The Nagoya Women’s Marathon was held on March 9th, with Saya Sato finishing second overall and first among Japanese runners, clocking a personal best of 2 hours, 20 minutes, and 59 seconds. Her strong performance significantly bolstered her chances of securing a spot in the World Championships. (News On Japan)

A special train wrapped with images of past and present Hanshin Tigers players has begun operations to commemorate the team's 90th anniversary. (News On Japan)

Tsubasa Ichiyama was the highest-finishing Japanese male runner in the Tokyo Marathon on Sunday, who placed 10th with a time of 2 hours, 6 minutes, and 0 seconds. (News On Japan)

Former sumo elder Tokitsukaze has been arrested. Masahiro Sakamoto, 51, formerly known as Tokitsukaze, is suspected of illegally parking his vehicle on a street in Ryogoku, Sumida Ward, Tokyo, on February 5th, while displaying a forged “No Parking Exemption Permit” on his dashboard. (News On Japan)

The 2025 Okinawa Marathon kicked off at 9 a.m. on Sunday, with runners dashing through central Okinawa. Known as one of the most grueling courses in the country due to its steep inclines, the marathon challenged runners to push forward at their own pace toward the finish line. (News On Japan)

Kabuki actor Ichikawa Danjuro, serving as an official ambassador for the Formula 1 Japan Grand Prix, visited Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture on February 16th. (News On Japan)

A promotional event for Season 11 of the Formula E world series, an all-electric vehicle (EV) racing championship, was held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building ahead of the Tokyo race, scheduled to take place in Ariake on May 17th and 18th. (News On Japan)

The Los Angeles Dodgers, aiming for their second consecutive World Series title, will begin spring training for battery players on February 11th (February 12th Japan time) in Glendale, Arizona. (News On Japan)

A discussion on the future of Japanese professional baseball was held with three prominent business figures: Kohei Takashima, Yozo Tachibana, and Takafumi Horie. (News On Japan)

Japanese golfer Matsuyama Hideki clinched his 11th career PGA Tour victory at the season-opening event on Sunday in the US state of Hawaii. Matsuyama finished with a PGA Tour record total of 35-under par. (News On Japan)

The concentration and commitment are two of the most valued aspects of NRL players. However, there is more to them than meets the eye – their superstitions and pre-match rituals. (News On Japan)

Shinya Wada, a visually impaired world-class para-athlete in track and field, and his guide runner, Takumi Hasebe, strive for the pinnacle of global competition. Their partnership exemplifies trust and communication as essential elements in overcoming challenges. (News On Japan)

Konishiki, a former sumo wrestler and current television personality, held a press conference at a hospital in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, on December 23rd, revealing that he had been suffering from kidney failure. (News On Japan)

I've been wanting to trail run on the Kumano Kodo for the longest time so to finally get to do it was such a delight! This was one of my favourite trips we made in the whole year and I can't believe the kinds of places we got to see. Maybe one day I'll be back to try the other routes... (Currently Hannah)

The Athletics Awards, an annual ceremony organized by the Japan Association of Athletics Federations, was held on December 19th in Tokyo. Haruka Kitaguchi, who became the first female athlete to win the annual MVP award for two consecutive years, expressed her mixed emotions during the event. (News On Japan)

The football game has had numerous tactical schemes over its long history, and they are all aimed at winning the game. (News On Japan)

Across Japan, participation in citizen marathons has been steadily declining. In Aichi Prefecture, a citizen marathon with a history of over 50 years will come to an end in 2024. (News On Japan)

Japan's architectural methods have captivated the world by uniting legacy, advancement, and creativity. (News On Japan)

Keio University professor Nakamura highlighted research showing that participation in sports and leadership activities during childhood could lead to higher future earnings. Studies found that boys involved in high school sports earned 4.2% to 14.8% more than their peers 11 years after graduation, while similar research indicated that women benefited even more. (News On Japan)

The Japanese sports betting ecosystem stands apart from many global markets due to its distinctive blend of traditional gambling culture and modern regulatory oversight. (News On Japan)