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Noah Lyles celebrates as he crosses the finish line to give the United States the victory in the men's 4x100-meter relay at the world championships at Tokyo's National Stadium on Sunday.
MORE SPORTS / Athletics
Sep 21, 2025

U.S. men grab gold in 4x100-meter relay on final day of worlds; Japan sixth

The U.S. beat Canada to the gold medal to win the men's relay.
Japan's Mebuki Suzuki in action with Uganda's Oscar Chelimo in the men's 10,000 meter final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Sept. 14
MORE SPORTS / Athletics
Sep 22, 2025

The Japanese face and body patches that have had the world wondering

Some athletes at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo swear by the products.
Yuki Joseph Nakajima after placing sixth in the men's 400-meter final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Thursday
MORE SPORTS / Athletics
Sep 22, 2025

World championships bring few medals but win big with the crowds

Japan is now looking ahead to the Asian Games in Nagoya in 2026, the next world championships in Beijing in 2027 and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Belgian rider Remco Evenepoel competes in the men's Elite Individual Time Trial cycling event during the UCI 2025 Road World Championships in Kigali, Rwanda, on Sunday.
MORE SPORTS / Cycling
Sep 23, 2025

Evenepoel completes time-trial triple as Pogacar left trailing

Pogacar, who celebrated his 27th birthday on Sunday, had set out to do the time trial and road race double at the world championship, but finished fourth.
Red Bull's Yuki Tsunoda arrives at the circuit ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku on Sunday.
MORE SPORTS / Auto Racing
Sep 24, 2025

Red Bull in no rush to make 2026 driver decisions after strong weekend in Baku

Only Max Verstappen can be completely sure of who he will be racing for next year and Red Bull is in no rush to decide his teammate after a record of failure with previous moves.
American Bryson DeChambeau during a practice round ahead of the Ryder Cup in Farmingdale, New York, on Tuesday.
MORE SPORTS / Golf
Sep 24, 2025

U.S. hails 'gladiator' DeChambeau as Ryder Cup controversy swirls

Two-time U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau was hailed by United States teammates as an explosive X-factor, gladiator and showman on Tuesday as controversy erupted around him at the Ryder Cup.
Ducati rider Marc Marquez leads the San Marino MotoGP on Sept. 14.
MORE SPORTS / Auto Racing
Sep 24, 2025

Brilliant Marquez poised to seal seventh MotoGP title in Japan

The Spanish Ducati rider is on a whopping 512 points and needs just three points more than his brother Alex Marquez to win the title.
Justin Rose lines up a shot during a practice round ahead of the Ryder Cup in Farmingdale, New York, on Wednesday.
MORE SPORTS / Golf
Sep 25, 2025

Europe's Justin Rose would gladly accept Ryder Cup trophy from Donald Trump

Rose said the feeling around Team Europe is that Trump's presence will spark even more patriotic vibes.
Packers defensive end Micah Parsons sacks Lions quarterback Jared Goff during the second half of their game in Green Bay on Sept. 7.
MORE SPORTS / Football
Sep 25, 2025

Cowboys and Packers try to downplay Micah Parsons' return to Dallas

Parsons had four double-digit sack seasons in four years in Dallas. He added 1½ in his first three games with the Packers.
Team USA's Scottie Scheffler hits a shot during a practice round for the Ryder Cup in Farmingdale, New York, on Wednesday.
MORE SPORTS / Golf
Sep 25, 2025

Europe and United States prepare to add new chapter to Ryder Cup rivalry

More than 50,000 spectators are expected each day at the suburban New York layout, where raucous home fans are likely to provide deafening support for the U.S.
Israel's players pose for a team photo before a match against Moldova in Chisinau, Moldova, on Sept. 5.
SOCCER
Sep 26, 2025

UEFA poised for vote on whether to suspend Israel from European competition

The brewing crisis intensified this week when United Nations experts called for Israel's suspension from international soccer.
The United States' Bryson DeChambeau shouts to the crowd during a practice round ahead of the Ryder Cup in Farmingdale, New York, on Thursday.
MORE SPORTS
Sep 26, 2025

U.S. turns to Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas to launch Ryder Cup bid

History favors the Americans when the current setup is in play: the U.S. own a 9-3-1 record in Ryder Cups where foursomes have led off play on both Friday and Saturday.
Tomokazu Harimoto waits for China's Wang Chuqin to serve during the men's singles final at the WTT Champions Yokohama 2025 tournament on Aug. 11.
MORE SPORTS / Table tennis
Sep 26, 2025

Can Japan crack the China code in table tennis?

