Ibaraki Robots Snap Losing Skid with Narrow Victory Over San-en NeoPhoenix The Ibaraki Robots found their rhythm at the right moment Sunday, securing a hard-fought 84-82 victory over the San-en NeoPhoenix at the Adastria Mito Arena. The win serves as a critical turning point for the East District squad, effectively halting a three-game losing streak … Read more
Balancing the Tatami and the Office: Inside the High-Stakes World of Park24 Judo In the specialized ecosystem of Japanese sports, few structures are as distinct as the corporate team. For the elite athletes of the Park24 judo club, the challenge is not merely defeating an opponent in the dojo, but mastering the dual identity of … Read more
Japan Finalizes National Judo Roster for 2026 World Championships in Baku The All Japan Judo Federation (AJJF) has officially completed its selection process for the individual event representatives heading to the World Judo Championships this October in Baku, Azerbaijan. Following a high-stakes selection tournament in Fukuoka, the federation’s strengthening committee met on April 5 to … Read more
San-en NeoPhoenix Secure Victory as Ibaraki Robots Fall to Three-Game Losing Streak The Ibaraki Robots continue to struggle in the B.League B1 landscape, sliding to a three-game losing streak following a 71-89 defeat against the San-en NeoPhoenix on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The contest, held at the Adastria Mito Arena, saw Ibaraki struggle to maintain … Read more
Fukuoka, Japan – On Wednesday, April 1, JAPAN BASE officially opened its new artificial turf field with an opening ceremony and rugby clinic, marking a significant step forward for rugby development in Japan. The new facility, the second in Japan to receive World Rugby certification, is poised to grow a crucial hub for both the … Read more
Puma Basketball is stepping up its game, announcing the launch of a new monthly newsletter, “PUMA BASKETBALL INFORMATION,” to keep fans abreast of the latest developments in the category. The inaugural edition, released today, details a series of exciting product drops slated for March 2026, including signature models from LaMelo Ball and Tyrese Haliburton, as … Read more
Kawasaki, Japan – March 16, 2026 – The schedule for the inaugural XLeague Premier season has been released, marking a new era for Japan’s top American football league. The league announced the full 11-game regular season schedule today, promising a competitive landscape as 11 teams battle for a playoff berth and a chance to compete … Read more