"We may potentially bring down the number of spectators, a cap on the spectators or ... no spectators," Hashimoto said. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka, Tony Hawk, and Usain Bolt star in a powerful Olympics film to remind fans that we’re ‘stronger together’
Take an exclusive look at the "Hero" video kicking off the International Olympic Committee's "Stronger Together" campaign ahead of the Tokyo games. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shares new Japan Vogue cover shoot after withdrawing from media for her mental health
The tennis star, 23, shared the cover of the fashion magazine and a number of the glamorous snaps which are featured in Japan Vogue's August issue in an Instagram post on Monday. ( read original story ...)
‘Popping out’: Shy tennis sensation Naomi Osaka breaks silence after Wimbledon withdrawal to reveal photo shoot for Vogue Japan
Tennis star Naomi Osaka, who is taking time out from her sporting career after withdrawing from the French Open and Wimbledon, has shared a photo of herself in a colorful bikini top in a cover shoot ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s French Open and Wimbledon withdrawals highlights athletes’ mental health
The pandemic exacerbated concerns around mental health among sports personalities. A number of high-profile athletes have been open about their pressures and mental health challenges associates with ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Governor Koike Taking Break This Week Due to Fatigue -NHK
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike is taking a break from official duties this week and resting due to fatigue, public broadcaster NHK reported on Tuesday, as preparations for the Olympic Games ramp up amid ... ( read original story ...)
Troubled Tokyo Olympics near finish line with one month to go
The Tokyo Olympics have weathered a historic postponement, an unprecedented ban on overseas fans and persistent domestic opposition, but with one month to go, the finish line is finally in sight. ( read original story ...)
Soccer-Japan’s Yokoyama comes out as transgender man
Japan women's international forward Kumi Yokoyama has come out as a transgender man and says they want to help raise awareness in their home country. The 27-year-old, who plays for National Women's ... ( read original story ...)
The British and Irish Lions: Warren Gatland has named no England players in the starting XV for Japan match
Five Scotsmen have been given the unique opportunity to represent the British & Irish Lions at Murrayfield after Warren Gatland named his squad to play Japan on Saturday — but they may not earn a Test ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020: Artistic swimmers Kate Shortman & Izzy Thorpe selected for Olympics
British artistic swimming duo Kate Shortman and Izzy Thorpe are selected to represent Great Britain at Tokyo 2020. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s public safety commission head to run for Yokohama mayor
TOKYO, June 22 (Xinhua) -- The chairman of Japan's National Public Safety Commission Hachiro Okonogi on Tuesday announced he will run in the election for mayor of Yokohama in August. While opting not ... ( read original story ...)
Public safety commission chief Hachiro Okonogi to run for Yokohama mayor
The election bid will see the 56-year-old resign from his Cabinet post, though he did not specify when he plans to do so when asked at a news conference. ( read original story ...)
Isetan S’pore stocks Tokyo Banana, sold out within two days
Tokyo Banana, a Japanese banana-shaped sponge cake with cream filling, is arguably the most popular souvenir to bring back from Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan Police Probe Uber Eats for Suspected Breach of Immigration Law – Kyodo
Japanese police on Tuesday filed a notice of investigation against the local office of food delivery service Uber Eats and two representatives for suspected breach of immigration law, the Kyodo News ... ( read original story ...)
Kubo and Yoshida in Japan squad ‘aiming for gold’ at home Olympics
Former Southampton defender Maya Yoshida and Real Madrid youngster Takefusa Kubo were on Tuesday named in an 18-man Japan football squad "aiming for gold" at the Tokyo Olympics. ( read original story ...)
JDT Vs NGY Dream11: Johor Darul Ta’zim Vs Nagoya Grampus Prediction, Team And Top Picks
We look at the JDT vs NGY Dream11 team and top picks alongside other details of the AFC Champions League clash between Johor Darul Ta’zim and Nagoya Grampus. ( read original story ...)