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Former Waseda University Baseball Coach Toru Nomura Dies at 89

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Legacy of Grit: Waseda University Baseball Legend Toru Nomura Dies at 89 The Japanese baseball community is mourning the loss of Toru Nomura, the former head coach of the Waseda University baseball team, who passed away on April 8, 2026. Nomura was 89. According to reports, he died from pneumonia, and funeral services will be … Read more

Hikaru Sone Wins 4th Judo Title as Olympic Gold Medalist Aaron Wolf Switches to Pro Wrestling

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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