Naomi Osaka was trying to reach her first-ever grass-court final, but to do so at the Bad Homburg Open, she first needed to defeat Wang Xinyu in the semifinals. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka reaches first grass court final at Bad Homburg Open
Four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka is into the first grass court final of her career after blasting past China’s Wang Xinyu at Bad Homburg on Friday. The Japanese sixth seed Osaka won 6-3, 6-3 in ... ( read original story ...)
Classy Osaka races into Bad Homburg final
Wang Xinyu was no match for the in-form Naomi Osaka, who wasted little time in sealing a spot in the final of the Bad Homburg Open. ( read original story ...)
Japan weather update: JMA issues high level flood & landslide alerts due to Typhoon Mekkhala – check affected areas, tsunami alerts & more
India, June 26 -- Recently, Taiwan faced heavy rains and storm winds due to the passing Typhoon Mekkhala. Now the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has warned of floods and landslides in multiple ... ( read original story ...)
P.F. Chang’s Unveils ‘Summer in Tokyo’ Menu
This summer, P.F. Chang’s is transporting guests to the vibrant streets of Tokyo with Summer in Tokyo, a limited-time dining experience available June 25 through September 15. Inspired by Tokyo’s ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo school fire: Rescue teams rush to elementary school; children trapped in burning building
A fire broke out at an elementary school in Tokyo, Japan, on Thursday, prompting a large-scale rescue operation as emergency crews responded to reports of several children trapped inside. ( read original story ...)
PUBLIC TOKYO Opens Shrine‑Inspired Flagship in Jingumae
PUBLIC TOKYO opened its Meiji Dori flagship in Jingumae, featuring shrine-inspired architectural design elements. The boutique centers on an interior sanctuary layout accented by traditional lattice ... ( read original story ...)
Typhoon forces Japan to evacuate over two million people
Typhoon forces Japan to evacuate over two million people while heavy rain shuts down parts of Taiwan - Typhoon Mekhhala expected to make landfall over weekend ... ( read original story ...)
Heavy rain pounds western Japan as 2 tropical storms approach
Heavy downpours have triggered flooding in western Japan as two approaching tropical storms added to a seasonal rain front already stuck above the country. ( read original story ...)
Japan cancels 100 flights as twin storms approach
Japanese airlines cancelled on Friday more than 100 flights as two tropical storms barrelled towards the archipelago, with authorities advising evacuations in some areas because of possible flooding and landslides. ( read original story ...)
Japan orders 2 million to evacuate ahead of typhoon, torrential rain shuts down parts of Taiwan
TAIPEI/TOKYO, June 26 (Reuters) - Japan evacuated more than 2 million people and issued flood and landslide warnings as Typhoon Mekkhala approached on Friday, while torrential rain from the storm as it passed neighbouring Taiwan shut down parts of the island, ( read original story ...)
Four men arrested over 12-million-yen Pokémon card heist in Nagoya
Aichi police have arrested four men for allegedly breaking into a Nagoya apartment and making off with Pokémon cards and other items valued at 12 million yen ... ( read original story ...)
Global market: Core inflation in Tokyo accelerates as energy-driven price pressures begin to broaden
Tokyo's core inflation surged in June, driven by rising energy costs stemming from the Middle East conflict. This acceleration signals broadening price pressures, prompting the Bank of Japan to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, Sweden battle to World Cup draw, with Samurai Blue facing Brazil in round of 32
Japan has four points from two matches, drawing with the Netherlands then beating Tunisia – while Sweden has three after a win against Tunisia and loss to the Dutch. A Japan win or draw would clinch a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and Sweden clinch knockout stage berths in World Cup 2026 with draw: Live updates and reaction
Japan and Sweden are facing off at AT&T Stadium in Texas as both look to clinch a spot in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. Japan are on four points in Group F, while Sweden are on three. Both ... ( read original story ...)
Who will Japan play in World Cup round of 32? Samurai Blue learn opponent
Japan is aiming to secure a place in the Round of 32 as they prepare to take on Sweden Thursday, June 25 in their final Group F match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with only a draw needed to guarantee a ... ( read original story ...)