Naomi Osaka’s coach Wim Fisette says it is “just a matter of time” before the former world No. 1 has a “big success” this year – and thinks she can win more Grand Slam titles. Osaka made her return at ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo shares end down on profit-taking
Tokyo stocks fell on Wednesday on profit-taking while investors digested Toyota's cautious earnings outlook. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index gave up 1.63 percent, or 632.73 points, to 38,202.37, while ... ( read original story ...)
Paris Olympics: gold medallist Ahmed Hafnaoui, who won 400m freestyle in Tokyo, to skip Games in France
The 21-year-old had declined to resume training in the United States where he was previously based but neither he nor Tunisian Olympic Committee provided details. ( read original story ...)
Recommendations for an ultimate tech adventure in Tokyo
Keep an eye out for limited-edition figurines and one-of-a-kind tech accessories hidden in quaint boutiques along the narrow alleys. These treasures are not just memorable keepsakes from your Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s helping hand with BoE June rate cut window: Mike Dolan
If worries about sterling were a factor preventing the Bank of England cutting interest rates too far ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve, then Japan's dollar-selling intervention may, weirdly, help ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama v Al Ain: Japanese club hope to follow in footsteps of cousins Man City
Late last July, the new club champions of Europe and owners of the English league-and-cup double visited the holders of Japan’s J-League.Pep Guardiola, manager of the visiting squad, surveyed the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks drop in morning on tech falls, Toyota earnings awaited
Tokyo stocks fell Wednesday morning, with technology shares tracking overnight declines of their U.S. counterparts, while investors a ... ( read original story ...)
Man arrested over fatal stabbing of woman at high-rise condo in Tokyo’s Shinjuku
A 51-year-old man was arrested on May 8 for allegedly stabbing a woman in her 20s on the premises of a high-rise condominium in Tokyo's Shinj ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo ranked among the most affordable holiday destinations of 2024
That said, Tokyo has a reputation for being one of the most cost-effective destinations even before the recent economic frenzy, so you can keep looking forward to plenty of good bargains for your ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open lower on tech falls, Toyota earnings in focus
Tokyo stocks opened lower Wednesday as technology shares tracked overnight declines of their U.S. counterparts, while investors waite ... ( read original story ...)
Why too many homes and not enough people is a problem for Japan
The number of vacant houses in Japan has surged to a record high of nine million – more than enough for each person in New York City – as the east Asian country continues to struggle with its ever-declining population. ( read original story ...)
Japan blocks overcrowded selfie spot, bans tourists from traditional areas to cope with explosion of travellers
Visitor numbers are up more than 10 per cent compared to pre-pandemic levels with a combination of a weak yen, the relaxation of coronavirus restrictions and "revenge travel" making Japan one of the world's hottest destinations. ( read original story ...)
‘Tour of lies’ stretches imagination in Tokyo’s Asakusa
On a busy afternoon in Tokyo's Asakusa district, a tour guide leads a small group to a sidewalk outside a branch of clothing chain Un ... ( read original story ...)
Tetsuya Naito vs. Jake Lee set for next All Together event
Tetsuya Naito and Jake Lee are set to face off in a one-on-one match for the first time ever. The two will meet in a grudge match at United Japan Pro-Wrestling's All Together event in Sapporo on ... ( read original story ...)
Baseball: Iori Yamasaki goes distance to pitch Giants past Dragons
Iori Yamasaki pitched his first complete-game shutout of the season to lead the Yomiuri Giants to a 2-0 win against the Chunichi Dra ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Revolutionizes Off-Road Travel with the GEOLANDAR A/T4 G018
The latest release from Yokohama Tire, the GEOLANDAR A/T4 G018, is crafted to support a variety of vehicles including ... ( read original story ...)