Osaka hosted an intimate French Open dinner celebrating Black players in tennis, bringing them together to foster community, representation, and connection beyond the court. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka teases bold Roland Garros fashion statement
Naomi Osaka has never been afraid to make a statement in front of millions on the biggest stages of tennis. The four-time Grand Slam champion is leaving no room for doubt that she’ll be on her mark in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to scour social media in hunt for visa overstayers, illegal foreign workers
The Immigration Services Agency also plans to crack down on individuals who employ foreign workers without valid visas. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka ‘slapped in ground’ as unique French Open admission made
Naomi Osaka was thrashed 6-2, 6-1 by Iga Swiatek at the Italian Open, and she couldn't help but joke about the confidence-crushing loss. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka says Iga Swiatek ‘slapped me into the ground’ and ‘blew my confidence’
Osaka spoke very candidly about her Rome loss to Iga Swiatek during her French Open pre-tournament presser. ( read original story ...)
Vietnamese chef trains 9 years and creates 240 ramen recipes before opening his own Tokyo shop
Luong Van Ha, a 36-year-old Vietnamese chef, runs one of Tokyo's most queued-for ramen shops after nine years at Mendokoro Honda, where he rose to head chef under ramen prodigy Yuki Honda. ( read original story ...)
Soho House Tokyo Has Officially Opened as a Love Letter to Japanese Artisans and London Style
Step inside the new Soho House Tokyo in Aoyama. This 42-room hotel and members club brilliantly merges British club culture with Japanese craftsmanship. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka credits Gael Monfils for inspiring Black tennis talent globally
Naomi Osaka praised Gael Monfils for inspiring generations of Black tennis players, saying his success had a huge impact on the sport globally. Ahead of his farewell French Open campaign, Monfils said ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo ward installs toilets in park that work without water, power
Tokyo's Meguro Ward has installed toilets in a public park that can operate without water or electricity. They would still work after major quakes or other disasters. ( read original story ...)
U.S. informs Japan of Tomahawk missile delivery delays: report
The Japanese government has signed a contract with the U.S. government to acquire up to 400 Tomahawk missiles between fiscal 2025 and fiscal 2027. ( read original story ...)
Trump throws weight behind Japan’s Takaichi in meeting with Xi, Yomiuri says
TOKYO, May 24 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump defended Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi when Chinese President Xi Jinping criticised her in the Sino-U.S. summit this month, Japan's ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Hosts Coco Gauff, Gaël Monfils, Other Black Tennis Stars at Pre-French Open Party for Emotional Reason
Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend brought together Coco Gauff, Gaël Monfils, and other tennis stars at a special event ahead of the 2026 French Open to celebrate Black excellence in the sport. Osaka ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka pays tribute to retiring Kei Nishikori, who is not playing at French Open
Osaka paid a beautiful tribute to fellow Japanese Nishikori, who is playing his final season in pro tennis. ( read original story ...)
Retro Japan in Photos: Sailing ship built in 1930 rests in Yokohama after retirement
The bowsprit jutting out from the bow of the sailing ship Nippon Maru is seen in Yokohama's Nishi Ward, April 19, 2026. (Mainichi/Osamu Sukagawa) ... ( read original story ...)
Retro Japan: Ship built in 1930 that trained more than 10,000 sailors rests in Yokohama
YOKOHAMA -- The original sailing ship Nippon Maru is moored and preserved at the foot of Yokohama Landmark Tower.The vessel was built in 1930 at Kawas･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
In Japan, divorce splits parents from children. Could a law change end sole custody?
On 1 April, 2026, a landmark revision to Japan's Civil Code took effect, allowing divorced couples to share custody of their children. Before parliament approved the amendment in 2024, Japan was the ... ( read original story ...)