In the world of professional baseball, “called games” are usually the result of a torrential downpour or a mercy rule. But in the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) farm system, a recent encounter between the Orix Buffaloes and the Chiba Lotte Marines produced a scenario so surreal it earned a nickname in the Japanese press: the … Read more
Yamagata’s Takahashi Dojo Secures Fourth Consecutive Appearance at All Japan Junior Judo Championships The Takahashi Dojo, a cornerstone of martial arts excellence in Yamagata City, has once again earned its place on the national stage. Representing Yamagata Prefecture, the dojo is set to compete in the 46th All Japan Junior Judo Championships, marking its fourth … Read more
As the martial arts world turns its attention to the historic heart of judo in Tokyo, the eyes of Yamagata Prefecture are fixed on a small but determined group of athletes. The Takahashi Dojo, based in the Urushiyama district of Yamagata City, is preparing to represent their home prefecture at the 46th National Boys’ Judo … Read more
Omuta High School Judo Program Celebrates Historic National Success The judo program at Omuta High School in Fukuoka Prefecture has reached a historic milestone, marking a period of unprecedented dominance for both its men’s and women’s teams. Following a series of standout performances at the national level, the athletes visited the mayor’s office to report … Read more
Yonezawa Chuo Dominates 72nd Asahi Cup Okitama High School Judo Tournament In a commanding display of technical skill and strength, Yonezawa Chuo High School swept the 72nd Asahi Cup Okitama District High School Judo Tournament, securing championships across the men’s and women’s individual categories as well as the men’s team event. The tournament, held on … Read more
The Evolution of Rui Hachimura: Mastering the Arc in His Record-Breaking Seventh NBA Season For any international player entering the NBA, the first few years are often a battle for identity. For Rui Hachimura, that journey has been a calculated evolution. Now entering the 2025-26 campaign, Hachimura is not just surviving in the league; he … Read more
KAMISATO, SAITAMA PREFECTURE, JAPAN – A new access road, the Kannagawa Riverside Road, officially opened to traffic on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM JST (12:00 AM UTC). The roadway is designed to improve access to the popular Upperri Service Area and surrounding areas in Kamisato Town, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. The Kannagawa Riverside Road … Read more
CAGLIARI, Italy – The Sardegna Open, an ATP Challenger 175 event, commenced on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Tennis Club Cagliari, with Argentine Mariano Navone leading the field as the top seed. The clay-court tournament, held in Cagliari, Italy, features a prize pool of €272,720 and runs through May 3, 2026. Navone, who secured … Read more
Tenri, Japan – The Tenri Judo Club is preparing to compete on the national stage after securing their fourth consecutive championship at the Nara Prefecture qualifying tournament for the All Japan Youth Judo Tournament. The team recently reported their achievement to local officials, signaling their ambition as they head to the national competition. On April … Read more
HOKKAIDO, JAPAN – Former manager of the Japan national baseball team, Hideki Kuriyama, and ex-pitcher Yuki Saito will co-host the “Baseball Future Camp” in Hokkaido this August, offering a unique training experience for young baseball enthusiasts. The camp, designed for elementary school students aged 9-11, aims to foster a love for the game and nurture … Read more