A pair who were back-country skiing in Japan have been killed, after an avalanche struck Mt Yotei in Hokkaido on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Space One Kairos rocket explodes on inaugural flight
Japan's Space One will launch its Kairos small rocket on its inaugural trip on Wednesday, in a bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite in orbit. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Space One ‘Kairos’ rocket explodes right after lift-off
The small rocket that Japan's Space One launched for its inaugural flight exploded shortly after take-off, live-streaming images showed on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Toyota likely agreed to wage requests as Japan Inc set for big pay bump
Toyota Motor Corp has agreed to fully meet its union's request for annual pay increases, the Mainichi newspaper said on Wednesday, as top Japanese companies look likely to offer sizeable salary hikes ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Inc set to offer big wage hikes, paving way for end to negative rates
Some of Japan's biggest companies are expected to formally offer sizeable pay increases at annual talks with unions that wrap up on Wednesday, clearing the way for the central bank to end negative ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Space One counts down to inaugural Kairos rocket launch
Japan's Space One will launch its Kairos small rocket on its inaugural trip on Wednesday, in a bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite in orbit. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s pink wave arrives early
A gentle pink wave is steadily sweeping across Japan, gradually advancing in a front from south to north. This is the annual spectacle of cherry tree blossoms bursting open in a great frothy flush of ... ( read original story ...)
Forced head shave for transgender inmate a human rights violation: Osaka lawyers
A group of lawyers has submitted a recommendation asking the Japanese government to stop imposing haircuts on prisoners after a transgender w ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka and Other Stars Are Embracing Motherhood at the BNP Paribas Open
Tennis is a demanding sport, but for women in particular, balancing the pressures of motherhood can take it to a whole new level of pressure. That reality — as well as the joys of motherhood — has ... ( read original story ...)
Japan commemorates 13th anniversary of Fukushima nuclear disaster
Japan commemorated the 13th anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster on Monday, with memorial services held across affected prefectures. Devastating tragedy: On March 11, 2011, a 9.0-magnitude ... ( read original story ...)
Having Struggled in Tokyo Olympics, 11x Pan Am Champ Evita Griskenas Opens Up About Rhythmic Gymnastics Challenges
Evita Griskenas, an exemplary student at Columbia University, excels as a prominent figure in both academia and athletics. In addition to her scholarly pursuits, Griskenas is renowned as a formidable ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka and Keys to play at Eastbourne in June
Former world number one Naomi Osaka will make her first grass-court appearance for nearly five years as she and Madison Keys are confirmed to play at Eastbourne in June. ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Wakamotoharu, Abi lead undefeated wrestlers in Osaka
Sekiwake Wakamotoharu and komusubi Abi remained the only wrestlers from sumo's four uppermost ranks to stay unbeaten at 3-0 Tuesday a ... ( read original story ...)
Pretty in pink: Tokyo leads Japan as sakura cherry flowers blossom earlier than before
One weather company predicts sakura will flower in Tokyo on March 19 and reach full bloom on March 25. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Police Club Release Farewell Single, Announce Tour Dates
Below, hear both songs and check out Tokyo Police Club’s farewell tour dates. ( read original story ...)
Eastbourne: Naomi Osaka and Madison Keys to play in June tournament
Former world number one Naomi Osaka will make her first grass-court appearance for nearly five years as she and Madison Keys are confirmed to play at Eastbourne in June. ( read original story ...)