Japan has much more work to do if it is to be a proper rival for its neighbor.
Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani warms up in the batters box before the start of a game against the Diamondbacks on Thursday.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 27, 2025

Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales for third straight season

The reigning National League MVP has led jersey sales since 2023, becoming just the fourth player to top the charts three years in a row.
American Scottie Scheffler plays a shot from the bunker during the first day of the Ryder Cup on Friday in Farmingdale, New York.
MORE SPORTS / Golf
Sep 27, 2025

U.S. won't 'panic' after difficult start to Ryder Cup

Struggling U.S. stars Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau will return to the first tee Saturday with Team Europe ahead 5½-2½.
Ducati's Francesco Bagnaia takes part in a practice session ahead of the Japanese MotoGP in Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture, on Saturday.
MORE SPORTS / Auto Racing
Sep 27, 2025

Marc Marquez on brink of MotoGP title as Bagnaia wins Japan sprint

Ducati's Marquez is on the verge of winning his first world championship crown since 2019 and can seal the deal if he finishes second in Sunday's race at Motegi.
U.S. captain Keegan Bradley looks dejected during the second day of the Ryder Cup on Saturday in Farmingdale, New York.
MORE SPORTS / Golf
Sep 28, 2025

Europe piles pain on U.S. team in second-day Ryder Cup demolition

The United States, hoping to avenge its dreadful 2023 defeat in Rome, was instead left clinging to only shreds of hope.
Marc Marquez celebrates on Sunday in Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture, after clinching his seventh MotoGP world championship.
MORE SPORTS / Auto Racing
Sep 28, 2025

Emotional Marc Marquez wins seventh MotoGP world championship

The Spanish Ducati rider has been in brilliant form all year and he underlined his dominance by wrapping up the title with five events of the season remaining.
Toyota Gazoo Racing's No. 8 car competes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June.
MORE SPORTS / Auto Racing
Sep 28, 2025

At 31, Ryo Hirakawa continues to chase F1 dream

The Formula One door may be slowly opening for the top endurance talent even at age 31.
While the World Endurance Championship is seeing increased popularity overseas, the same level of success has eluded organizers in Japan.
MORE SPORTS / Auto Racing
Sep 28, 2025

At Fuji Speedway, WEC rides motorsports momentum to 100th race

The milestone race comes amid a global motorsports boom fueled by Netflix’s “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” series and Brad Pitt’s “F1” Hollywood film.
Rory McIlroy celebrates with the trophy after Europe's win over the United States in the Ryder Cup in Farmingdale, New York, on Sunday.
MORE SPORTS / Golf
Sep 29, 2025

Europe holds off surging U.S. on final day to capture Ryder Cup

It marks Team Europe's 11th win in the last 15 Ryder Cups and its second in a row under captain Luke Donald of England.
Rory McIlroy hits his tee shot on the second hole during the singles matches at the Ryder Cup in Farmingdale, New York, on Sunday.
MORE SPORTS / Golf
Sep 29, 2025

Rory McIlroy labels unruly fan behavior at Ryder Cup 'unacceptable'

The situation got so bad that extra police with dogs walked alongside McIlroy over the weekend.
India pretends to celebrate with the trophy after defeating Pakistan in the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.
MORE SPORTS
Sep 29, 2025

India and Pakistan trade barbs after Asia Cup trophy debacle

The Twenty20 tournament in the UAE was the first time the Asian cricket giants had met since a deadly military conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors in May.
England's Sarah Bern holds the Women's World Cup trophy as she celebrates with teammates after winning the final in London on Saturday. England's women's rugby team extended its unbeaten run to 33 matches with the win.
MORE SPORTS / Rugby
Sep 30, 2025

World Rugby unfazed over England's dominance of women's game

England has not lost since a 34-31 defeat by New Zealand in the COVID-delayed 2022 World Cup final in Auckland.
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako talk to students at a school for people with visual impairment in Shiga Prefecture on Monday.
JAPAN
Sep 30, 2025

