Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA) announced on Wednesday that Yoko Tanabe, a judo Olympic medalist, has been appointed as its new president, according to an official statement from the organization. The 60-year-old former judoka, who won a bronze medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, will assume the role effective immediately, marking a significant shift in the … Read more
The Japan Professional Tennis Association (JPTA) and the Japan Stringing Association (JSA) have formalized a collaborative partnership aimed at enhancing the quality of tennis infrastructure and expanding the sport’s reach across Japan. This initiative focuses on standardizing equipment maintenance and improving the technical environment for players at all levels, from grassroots enthusiasts to competitive professionals. … Read more
B.League Players from Tokushima Hold Youth Basketball Clinic in Yoshinogawa City By Daniel Richardson | Editor-in-Chief, Archysport | Published June 24, 2024 Four professional basketball players from Tokushima Prefecture participated in a community outreach event on June 21, teaching fundamental skills to elementary school students in Yoshinogawa City as part of efforts to grow grassroots … Read more
Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles’ McCasker Powers Offense with Fourth Home Run Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles outfielder David McCasker delivered a decisive blow in the first inning of Wednesday’s Pacific League contest, launching a two-run home run into the left-field stands. The blast, his fourth of the season, provided an immediate offensive spark for the Eagles … Read more
Hoshoryu Encounters Judo Legend Teddy Riner After Paris Exhibition Ozeki Hoshoryu, currently one of the most prominent figures in professional sumo, recently crossed paths with French judo icon Teddy Riner during his return from a promotional tour in Paris. The meeting, which took place following the conclusion of Japan’s recent cultural exhibition events in the … Read more
Yoshihiro Takano and Olympic Judo Gold Medalist Lasha Bekauri: Rumored Historic Sumo vs. Judo Showdown Denied by Officials Tokyo, Japan — Rumors of a potential match between sumo’s Yoshihiro Takano (aka Yoshihiro Takano, ranked #1 in Japan’s sumo ranks) and Olympic judo gold medalist Lasha Bekauri (Tokyo 2020 -96kg champion) have circulated among Japanese sports … Read more
Hiroshima Toyo Carp vs. Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters: Interleague Showdown at J SPORTS STADIUM2026 On April 15, 2026, the Hiroshima Toyo Carp secured a 5-3 victory over the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters in a pivotal Central League-Pacific League interleague game at Sapporo Dome, according to official league records. The win bolstered Hiroshima’s lead in the … Read more
Seikō Gakuin vs. Sendai Ikuei: Spring 2026 Northeast Tournament Preview By Daniel Richardson | June 12, 2026 | Updated 14:30 UTC Seikō Gakuin will host Sendai Ikuei in a high-stakes clash on June 13, 2026 (local time: 13:00 JST / 04:00 UTC) at the Seikō Gakuin Baseball Field in Tokyo, a match that could determine … Read more
Dan Evans Announces Retirement: British Tennis Stalwart to Conclude Career After 2025 Wimbledon British tennis professional Dan Evans, a former world No. 21, has confirmed he will retire from professional tennis following his final appearance at Wimbledon in 2025. The 34-year-old announced his decision on social media, marking the end of a career that spanned … Read more
Mashiki Judo Club Makes History with First National Title for Kumamoto Prefecture The Mashiki Judo Club has secured a historic victory at the All Japan Boys and Girls Judo Tournament, marking the first time a team from Kumamoto Prefecture has captured the national championship. The young athletes traveled to the prefectural office this week to … Read more