Built by engineering group Obayashi, the building is an example of how Japan's leading builders exploring wood as an alternative to steel and concrete -- two of the most carbon-intensive materials -- ... ( read original story ...)
Sapporo tour held to inspect facilities for 2030 Winter Olympics bid
The Promotion Committee for the Sapporo 2030 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games has inspected the Japanese city's facilities, as the bidding ... ( read original story ...)
ANA Boeing 787 Business Class Review Manila (MNL) To San Francisco (SFO) Via Tokyo (NRT)
I had not been on ANA in years and had fond memories of their Boeing 787s (ANA was a launch customer of the 787 when they first became available). I was looking forward to enjoying Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Japan warned of returning to old path of militarism, after cabinet member visits infamous Yasukuni Shrine
Although it has been 77 years since Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II, some Japanese senior politicians still seem obsessed with their country's past war of aggression, as Japan's ... ( read original story ...)
Emma Raducanu and Naomi Osaka inspire new drama from Line Of Duty producers
Tennis stars Emma Raducanu and Naomi Osaka have helped inspire a new Amazon drama which tells the story of a prodigious young female star. The pair are both well accustomed to the trials and ... ( read original story ...)
I almost decided to quit wrestling after Tokyo: CWG 2022 Gold medal winner Vinesh Phogat
The 27-year-old Phogat scripted history by becoming the 1st Indian woman to win Gold at both CWG & Asian Games. She also became the 1st Indian woman to bag 3 consecutive Gold at the Commonwealth Games ... ( read original story ...)
Sagan Tosu vs Nagoya Grampus Live Stream Watch Go TV NOW
Event details about Sagan Tosu vs Nagoya Grampus Live Stream Watch Go TV NOW in San Francisco on August 14, 2022 - watch, listen, photos and tickets ... ( read original story ...)
Sagan Tosu vs Nagoya Grampus Live Stream Watch FrEE 4K Online StreaM
Event details about Sagan Tosu vs Nagoya Grampus Live Stream Watch FrEE 4K Online StreaM in San Francisco on August 14, 2022 - watch, listen, photos and tickets ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 22,740 new cases of coronavirus on Sunday
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government reported 22,740 new cases of the coronavirus on Sunday. The daily tally for the capital is down 3,573 from a week ago, and marks the ninth straight day of ... ( read original story ...)
Be wary of Japan opening Pandora’s box of militarism revival again
However, 77 years later, more and more countries in the Asia-Pacific region are witnessing Japan's expanding military, and are concerned that Japan may go back to militarism. On Saturday, Japan's ... ( read original story ...)
Koya Yuruki brace helps Kobe earn vital win over Sapporo
Takayuki Yoshida's squad came into the match at Sapporo Dome dead last in the 18-team first division following four straight losses across all competitions. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 22,740 coronavirus cases
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Sunday reported 22,740 new coronavirus cases, down 1,033 from Saturday. The number of infected people hospitalized with severe symptoms in Tokyo is 42, down one ... ( read original story ...)
BWF betting partner to aid media operations at World Championships in Tokyo
Japan is set to stage the Badminton World Federation World Championships for the first time from August 22 to 28 with official betting partner M88 ... ( read original story ...)
Bodies of man, woman found dead in apartment in Tokyo
The bodies of a man and a woman were found in their apartment in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward on Saturday, police said. According to police, the bodies, which had started to decay, were found in the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s tofu shops facing fight for survival amid rising costs
Some have reported increased sales, however, thanks to the popularity of new tofu products such as protein bars that are sold as health food products. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympic canoe slalom course now giving whitewater thrills to public
Japan's first artificial canoe slalom course, built for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, is now providing the public with whitewater rafting adv ... ( read original story ...)