Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo, which decided to change coaches mid-season, held its first training session under new head coach Shingo Shibata, 40, as it begins its push to return to the J1 league within a year. Despite setting a return to the top division as its highest priority, the club has been languishing in 10th place in the J2 standings. (News On Japan)

More than 100 carp and other fish were found dead in the outer moat of Osaka Castle on the morning of August 13th, in what experts believe was caused by a lack of oxygen in the water. (News On Japan)

Foreign tourists are flocking to Kansai in record numbers, but along with the economic boost comes an unwelcome side effect: a surge in abandoned suitcases. In Osaka’s bustling Minami district, police and business owners are increasingly encountering luggage left on sidewalks and in alleys, some still in usable condition. (News On Japan)

US Treasury chief says Washington could increase secondary tariffs on India if talks don't go well in Alaska.

More than 100 aid organisations say they are increasingly being told they are "not authorised" to deliver supplies.

Trump, who described the call as "a ten", was urged to keep Ukraine's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday.

Aid groups warn of deepening starvation as trucks have been unable to deliver vital supplies.

Lai is accused of colluding with foreign forces under a Beijing-imposed national security law.

The first lady's lawyer has demanded that Joe Biden's son retract claims he made about how she met her husband.

The first lady's lawyer has demanded that Joe Biden's son retract claims he made about how she met her husband.

The astronomical event was captured on camera at North York Moors National Park on 13 August.

Australia is trying to grow its influence in the Pacific region, to counter China's increased power.

Australia is trying to grow its influence in the Pacific region, to counter China's increased power.

Kim Jong Un's sister added that the country had 'no will' to improve relations with South Korea.

Kim Jong Un's sister added that the country had 'no will' to improve relations with South Korea.

Japan has long been known for its rich martial arts tradition. From the precise throws of judo to the striking artistry of karate and the high-paced battles of kickboxing, the country has produced countless fighters and styles that are respected worldwide. (News On Japan)

If there's one thing male sports fans want, "it's more of me," the NFL footballer's girlfriend joked.

During the Obon holiday, Shinjuku’s Kabukicho To-Yoko area has drawn large numbers of young people, prompting Tokyo authorities to issue warnings. (News On Japan)

A peaceful town in Okayama, Kurashiki is often called Japan’s own Venice for its scenic canals and historical ambiance. This Kurashiki travel guide highlights the timeless charm of the Bikan Historical Quarter and its picturesque canal rides. Discover Ivy Square, a former cotton mill beautifully transformed into a vibrant cultural space. (Happy Trip)

The Kamakura Shogunate is set to fall and the Ashikaga will come to rise as a new ambitious Emperor, Go-Daigo, plunges Japan into a new age of war! This is the finale of the updated Setting the Stage series, as now, the stage is set for the eruption of the Sengoku period that is to come... (The Shogunate)