Emperor and empress visit school for low-vision people

The school is the prefecture's only institution specializing in education for students with low vision.
Lynx forward Napheesa Collier looks on against the Golden State Valkyries during Game 1 of the first round of the 2025 WNBA Playoffs at Target Center in Minneapolis on Sept. 14.
BASKETBALL
Oct 1, 2025

Lynx star Napheesa Collier rips WNBA: 'worst leadership in world'

Collier criticized the league office for what she perceives as a "lack of accountability."
Director Park Chan-wook and the cast of his latest film “No Other Choice” attended the Busan International Film Festival’s glittering opening ceremony where the film’s lead actor, Lee Byung-hun, served as host.
CULTURE / Film
Oct 2, 2025

Revamped Busan film festival turns 30 with expanded cinematic showcase

Since its inception, BIFF has been a launchpad for Asian cinema. This year, it grew bigger and brighter with a new Competition section, 90 world premieres and high-profile guests.
The European team celebrates after winning the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York, on Sept. 28.
MORE SPORTS
Oct 2, 2025

Europe's Matt Fitzpatrick slams PGA chief over 'offensive' Ryder Cup comments

Luke Donald's European team was on the end of some unsavory abuse from a partisan crowd, with Rory McIlroy particularly singled out for foul-mouthed taunts.
Croix du Nord, ridden by Yuichi Kitamura, runs in the Japanese Derby at Tokyo Racecourse on June 1.
MORE SPORTS
Oct 2, 2025

Japan set for another shot at coveted Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe crown

Japanese horses Croix du Nord and Byzantine Dream are among the leading favorites, according to the bookmakers.
India's Tilak Varma celebrates after winning the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sept. 28.
MORE SPORTS / Cricket
Oct 2, 2025

Asian cricket chief says India 'welcome' to collect trophy from his office

India defended the Asia Cup title by defeating Pakistan on Sunday, but refused to take the winning prize from Naqvi, who is also Pakistan's interior minister.
Japanese court orders Cloudflare to pay ¥500 million over manga piracy
Cloudflare has been ordered to pay ¥500 million after four major publishing firms accused the firm of copyright infringement for its role in hosting sites that distribute pirated copies of manga titles.
Japan plans higher visa fees for foreign residents
Along with planned higher fees for foreign residents to stay, Japan is looking to raise the ¥3,000 single-entry visa fee for inbound tourists to Western standards in the next fiscal year.
Two men suspected of smuggling 1 ton of gold into Japan from South Korea
U.K. gold bullion bars and coins are displayed at Baird & Co. in Hatton Garden in London.
Takaichi rejects China's demand to retract Taiwan remarks
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has rejected China's demands for her to retract her comments on Taiwan, saying Tokyo's stance on a major regional security crisis remains unchanged.
Japan set to lean on U.S., allies for support if China escalates
U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo, on Oct. 28.
Japan plans higher visa fees for foreign residents
Along with planned higher fees for foreign residents to stay, Japan is looking to raise the ¥3,000 single-entry visa fee for inbound tourists to Western standards in the next fiscal year.
First foreign president of Hosei University looks abroad for change
Hosei University President Diana Khor, who herself was an international student, aims to encourage students to look outward and cultivate a global mindset.
Japanese companies advised to change mindset about investment in Africa
Bernard Laurendeau, chief of Enkopa Lab Japan, in Tokyo last month
Munetaka Murakami headlines quartet looking to move to MLB via posting system
The Swallows' Munetaka Murakami has 246 career home runs in eight NPB seasons.
The reality of human trafficking in Japan
A view of Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward at night. Last year in Japan, 66 people were put in protective custody as victims of human trafficking. Among them, 58 — including all 41 minors — were Japanese nationals. International pressure to act on human trafficking led Japan to make efforts to crack down on the crime, such as a tightening of conditions in 2005 for entertainer visas.

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Juzo Itami’s “Tampopo” was released Nov. 23, 1985, and though it wasn’t a hit at the time, it has gained a cult following in the years since.
Eat, slurp, love: 'Tampopo' turns 40
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