markets
BYD Auto is part of a wave of Chinese electric car exporters that are starting to compete with Western and Japanese brands in their home markets. They bring fast-developing technology and low prices that Tesla Inc. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Mitsui FY 2022/23 net profit up 24% on higher energy prices
Japan's Mitsui & Co Ltd posted a 24% increase in 2022/23 net profit to record 1.1 trillion yen ($8 billion) on Tuesday, boosted by high energy prices, but warned the current fiscal year results could be weaker amid lower commodity prices. ( read original story ...)
Wild Knights GM sees changing focus for Japan recruitment
Rugby union competitions around the world are bracing for a possible exodus of top players to Japan after the World Cup in France later this year. In England and Wales, where some clubs are cash-strapped and players face an uncertain future, ( read original story ...)
Japan, South Korea hold first finance leaders’ meeting in seven years
The resumption of bilateral financial discussions precedes Japanese PM Fumio Kishida's visit to South Korea next week for talks with President Yoon Suk Yeol. ( read original story ...)