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Jim Armstrong
For Jim Armstrong's latest contributions to The Japan Times, see below:
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Oct 11, 2010
Vettel edges teammate Webber for victory at Japanese GP
SUZUKA, Mie Pref. — Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel edged out teammate Mark Webber on Sunday to win the Japanese Grand Prix and move closer to the Formula One championship lead.
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Oct 9, 2010
Red Bull impresses in Japanese GP practice
SUZUKA, Mie Pref. — Red Bull teammates Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber dominated Friday's practice for the Japanese Grand Prix, indicating they are the team to beat in Sunday's Formula One race.
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Oct 8, 2010
Recent results won't alter Hamilton's style
SUZUKA, Mie Pref. — Lewis Hamilton said he will not temper his aggressive racing style at this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix despite crashing out of the past two Formula One races while attempting ambitious passing moves.
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Oct 7, 2010
Alonso hopes to make push for title at Suzuka
SUZUKA, Mie Pref. — Ferrari's Fernando Alonso says the team must step up its efforts at the Japanese Grand Prix to maintain its push for the Formula One championship.
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Sep 20, 2010
Castroneves wins Indy Japan 300
MOTEGI, Tochigi Pref. — Pole-sitter Helio Castroneves of Brazil won the Indy Japan 300 on Sunday to ensure the IndyCar series championship will come down to the final race of the year.
SUMO
Feb 13, 2010
Fans object to Asashoryu's retirement pay
A generous retirement package proposed for former sumo yokozuna Asashoryu has angered some fans in Japan.
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Dec 28, 2009
Mao wins nationals
KADOMA, Osaka Pref. — Mao Asada won the women's Japan Figure Skating National Championships on Sunday to secure a place in the Vancouver Olympic team.
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Dec 27, 2009
Asada holds top spot at nationals
KADOMA, Osaka Pref. — Mao Asada posted the top score in the women's short program at the Japan Figure Skating National Championships on Saturday, strengthening her chances of securing a spot in the Vancouver Olympics.
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Dec 26, 2009
Takahashi leads at nationals
OSAKA — Daisuke Takahashi finished first in the short program at the Japan National Figure Skating Championships on Friday, moving a step closer to earning a spot for the Vancouver Olympics.
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TENNIS
Oct 4, 2009
Sharapova takes big step in return
Maria Sharapova made progress in her comeback Saturday even though her first title after a 10-month layoff was cut short by injury to her opponent.
TENNIS
Oct 1, 2009
Sharapova recovers to join Jankovic in Pan Pacific quarterfinals
Maria Sharapova recovered from a slow start Wednesday to advance to the quarterfinals of the Toray Pan Pacific with a 2-6, 6-2, 6-2 win over compatriot Alisa Kleybanova.
TENNIS
Sep 30, 2009
Sharapova cruises into third round with straight-sets victory
Maria Sharapova easily beat Samantha Stosur of Australia 6-0, 6-1 Tuesday in the second round of the Toray Pan Pacific Open.
SUMO
Jun 4, 2009
Ozeki Kaio says harsh treatment is integral
Sumo veteran Kaio said Tuesday that harsh treatment of wrestlers in training is an integral part of Japan's ancient sport and is partially responsible for his own success.
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Apr 18, 2009
American Lysacek victorious in free skate
World champion Evan Lysacek won the men's free skate on Friday as the United States remained in the lead at the figure skating World Team Trophy.
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Apr 2, 2009
Rabbits forced to fold amid economic crisis
The Seibu Prince Rabbits, an ice hockey team with a 37-year history, is the latest casualty of Japan's economic crises.
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Jan 24, 2009
Masters invitation excites Ishikawa
When he turned professional just over a year ago, Ryo Ishikawa listed winning the U.S. Masters as one of his goals in life. Now the 17-year-old high school student will get his first chance.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 21, 2008
Blatter lauds England 2018 World Cup bid
FIFA president Sepp Blatter praised England as a strong candidate to host the 2018 World Cup, adding he expects a competitive bidding process.
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Dec 1, 2008
Oda wins to cap return
Nobunari Oda capped a successful return to competitive skating on Sunday with a victory at the NHK Trophy.
TENNIS
Oct 5, 2008
Berdych shocks Roddick in semis
Tomas Berdych defeated Andy Roddick 6-7 (3-7), 7-5, 7-6 (7-3) in the semifinals of the Japan Open on Saturday, ending the second-seeded American's bid for a second straight title in Asia.
TENNIS
Oct 1, 2008
Nishikori prevails in tough opening match
Japanese teenager Kei Nishikori beat American Robert Kendrick in three sets Tuesday to advance to the second round of the Japan Open.

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A statue of "Dragon Ball" character Goku stands outside the offices of Bandai Namco in Tokyo. The figure is now as recognizable as such characters as Mickey Mouse and Spider-Man.
Akira Toriyama's gift to the world