Naomi Osaka has revealed that she has learned to appreciate Novak Djokovic the older she gets as she complimented some of her tennis colleagues. It comes as the former world No 1 was asked about her ... ( read original story ...)
The escalator riddle: would we all move faster and more safely if we stopped walking on them?
The Japanese city of Nagoya has banned travellers from walking up and down escalators. Perhaps it is time everyone followed suit ... ( read original story ...)
Japan hopes to resolve China’s seafood ban over Fukushima’s wastewater release within WTO’s scope
Japanese Agriculture Minister Ichiro Miyashita says Tokyo hopes to resolve the issue of Chinese ban on its seafood within the World Trade Organization's scope. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo aims to learn from Tokyo 2020’s mistakes in new plan for Winter Olympics bid
Sapporo has updated its management plan for its potential Winter Olympic and Paralympic Gamesbid in an attempt to learn from the mistakes of the Tokyo 2020 corruption scandal. The northern Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Revisits Nuclear But Solar and Wind Are Future
Bloomberg Daybreak, anchored from New York, Boston, Washington DC and San Francisco provides listeners with everything they need to know. Hear the latest economic, business and market news, as well as ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese city of Nagoya bans walking on escalators
An ordinance to stop people from walking on escalators has been introduced in a city in Japan. The order went into effect in Nagoya on 1 October and prohibits people from walking on escalators in a ... ( read original story ...)
Portuguese pair arrested over attempt to smuggle $293K worth of cocaine at Tokyo airport
Two Portuguese nationals have been arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle a total of 1.8 kilograms of wrapped cocaine inside their bodies a・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Surging Tokyo Property Prices Squeeze Out Young Professionals
TOKYO (Reuters) - Mie Kawamata dreamed of owning a home where she could tend a small garden and her 1-year-old daughter could play outside, yet still be close enough to commute to central Tokyo. But ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Announces Return to Professional Tennis in 2024 | VIDEO
Former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka announces return to professional tennis in 2024, the 25-year-old said in an interview with ESPN ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks down for 5th day on wariness over US economy
Tokyo stocks dropped Wednesday for the fifth straight day, with investors wary over the prospects of the U.S. economy after stronger- ... ( read original story ...)
This Tokyo kaiseki restaurant is one of the world’s 25 best restaurants for 2023
Tripadvisor's user-generated reviews ranked Ise Sueyoshi as the second-best fine dining restaurant in the world ... ( read original story ...)
‘He’ll go through’: BBC pundit suggests Rangers set for talks with ‘high-energy, attacking’ manager
TalkSPORT reported on Monday that the Yokohama F. Marinos boss – who previously played for Rangers – is interested in discussing the Ibrox job. The Daily Record have now claimed that Muscat has even ... ( read original story ...)
‘Use Both Sides’: Why Japanese City Banned People From Walking On Escalators
Breaking away from conventional Japanese escalator etiquette, the law will strictly come into force at prominent sites, including public places such as train stations, office buildings, and shopping ... ( read original story ...)
Japan implements tourist tax at famous ‘floating shrine’ to combat overtourism
Japan’s popular Itsukushima Shrine has now become slightly more expensive to visit. The bright-orange torii gate that appears to float in a lake is one of the country’s most beautiful and recognizable ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-Wimbledon champion comments on Naomi Osaka’s post-pregnancy return to tennis
1994 Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez is happy to see Naomi Osaka having plans to return to tennis and feeling motivated to do great things after giving birth. Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam ... ( read original story ...)
This Japanese City Has Enforced A Ban On Walking On Escalators. Here’s Why
The ordinance, which went into effect in Nagoya on October 1, requires people to stand on escalators rather than walk on them in order to prevent accidents. Under the ordinance, people are required to ... ( read original story ...)