The Hanshin Tigers’ Scheduled Game Against the Hiroshima Carp Postponed Due to Adverse Weather Conditions The Japanese Professional Baseball League (NPB) confirmed on April 4 that the scheduled game between the Hanshin Tigers and the Hiroshima Carp, set for 6 p.m. local time at Koshien Stadium, was postponed due to adverse weather conditions, according to … Read more
The Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) game between the Orix Buffaloes and the Saitama Seibu Lions scheduled for October 4 at Hot Motto Field Kobe was canceled due to poor weather, according to NHK. The matchup was slated to begin at 6:00 p.m. local time. Why was the Orix vs. Seibu game canceled? Official reports from … Read more
Shintaro Mochizuki has reached the 16強 (round of 16) of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time in his career. His advancement follows his progress from the qualifying rounds. Breakthrough Performance on the Grand Slam Stage Mochizuki’s recent ascent reflects his performance in his second consecutive main draw appearance at Wimbledon. The transition to … Read more
Shimane Judo Advisor Suspended for 1 Year Over Alleged Physical and Verbal Abuse The Shimane Judo Federation has imposed a one-year suspension on a 20-something male teacher at Kaisai Junior High School in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, following allegations of physical punishment and harsh verbal treatment of judo team members, according to official records and reports … Read more
The Kenpoku Sports Association Judo Tournament, held June 28 at the NCV Fukushima Arena in Fukushima City, showcased regional talent across multiple youth and junior high school divisions. The event served as a focal point for local judo development, drawing participants from across the prefecture to compete in both team and individual categories. Tournament Results … Read more
The Kumamoto Nichinichi Shimbun has awarded the 76th Kumamoto Nichi-nichi Shimbun Prize to photojournalist Shisei Kuwabara, honoring his contributions to society, culture, and regional development. The awards ceremony, a long-standing tradition in Kumamoto Prefecture, recognizes individuals whose professional excellence has brought distinction to the region and impacted the national consciousness. Shisei Kuwabara: Documenting the Minamata … Read more
SoftBank Hawks Maintain Pacific League Lead Following Dominant Win The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks solidified their position atop the Pacific League standings on Sunday, securing a decisive victory in a shortened four-game slate across Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Despite rain forcing the cancellation of one scheduled contest, the Hawks maintained their momentum, led by a high-impact … Read more
Tenshi High School Judo Club Challenges Tradition with ‘Hair Salon’ Project According to a statement from Tenshi High School, the school’s judo club has launched a “hair salon” initiative, allowing students to experiment with hairstyles as part of their extracurricular activities. The move has sparked conversations about self-expression in Japanese sports culture, with officials describing … Read more
World Judo Champion Opens Doors for Beginners: How to Join Tadahiro Nomura’s ‘Fun to Judo’ Workshop in Nara By Daniel Richardson | Archysport Published June 2024 A three-time Olympic judo champion is inviting beginners to experience the sport’s fundamentals in a relaxed, hands-on workshop in Nara, Japan. Tadahiro Nomura, the only man to win three … Read more
Japanese judo star Hifumi Abe has expressed confidence in the Japan men’s national football team, predicting a 2-1 victory for the “Samurai Blue” in their upcoming competitive fixtures. The two-time Olympic gold medalist, who returned to Japan on November 29 following his appearance at the Judo Grand Prix in Qingdao, China, shared his outlook on … Read more