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Shohei Ohtani's Former Interpreter's Alleged University Graduation Disputed

March 25, 2024 - 03:46
American media outlets have reported that the university which Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, claimed to have graduated from, has no record of his attendance. (News On Japan)
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Radio Calisthenics Gains Modern Appeal

March 24, 2024 - 14:48
Shuzo Matsuoka, an instructor who teaches "Radio Calisthenics" to 35,000 people annually, meets with Yuga Uehara, affectionately known as "Radio Sis," a devoted promoter of radio calisthenics. (News On Japan)
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Soccer: Japan-North Korea Matches Off the Table

March 24, 2024 - 03:37
During his farewell press conference on March 23, outgoing Japan Football Association President Kozo Tashima addressed the cancellation of the men's soccer World Cup Asian second-round qualifier between Japan and North Korea, which was scheduled for March 26. (News On Japan)
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MLB Initiates Investigation Into Gambling Scandal

March 24, 2024 - 01:31
The sudden termination of Shohei Ohtani's exclusive interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, has led to his attorney accusing Mizuhara of "committing grand larceny" due to illegal sports gambling debts paid from Ohtani's bank account. (News On Japan)
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MLB Not Investigating Shohei Ohtani

March 22, 2024 - 14:48
Local media report that Major League Baseball (MLB) is not conducting an investigation into Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers' player, amidst suspicions involving his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, in illegal gambling. (News On Japan)
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Ohtani's Interpreter Mizuhara Fired Amid Illegal Gambling Allegations

March 21, 2024 - 10:37
The Los Angeles Dodgers have terminated the contract of Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, following allegations of involvement in illegal sports gambling, as reported by local media. (News On Japan)
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Dog Sled Race Captivates Hokkaido Fans

March 21, 2024 - 07:13
A dog sled race, where teams compete against the clock as dogs pull sleds with riders, was held in Fukagawa City, Hokkaido, drawing wild enthusiasm from spectators at the high-speed event. (News On Japan)
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Ohtani Energizes Dodgers in MLB Opener in Seoul

March 21, 2024 - 02:13
In the opening game of the American Major League Baseball season at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul on Wednesday, Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani recorded two hits, one RBI, and one stolen base in the game against the San Diego Padres, contributing to the Dodgers' 5-2 victory. (News On Japan)
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現代の日本人の転向:これからの時代はパチンコか、それともigaming?

March 21, 2024 - 01:42
日本からのオンラインカジノへの参加人数は毎年のように増加し続けており、実際にそれが分かるデータとして2013年~2020年のオンラインカジノに関する消費生活相談窓口への相談件数は約10倍になっています。 (News On Japan)
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Former Top Division Sumo Wrestler Terutsuyoshi Retires

March 18, 2024 - 17:25
Terutsuyoshi, a former top division sumo wrestler known for his dynamic movement and vigorous salt-throwing ritual, has decided to retire. (News On Japan)
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Shohei Ohtani "Takes Over" Omotesando

March 18, 2024 - 16:18
Tokyo's Omotesando is currently filled with photographs of Shohei Ohtani, with an event organized by a major cosmetics manufacturer enlisting the superstar baseballer as its endorser. (News On Japan)
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Olympic Surfer Prepares the Next Generation

March 18, 2024 - 01:18
Shino Matsuda, confirmed as a representative for the Paris Olympics in surfing, attended a ceremony at her alma mater, Chigasaki Municipal Tokaigana Elementary School, to sign a sports promotion agreement with her hometown, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. (News On Japan)
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Ohtani's Photo with Wife Creates Buzz Ahead of Korea Trip

March 15, 2024 - 15:24
A photo of Shohei Ohtani and his wife posted on the Dodgers official X account early Friday morning is making waves in Japan ahead of his arrival in Korea. (News On Japan)
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Tour de Hokkaido Canceled Following Last Year's Fatal Accident

March 13, 2024 - 19:12
The Tour de Hokkaido, a road bicycle race that experienced a tragic accident resulting in the death of a participant last year, has officially decided to cancel this year's event. (News On Japan)
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オンラインベッティングの未来: レビューサイトが照らすブックメーカーの選び方

March 13, 2024 - 15:52
まず第一に、ベッティングの世界に踏み込むすべての愛好者にとって、オッズのダイナミクスを理解することは重要です。 (News On Japan)
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69-Year-Old Runner Dies After Falling During Tokyo Marathon

March 10, 2024 - 06:48
The Tokyo Marathon Foundation announced that a runner who participated in the Tokyo Marathon held on March 3rd fell during the race, was taken to the hospital, and has since passed away. (News On Japan)
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Female Executive Ratio Surpasses 30% in Japan Sports

March 8, 2024 - 10:12
The Japan Sports Association has conducted a survey among its member organizations regarding the participation of female executives and found that the percentage of female board members in national sports federations has exceeded 30% for the first time this fiscal year. (News On Japan)
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Japan's Surfing Olympians Prepare for Paris

March 4, 2024 - 08:56
Japan has secured 4 spots for surfing events in this year's Paris Olympics, with the results of the World Surfing Games determining three men and one woman surfer have qualified. (News On Japan)
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Should the Arizona Diamondbacks Sign Japanese Superstar Kona Takahashi?

March 2, 2024 - 17:28
In this article, we delve into the possibility of the Arizona Diamondbacks signing Japanese pitching sensation Kona Takahashi. (News On Japan)
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Wedding Bells for Ohtani

February 29, 2024 - 19:10
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has announced his marriage to a Japanese woman on his Instagram. (News On Japan)
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