Asahikawa Branch Qualifiers: Furano Dominates, Kyokuei Edges Out Kyokuryu in Spring High School Baseball Action The road to national glory in Japanese youth sports is paved with grueling regional qualifiers, and the Spring High School Baseball Branch Qualifiers in Hokkaido are no exception. On May 8, the Asahikawa branch witnessed a stark contrast in competition, … 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
Takahiko Fukuda’s path to becoming president of SOMPO Care Foods began not in a boardroom, but on a baseball diamond. Born in Yokohama in 1977, Fukuda dedicated his early life to the sport, starting at age five and pitching through high school where he attracted attention as a potential professional draft pick. Instead of pursuing … Read more
Riku Okada Claims First All-Japan Title, Sets Sights on Asian Games Gold Riku Okada has officially announced his arrival on the national stage. The 23-year-old standout from Sapporo captured his first title in the men’s 90kg category at the All-Japan Selected Judo Weight Category Championships, securing his place as Japan’s representative for the upcoming Asian … 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