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Sumo Ozeki Kotozakura talks of joy of clinching first Emperor's Cup

November 26, 2024 - 00:12
Ozeki Champion Kotozakura has expressed his joy at winning his first career title at the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament that ended on Sunday. He said he hopes to "catch up" to his late grandfather, former Yokozuna Grand Champion Kotozakura. (NHK)
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Ohtani receives third Major League Baseball MVP Award

November 23, 2024 - 04:05
Japanese baseball superstar Ohtani Shohei has received his third MVP award in Major League Baseball and his first in the National League. (NHK)
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Osaka Races to Become F1 'Holy Ground'

November 21, 2024 - 03:17
Initiatives to turn Osaka into the 'holy ground' of F1 are gaining momentum as discussions around building a new circuit have begun. (News On Japan)
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Ichiro Suzuki among 14 newcomers on 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot

November 20, 2024 - 08:06
The Baseball Hall of Fame ballot is being mailed to 400 members of the Baseball Writers Association of America this week, and that ballot includes 14 candidates appearing for the very first time. (News On Japan)
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A day in the Life of Japan's Elite Youth Soccer Players

November 18, 2024 - 01:27
An EXCLUSIVE look into the life (and eating habits) of Japan's Elite Youth Soccer Players at the GAMBA soccer academy in Osaka! 41 kids live, eat and train together to become professional soccer players. (Japanese Food Craftsman)
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Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024 | Li Shi Feng (CHN) [7] vs. Leong Jun Hao (MAS) | F

November 17, 2024 - 19:28
BWF TV is the official channel of the Badminton World Federation (BWF), where we bring to you live, catch-up and delayed streaming of the big events on the HSBC BWF World Tour (BWF TV)
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Ohtani wins 3rd MLB Silver Slugger Award

November 14, 2024 - 02:59
Japanese Major Leaguer Ohtani Shohei has won the Silver Slugger Award in the National League's designated hitter category for 2024. It is his third career winning of the prize, which he won for the second straight year. (NHK)
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Brazilian Players Allege Sexual Harassment in Japan

November 8, 2024 - 05:23
Two players from Japan’s Nadeshiko League have taken the rare step of publicly accusing their club of harassment, naming Diossa Izumo FC as the site of alleged sexual and power harassment by the team’s head coach. (News On Japan)
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Dodgers hold World Series victory parade, excite fans in Los Angeles

November 4, 2024 - 07:10
Major League Baseball World Series winner the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their championship with a victory parade in downtown Los Angeles on Friday. City officials estimate that more than 200,000 people attended. (NHK)
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Paris Olympians Enjoy 'Autumn Garden Party'

October 30, 2024 - 22:27
The Autumn Garden Party hosted by the Emperor and Empress on Wednesday saw lively conversations and laughter, especially with Haruka Kitaguchi, the javelin throw gold medalist. (News On Japan)
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2025 EWC Esports World Cup-China Exchange successfully concluded in Shanghai

October 28, 2024 - 23:40
This June, Tencent E-sports officially launched the “Empower Esports Worldwide Series.” (News On Japan)
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Dodgers say Ohtani has partially dislocated shoulder

October 27, 2024 - 20:17
Shohei Ohtani suffered a subluxation of his left shoulder during an attempted steal of second base Saturday night, potentially putting his availability for the rest of this World Series in jeopardy. (ESPN)
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Japanese Archer to Retire After Six Straight Olympics

October 22, 2024 - 02:12
Archery athlete Takaharu Furukawa, who competed in six consecutive Olympic Games and won a silver medal in the individual event at the 2012 London Olympics, announced on October 21st that he would retire from competition after the All-Japan Championships, which begin on October 25th at Tokyo Yumenoshima Park Archery Field. (News On Japan)
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Japan v Australia | Highlights | FIFA World Cup 2026 Third Round Qualifier

October 16, 2024 - 05:09
FIFA World Cup 2026 Third Round AFC Asian Qualifier, Australia v Japan, at Saitama Stadium 2002 on Tuesday 15 October. (Football Australia)
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Golf Star Ai Miyazato Gives Inspiring Talk

October 15, 2024 - 13:53
Professional golfer Ai Miyazato hosted the 5th Ai Miyazato Invitational Supported by SUNTORY, a junior girls' tournament held in her hometown of Okinawa. (News On Japan)
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Toyota Re-Enters Formula 1

October 14, 2024 - 05:54
Toyota Motor Corporation announced last Friday that it has partnered with the American F1 team, Haas, to collaborate on vehicle development, marking Toyota's return to the sport after withdrawing in 2009. (News On Japan)
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Japan continues perfect start | Saudi Arabia - Japan | Highlights

October 14, 2024 - 00:09
Enjoy the highlights of the match between Saudi Arabia and Japan from matchday 3 of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ Road to 26. (AFC Asian Cup)
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Japan's Top-Ranked Fighter | Every Tatsuro Taira Finish

October 10, 2024 - 04:19
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