You’re probably also aware of the impact that four-time Grand Slam tennis champion Naomi Osaka has had on mental health awareness after speaking out about the matter forcefully and consistently over ... ( read original story ...)
Japan LGBTQ Bill Faces Ruling Party Roadblocks, Lawmaker Says
Forces within Japan’s conservative ruling party are blocking a bill to promote understanding of LGBTQ issues despite pressure to show progress ahead of the country hosting the G-7 summit in May, a ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-breeder in Tokyo arrested for neglecting 10 dogs
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- A 46-year-old former dog breeder in western Tokyo has been arrested for alleged neglect of 10 dogs, police said Wednesday, noting that the number of animals he was taking care of at ... ( read original story ...)
7 Tokyo restaurants named in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023 list
A few months after the release of the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2023, we're back with another definitive roundup of some of the most incredible restaurants in Asia. This time, we're covering the Asia's 50 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM’s wife to visit White House in April to meet Jill Biden – TBS
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's wife, Yuko Kishida, is planning to visit to Washington in April to meet U.S. first lady Jill Biden, broadcaster TBS reported on Wednesday, citing Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
A Black And Asian Student In Japan Wasn’t Allowed To Participate In His Graduation Due To His Cornrows
A half-Black and Japanese student living in Japan had to sit alone at his graduation ceremony because his hairstyle was a violation of rules. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shares an update as to when she’ll return to tennis
Naomi Osaka is expecting her first child. The revered tennis player shared news of her pregnancy in January, taking a break from professional tennis. When asked about the sport, Osaka made it clear ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka update delights tennis fans amid doubts surrounding future
Naomi Osaka has announced she is eager for a tennis return after taking time away from the sport as she expects the birth of her first child. Earlier this year, Osaka caused an almighty stir when she ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka backs herself to return and win a Grand Slam
Naomi Osaka has made it clear that she intends to return to tennis after she gives birth to her first child. Speculation had swirled surrounding the Japan star after she announced her pregnancy. Osaka ... ( read original story ...)
Lawmakers Rebuke Biden for Bypassing Congress in Deal With Japan
The Democratic lawmakers called the Biden administration’s limited trade deal “unacceptable,” saying it should have been made available to Congress and the public for review. ( read original story ...)
Emily Ratajkowski spends quality time with her son in Tokyo after Harry Styles smooch
Model Emily Ratajkowski was spotted passionately kissing Harry Styles in Tokyo just days before she spent some quality time with her son, Sylvester, in the Japanese capital Want all the latest Showbiz news direct to your inbox? Share your email for news ... ( read original story ...)
Microsoft’s Activision deal will not harm competition -Japan watchdog
Japan's antitrust watchdog said on Tuesday it did not expect a merger between Microsoft Corp and Activision Blizzard to stifle competition, helping clear the way for the Xbox maker's $69 billion acquisition of the "Call of Duty" creator. ( read original story ...)
U.S., Japan strike trade deal on electric vehicle battery minerals
The United States and Japan on Tuesday announced a trade deal on electric vehicle battery minerals that is key to strengthening their battery supply chains and granting Japanese automakers wider access to the new $7, ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka confirms plans to return to tennis after she has had her first child
Four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka has confirmed she does plan to return to tennis after giving birth to her first child. Osaka announced she was pregnant back in January after pulling out of the ... ( read original story ...)
Richmond’s Stone Brewing facility to start producing Sapporo, expanding, doubling workforce
Stone Brewing Co. anticipates that before the end of the year it will be making Sapporo at its Richmond brewery, including all of the Japanese brand’s U.S. products plus the iconic 22 ounce ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Business Events Website Redesign: Discover Yokohama in the Here and Now With Technical-Visits* and New Videos!
YOKOHAMA, Japan, March 28, 2023--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Yokohama Convention & Visitors Bureau (YCVB) website is an important point of contact for convention organizers and incentive-travel planners in ... ( read original story ...)