Kokugakuin University's Kiyoto Hirabayashi won the Osaka Marathon in his marathon debut Sunday with the seventh-fastest time ever for a Japanese runner. ( read original story ...)
Japan naked festival: Women join Hadaka Matsuri for first time
The sea of chanting, nearly-naked men tussle, push and shove towards the shrine. "Washoi! Washoi!" they yell - let's go, let's go. It is scene that has barely changed in the 1,250 years the Hadaka ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan chipmaker TSMC opens first plant in Japan
STORY: At the opening ceremony, Japan said it will give TSMC up to 732 billion yen ($4.86 billion) more in subsidies to help it build a second chip fabrication plant. TSMC's decision to build chips in ... ( read original story ...)
US takes aim at China-made cranes in latest executive order
US President Joe Biden has signed an executive order aimed at bolstering US ports, strengthening maritime cybersecurity and fortifying supply chains amid growing worries over cyber security threats ... ( read original story ...)
After 1,250 years women join Japan’s (nearly) naked festival
"Washoi! Washoi!" they yell - let's go, let's go.It is scene that has barely changed in the 1,250 years the Hadaka Matsuri, or the Naked Festival, has been taking place at the Konomiya Shrine, in ... ( read original story ...)
Tour Yokohama’s CP+ Expo in 30 seconds: one of the world’s largest camera shows
CP+ Expo, an annual camera industry trade show for the latest products from Japanese manufacturers, is a wonderland of camera gear, accessories and the occasional surprise or headscratcher. ( read original story ...)
Jack Perry Debuts ‘Scapegoat’ Nickname at NJPW The New Beginning in Sapporo
The latest promo spot for Perry was unveiled during New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s recent event, The New Beginning In Sapporo. In the clip, Perry is dubbed as the ‘Scapegoat.’ Previously, Perry made his ... ( read original story ...)
Jack Perry ‘Scapegoat’ Promo Airs At New Japan The New Beginning In Sapporo
Jack Perry looks to have a new moniker. A new promo for Perry aired during the broadcast for New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s New Beginning In Sapporo on Saturday. The video referred to Perry as the ... ( read original story ...)
Update: Hiroshi Tanahashi Out of NJPW New Beginning in Sapporo Due to Injury, Vows to Challenge Nic Nemeth After Recovery
A recent development has emerged from the NJPW circuit, with Hiroshi Tanahashi unable to participate in NJPW New Beginning in Sapporo. An ankle injury is the cause of his absence, though he intends to ... ( read original story ...)
‘Scapegoat’ Jack Perry video airs at NJPW The New Beginning in Sapporo
Jack Perry has his sights set on Shota Umino. A vignette for "Scapegoat" Jack Perry aired during Saturday's NJPW The New Beginning in Sapporo event following Umino's participation in a tag team match ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo pledges a further $4.9 billion to help TSMC expand Japan production
Japan said it will give TSMC up to 732 billion yen ($4.86 billion) more in subsidies to help it build a second chip fabrication plant as the Taiwanese company on Saturday marked the opening of its ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo pledges a further $4.9 bln to help TSMC expand Japan production
Japan said it will give TSMC up to 732 billion yen ($4.86 billion) more in subsidies to help it build a second chip fabrication plant as the Taiwanese company on Saturday marked the opening of its ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan giant chipmaker TSMC opens first plant in Japan as part of key global expansion
Chip giant Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. has opened in an official ceremony its first semiconductor plant in Japan as part of its ongoing global expansion. ( read original story ...)
Tama Tonga Loses Final NJPW Match At NJPW New Beginning In Sapporo
Tama Tonga lost in his final NJPW bout at NJPW New Beginning in Sapporo, falling victim to God Send courtesy of Hikuleo. Tama's final bout was an all-Guerrillas of Destiny match as he teamed with ... ( read original story ...)
Kazuchika Okada Victorious In Final NJPW Bout At NJPW New Beginning In Sapporo
Kazuchika Okada competed in his final NJPW match at NJPW New Beginning in Sapporo, pinning Callum Newman with a Rain Maker in a multi-man bout. Okada teamed with Toru Yano, YOSHI-HASHI, Hirooki Goto & ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Hello Kitty theme park closed for ‘terrorist’ security alert
TOKYO - A theme park in Tokyo featuring the Hello Kitty character closed on Feb 24 because of an e-mailed "terrorist alert", the operator said. "We will be temporarily closed today as we are unable to ... ( read original story ...)