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JAPAN GO ASSOCIATION

BASKETBALL
Jun 22, 2014
Kawachi appointed to JBA board
Toshimitsu Kawachi, the commissioner of the bj-league since its establishment in 2004, on Saturday was appointed to the Japan Basketball Association board, which has been tasked with forming the new, tentatively named P League for the 2016-17 season.
Japan Times
LIFE / Digital / ON: TECH
Jun 16, 2014
For perfect photos, suits, laundry, cleaning and even tans
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Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jun 14, 2014
Star guard Oga lashes out at JBA
Japan women's national team star Yuko Oga angrily pointed at a banner that hung on the wall at a practice gym while she had a conversation with reporters.
Japan Times
LIFE / Digital
Jun 12, 2014
International Tokyo Toy Show allows a peek at Christmas hits
It's that time of year again. Children erupt with joy as they see their favorite anime characters come to life, and tech-savvy young adults scramble to figure out the latest cutting-edge gadgets. It's not Christmas, but the International Tokyo Toy Show runs a close second.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 5, 2014
'King Kazu' chosen as JFA ambassador for World Cup
Former Japan striker Kazuyoshi Miura will be dispatched to Brazil as the Japan Football Association's ambassador to the World Cup, the JFA said Thursday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / CHUBU CONNECTION
May 30, 2014
As male hunters dwindle, 'hunter girls' take up shotguns
"Hunter girls" are taking up the sport of hunting to protect farmers' crops as the demographic changes sweeping Japan erode its traditionally male participants.
SOCCER / J. League
May 30, 2014
J3 player handed three-game ban for racist comments
Defender Sunao Hozaki, who plays for Kanazawa Zweigen in the J. League's lower-tier J3 division, will be suspended for three games due to racist comments he made to an opposing player in a match against FC Machida last Saturday in Ishikawa Prefecture, his club announced Friday.
Japan Times
SPORTS / NOTES ON A SCORECARD
May 27, 2014
Mao makes right choice in deciding to take year off
"The feeling here is that she would be better served by taking a year off — like Vancouver Olympic champion Kim Yu Na did — to recharge her batteries before making such a huge choice. Perhaps some time away will let her gain some perspective."
BASKETBALL
May 16, 2014
FIBA threatens JBA with suspension for inaction over merger
It appears to be an ultimatum for the Japan Basketball Association.
BASKETBALL / HOOP SCOOP
Apr 3, 2014
Time for FIBA to suspend JBA, force necessary changes to be made
The Japan Basketball Association has changed its alleged goal so many times, it's difficult to remember the original target.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Mar 15, 2014
JBA reveals plan for pro hoops circuit, restructuring for 2016-17 season
In 2016, the Japan Basketball Association will launch a new professional men's basketball league, it announced on Saturday evening.
BASKETBALL / HOOP SCOOP
Feb 13, 2014
Perpetual problems plague Japan Basketball Association
Intermittent hullabaloo by the Japan Basketball Association's big wigs about "big plans" for the future of men's basketball generally produces one thing: a collective yawn by those who analyze such things.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Feb 7, 2014
Volleyball coach Sato speaks out after dismissal
You are given a big project and asked for a long-term commitment. And then you are ousted based on your short-term showing?
Japan Times
SUMO
Jan 16, 2014
Sumo wrestler Kotooshu becomes naturalized Japanese
Bulgarian sekiwake Kotooshu has obtained Japanese nationality, it was learned on Thursday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Dec 21, 2013
FIBA warns JBA about problems
FIBA secretary general Patrick Baumann has advised the Japan Basketball Association to resolve issues that exist inside the nation's basketball circles or face greater problems in the future, according to Japanese media reports.
JAPAN
Oct 3, 2013
Beijing fete to mark 35th year of friendship treaty with Tokyo seen as thaw
The China-Japan Friendship Association has communicated to its Japanese counterpart its intention to hold a ceremony in Beijing on Oct. 22 to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the signing of a bilateral treaty of peace and friendship, sources said Thursday.
BASKETBALL
Mar 7, 2013
Ex-NBA coach Herb Brown named Japan women's team adviser
The Japan Basketball Association said Wednesday it has decided to appoint former NBA coach Herb Brown in an advisory role to help revive the fortunes of the women's national team.
As visitors surge, Japan seeks ways to make tourism eco-friendly
Much like other hot spots across Okinawa, Onna has diligently strived to captivate both domestic and international tourists, while at the same time grappling with the environmental strain induced by the influx of visitors.
Japan says Biden's description of nation as xenophobic is 'unfortunate'
The National Diet building in Tokyo
Tokuryū, a new crime menace in Japan, emerges from the shadows
The National Police Agency coined the term "tokuryū" to classify individuals involved in dark part time jobs and quasi-gangsters, using the words "tokumei" (anonymous) and "ryūdo" (fluid) to reflect their characteristics.
Japan's labor crunch persists despite slight improvement
Over 300 companies went out of business in fiscal 2023 due to labor shortages, according to Teikoku Databank.
Is Modi’s party heading for a stunning election loss?
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's campaign tactics have escalated, including anti-Muslim rhetoric and fearmongering, reflecting his ruling party's desperation.
After blockbuster boxing victory, what next for ‘Monster’ Inoue?
Naoya Inoue celebrates his victory over Luis Nery in their IBF-WBA-WBC-WBO super bantamweight title boxing match at Tokyo Dome on Monday.
Japan’s tween skateboarders get head start on preparations for 2028 Olympics
Ibuki Matsumoto competes at an event in Osaka on April 21.
Pentagon reveals drone types for Replicator program to counter China
A U.S. Naval Special Warfare Operator fires a Switchblade 300 loitering munition during training exercises in Fallon, Nevada, last July. The U.S. Defense Department plans to use small drones — known in the Pentagon as “all-domain attritable autonomous systems” — to help counter Chinese military systems and tactics.
As visitors surge, Japan seeks ways to make tourism eco-friendly
Much like other hot spots across Okinawa, Onna has diligently strived to captivate both domestic and international tourists, while at the same time grappling with the environmental strain induced by the influx of visitors.
Kishida talks up bolstered Latin American ties as China cements position
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida holds a news conference in Sao Paulo on Saturday.

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