National Aug 12, 2020

Nagasaki A-bomb survivor determined to use English to share memories

Michio Hakariya had begun to feel that his inability to speak directly to foreign audiences was blunting his message.

National Aug 6, 2020

Hiroshima marks 75th atomic bomb anniversary with call for unity in pandemic

Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui said countries should put aside their differences and come together to overcome both man-made and natural challenges.

Art Aug 4, 2020

Saitama gallery raises money online to share iconic A-bomb paintings worldwide

The work of Iri and Toshi Maruki depicts the aftermath of the August 1945 bombings along with other aspects of World War II.

National Jul 28, 2020

Virus scuppers Nagasaki A-bomb museum’s plans for 75th anniversary

The COVID-19 pandemic has led Nagasaki to scale down its plans for this year’s commemorations.

Swimming Jul 24, 2020

Olympic swimming star Katie Ledecky staying focused amid pandemic

The 15-time freestyle world champion is ready to make adjustments ahead of next year's postponed Tokyo Olympics.

Olympics May 1, 2020

Mongolian athletes stranded in Japan remain hopeful for Paralympics

Mongolian athletes and para athletes have continued to train in their Japanese host cities in preparation for the delayed Tokyo Games.

National Jan 13, 2020

Chiba residents open doors in warmup for 2020 crowds

With the 2020 Games just six months away, residents in Chiba, a city that will host several Olympic and Paralympic competitions, are preparing to open their doors to visitors under a program that encourages residents to host paying guests during popular events. Kenji Kaminaga, 82, ...

Rugby Dec 1, 2019

Keio boys triumph as Japan's oldest sides play memorial match

A memorial match between two of Japan's oldest rugby clubs was held in Yokohama on Sunday to commemorate the country's longest rivalry. Keio University's junior team beat the Yokohama Country and Athletic Club 90-0 in a rematch of their first game, which was won by ...

Rugby Oct 19, 2019

Brave Blossoms' RWC quarterfinal brings back memories of rugby great Seiji Hirao

While Japan's first-ever quarterfinal match at the Rugby World Cup will be remembered as a new page in the sport's history, it will also serve as a time to revisit the accomplishments of former playmaker and coach Seiji Hirao who helped lay the foundation ...

National Oct 17, 2019

Wheelchair rugby team guns for share of spotlight as Japan excels at World Cup

While the ongoing Rugby World Cup has raised the profile of the sport in Japan, wheelchair rugby players also hope to earn a share of the spotlight ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics. World Cup hosts Japan made history on Sunday by reaching the last ...