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Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
May 13, 2020
NBA players want to play if situation deemed safe
A person familiar with the results of a poll of NBA players taken by their union says there would be "overwhelming” support for any plan that has this season resuming in a safe way amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Apr 11, 2020
JBPA President Shigehiro Taguchi gives rise to players' voices during pandemic
JBPA president had to lead B. League players through uncertain situation when COVID-19 outbreak hit
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Apr 5, 2020
NBA's prospects for resuming season on the wane after CBA's move: report
The NBA's chances of resuming the 2019-20 season are growing smaller because of the global coronavirus pandemic, ESPN's Brian Windhorst said.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Mar 23, 2020
Rui Hachimura participates in video collaboration with WHO
Washington Wizards rookie Rui Hachimura is one of three NBA players who appear on a short video released on social media early Monday morning.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Mar 3, 2020
NCAA leaders weighing options for March Madness due to COVID-19 concerns
The NCAA is examining all options for the upcoming 68-team men's basketball tournament, including the possibility of holding games without fans, as the coronavirus continues to spread across the U.S.
Japan Times
PARALYMPICS / Summer Paralympics
Feb 5, 2020
Paralympic basketball under threat as IPC instructs federation to reclassify players
Wheelchair basketball's governing body must reassess the eligibility of 50-75 players by late May or face removal of the sport from the Tokyo Games, an International Paralympic Committee official said Wednesday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jan 11, 2020
Sunrockers, Brave Thunders advance to Emperor's Cup final
The dynamic duo of Sebastian Saiz and Ryan Kelly guided the Sunrockers Shibuya to their first Emperor's Cup gold-medal game with a 96-69 win over the Shiga Lakestars in the All-Japan Basketball Championship semifinals at Saitama Super Arena on Saturday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jan 9, 2020
Brave Thunders edge Alvark in Emperor's Cup quarterfinals
The Kawasaki Brave Thunders bounced back from early scoring struggles and edged the Alvark Tokyo 69-66 on Thursday to advance to the All-Japan Basketball Championship semifinals.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Dec 20, 2019
Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett top list of Hall of Fame nominees
The nominees for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame's 2020 class could build a team that's almost impossible to beat, starting with Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 25, 2019
Japanese basketball generates record revenue as B. League's growth continues
The growth of Japanese basketball does not appear to be in danger of slowing down any time soon, according to financial data released by the B. League on Monday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Nov 22, 2019
Japan's 3x3 squad for Tokyo 2020 takes shape
When 3x3 basketball's inclusion in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics was announced, longtime proponent Tomoya Ochiai was beside himself.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Nov 9, 2019
Japan women's 3x3 squad vows to earn Olympic berth
Shocking news came out of the blue early last month when the Japan Basketball Association revealed that the wild-card spot for either its men's or women's national 3x3 teams would be negated by the International Olympic Committee.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Oct 7, 2019
NBA faces backlash after ceding ground to China over pro-Hong Kong tweets
The NBA found itself in the middle of a firestorm Monday — facing criticism from both Beijing and U.S. lawmakers — for its reaction to a tweet by the Houston Rockets’ general manager backing ongoing pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Sep 6, 2019
Rui Hachimura to sit out remainder of FIBA World Cup
Star forward Rui Hachimura will not play in Japan's consolation games against New Zealand and Montenegro in order to rest his weary body, the Japan Basketball Association announced on Friday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Aug 22, 2019
NBA program helps foster young Asian talent
With scorching heat enveloping Tokyo last week, the Basketball Without Borders Asia Camp provided heated competition inside the air-conditioned facilities at Mizumoto General Sports Center.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Aug 8, 2019
Many Japan alumni a part of marquee summer event
The Basketball Tournament has grown in prominence as a new summer tradition during its brief history.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 3, 2019
Rakuten looks to extend jersey deal with NBA's Golden State Warriors as brand awareness jumps
Rakuten Inc., which paid the Golden State Warriors $60 million for a three-year jersey sponsorship in 2017, is looking to extend the partnership as the National Basketball Association finalists head into the final season of their deal.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jul 30, 2019
Big guns set to lead Japan at FIBA World Cup
Japan's "Big Three" — Rui Hachimura, Yuta Watanabe and Nick Fazekas — headline the provisional roster of the Japan men's national team for the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup, the Japan Basketball Association officially announced on Tuesday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Jul 25, 2019
Ryuji Aoki set to launch pro career with Shinshu Brave Warriors
Ryuji Aoki will begin his pro basketball career with the Shinshu Brave Warriors.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jul 24, 2019
Togashi's status for World Cup in doubt due to broken hand
Just days after kicking off its preparation for the FIBA World Cup, the Japanese men's national team was jolted by some startlingly bad news out of the blue.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
In Japan, 68,000 people over 65 projected to die alone at home this year
As Japan grapples with its population's rapid aging, supporting people who live and age alone is looming larger on the policy agenda.
Kishida defends planned rule to revoke foreigners' residency
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida speaks during a meeting of the Lower House Judicial Affairs Committee on Wednesday.
Japan concerned over U.S. officials' remarks on atomic bombings
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham speaks to reporters during a news conference in Washington on Thursday.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.
Japanese rap creates its mecca in Pop Yours
Tokyo-based artist Jumadiba says he forgoes the label of simply “rap” for his music because the Japanese rap scene isn’t confined to a particular sound. 
New Taiwan president to set tone for ties with China at inauguration
Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te arrives at the CyberSec 2024 Exhibition in Taipei on Wednesday.
Ishin struggles to set itself apart from other parties
Nippon Ishin no Kai Secretary-General Fumitake Fujita (right) speaks beside Yui Kanazawa, the party's candidate in the Tokyo 15th district by-election on April 28. Nippon Ishin lost in this by-election as well as another in Nagasaki held on the same day.
In Japan, 68,000 people over 65 projected to die alone at home this year
As Japan grapples with its population's rapid aging, supporting people who live and age alone is looming larger on the policy agenda.
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The Northern Lights in Nayoro, Hokkaido, on Saturday

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