Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was heckled at a World War II memorial event by protesters angry about Tokyo's further shift away from its decades-long pacifist stance, television footage ... ( read original story ...)
Brazil legend Ronaldo downplays Japan ahead of potential World Cup clash
One of Brazil's greatest athletes in history has something to say: If they face Japan at the World Cup, Brazil will win easily. ( read original story ...)
Tennis fans are loving Naomi Osaka’s outfit for Wimbledon
To the surprise of absolutely no one, Naomi Osaka has an incredible outfit planned for the 2026 Wimbledon Championships. Osaka, the former world No. 1, made a fashion statement at Roland Garros when ... ( read original story ...)
Historic fun run kicks off 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Kerala
A Record-Breaking Participation in Kerala On Tuesday, over 40,000 participants made history as India hosted the inaugural 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Fun Run in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The event ... ( read original story ...)
Over 40,000 Participants Create History As India Hosts First-ever 2026 Aichindash;Nagoya Asian Games Fun Run In Thiruvananthapuram
Nagoya Asian Games Fun Run: More than 40,000 participants created history today as India hosted the first-ever 2026 Aichi–Nagoya Asian Games Fun Run under the Olympic Council of Asia’s “Asian Games ... ( read original story ...)
Japan isn’t quite where it once was. Scientists say a newly recognized seismic event is to blame
Scientists have discovered that seismic waves traveling to Earth’s core and back caused almost all of Japan to shift eastward after the 2011 earthquake. ( read original story ...)
Japan to Raise Some Tourist Visa Fees More Than 400 Percent
The hike, from around $18 to $93 for a single trip, will apply to visitors from countries including China, India and Vietnam, but not most Western travelers. ( read original story ...)
Blackstone plans $30 billion investment in Japan AI data centres, Nikkei reports
June 23 (Reuters) - Blackstone is planning to invest $30 billion in Japan's AI data centers over the next three to five years, its president and chief operating officer Jonathan Gray told Nikkei in a ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka just made a statement that should scare the rest of the WTA tour
Naomi Osaka is trying to find her footing on grass courts in 2026, and her Bad Homburg Open match against Elise Mertens was likely not to be easy. Was it? ( read original story ...)
Japan launches ‘supreme class’ bullet train airline-style private cabins
Already renowned for their speed and comfort, Japan's Shinkansen bullet trains are about to become even more luxurious, with new private suites set to launch this autumn featuring lockable doors, ... ( read original story ...)
This Japanese flatground tricks stun Osaka skaters
Takuma brings freestyle skateboarding into the streets of Osaka with a unique style that mixes technical flatground control, street gaps, stair tricks, and fast freestyle combinations. The video ... ( read original story ...)
Loro Piana to open new store in Tokyo’s Omotesando
The four-story boutique located in the Tokyo luxury district boasts a facade designed by architect Jun Aoki. ( read original story ...)
Summer Sonic just announced additional David Byrne, Holly Humberstone and Steve Lacy shows in Tokyo
The ‘Summer Sonic Extra’ pre-festival programme on August 13 will feature some of the 2026 edition’s most anticipated names ... ( read original story ...)
Inside Japan’s billion-dollar quest to help a sleep-starved nation rest
From puffer jackets designed for power naps to homes that auto-adjust lighting and temperature, better sleep in Japan is a booming market. ( read original story ...)
Osaka PREF. school deems rugby choking incident serious under anti-bullying law
HIRAKATA, Osaka -- Tokai University Osaka Gyosei High School said it classified a December 2025 case in which a rugby player briefly lost consciousnes・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Taste the World Cup: Osaka shops launch Samurai Blue-themed menu
OSAKA -- To cheer on Japan's national team competing in the FIFA World Cup 2026 hosted jointly by Canada, the United States and Mexico, restaurants in・・・ ... ( read original story ...)