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Why Hunter's become the hunted in centre Test battle

Hunter Paisami has backed Isaac Henry to show why new Wallabies coach Les Kiss rates him so highly when the long-time clubmates wear gold in Osaka.

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Wallabies need to handle the heat as Les Kiss era begins in sweltering Japan

Australia’s new head coach refused to cool expectations before a rugby international in Osaka with a short runway to hosting the 2027 World Cup

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IRCTC launches 10-day all-inclusive Japan tour package from Delhi starting around Rs 3.46 lakh

IRCTC offers a ten-day escorted tour package to Japan departing September sixth. This all-inclusive holiday covers flights, accommodation, visa, meals, and sightseeing across key cities. Travellers will experience Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, including a bullet train journey. The package starts at ₹3,45,999 per person for triple-sharing accommodation. This tour…

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Railways Japan Tour Package 2026: Explore Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Mount Fuji & Hiroshima for Rs 3.5 lakh with flights, hotels, buses, meals, guide and insurance included

IRCTC offers meticulously crafted tour packages to Japan specifically designed for Indian travelers. The all-inclusive packages encompass flights, accommodations, meals, and guided tours. Notable upcoming tours feature an extensive 8-night itinerary departing from Delhi and a 9-night adventure starting from Ahmedabad, highlighting iconic locations such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Mount…

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'Never rule out Quade': familiar face in Wallabies camp

Quade Cooper, who played and now coaches in Osaka, has aided preparations in the city ahead of the Wallabies' clash with Japan.

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Jones plots Japan history, Kiss braces for rough ride

Les Kiss and Eddie Jones have history but the coaches have kept things civil ahead of a Test meeting in Osaka that serves as a full-circle moment.

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Les is more: Kiss seeks balance in first Test at helm

There is continuity, but Wallabies coach Les Kiss has still made nine changes for his first Test in charge, against Eddie Jones's Japan in Osaka.

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Inexperienced halves pair get nod for first Wallabies Test under new coach Les Kiss

New Australian coach Les Kiss has thrown his support behind Ryan Lonergan and Declan Meredith for the match against Eddie Jones’s Japan in Osaka

The Guardian - AU

Knife-wielding man killed in rare police shooting in Japan

Authorities say they are investigating man’s identity and circumstances surrounding his shooting

The Independent UK

Which cities in Japan are candidates to become the 'second capital'?

Japan’s search for a potential secondary capital is putting a spotlight on destinations beyond Tokyo. Here’s why these contenders are worth adding to your travel bucket list.

Euronews

'Play fast': the Wallabies ready for an up-tempo Japan

Knowing a first-up win in the Les Kiss era is non-negotiable, the Wallabies have turned up the heat ahead of Saturday's showdown with Japan in Osaka.

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Revealed: New York and Paris top global tourism city attractiveness index

A new ranking has named the world’s most attractive cities for 2026, with American and Asian destinations taking the lead for being globally recognisable and offering distinct visitor experiences.

Euronews

Kiss era begins as Wallabies plan for Eddie's Japan

Les Kiss has addressed the Wallabies for the first time as coach as the squad began preparations for Eddie Jones' Japan in Osaka.

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Thai volleyballers shock Brazil with straight-sets win

The Thai women’s volleyball team shocked world No.2 Brazil with a straight-sets victory in the Volleyball Nations League tournament in Osaka on Saturday afternoon.

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Japan beat Thailand as VNL survival battle heats up

Thailand suffered their second straight loss in Osaka after going down to hosts Japan 3-1 (25-15, 25-21, 22-25, 25-22) on Thursday at the FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026 preliminary phase.

Bangkok Post

Thailand swept aside by mighty US in VNL opener

Thailand lost to United States 3-0 (25-21, 25-18, 25-20) in their opening game of the third and last week of the FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026 preliminary phase in Osaka, Japan, on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Thailand captain Pornpun targets two wins in Osaka

Thailand start the third and final week of the FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026 in Osaka, Japan, today, with captain Pornpun Guedpard setting a bold target of securing two wins despite facing world-class opponents.

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I’m A Street Photographer Who Visited Japan And Captured Its Two Very Different Sides (30 Pics)

I went to Japan. And in those ten days, I realised one thing: there is no better country to photograph for someone who does street photography, and not only that. I’ve only just started going through the photos I took, and here I’m sharing a small selection, just a small…

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25 Incredible Glass Food Sculptures By A Japanese Artist Who Has Mastered The Art Of Illusion

This Osaka-based artist has become known for transforming one of the world's most unforgiving materials into remarkably lifelike food sculptures. Working with molten glass at temperatures exceeding 1,000°C, Ito combines traditional glassblowing techniques with meticulous craftsmanship to recreate the colors, textures, and subtle imperfections that make real food look so…

The Times of India

Japan braces for twin tropical storms, airlines cancel over 100 flights

As two tropical storms, Mekkhala and Higos, approach Japan, residents brace for severe weather alerts and over 100 flight cancellations. Flood warnings have been issued for southern regions, particularly affecting Kyoto and Osaka, where heavy rainfall raises the risk of landslides. Both automakers and a US-Japan military exercise are also…

The Economic Times

Scientists built a battery-free device that turns sunlight into fuel

Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University have developed a battery-free artificial photosynthesis system that continuously converts sunlight, water and carbon dioxide into formic acid, a useful liquid fuel and energy-storage chemical. By redesigning the electrolyser to self-regulate under changing sunlight conditions, the team eliminated the need for batteries and complex electronic…

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Agoda Reveals Top Family-Friendly Urban Hubs for the 2026 School Summer Break

SINGAPORE, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has revealed that Thai travelers are prioritizing family-friendly destinations for the 2026 summer holidays, focusing on places that combine world-famous attractions with a safe, easy-to-navigate environment. The insights are based on accommodation searches on Agoda from 1 January to 30…

Bangkok Post

Centel expands in Japan with Osaka hotel

SET-listed Central Plaza Hotel (Centel) is capitalising on the growing Japanese tourism sector with the launch of Centara Life Namba Hotel Osaka, its second hotel in Osaka.

MusicRadar

“He let me into the basement with all his secret stuff and he had 10 Dumbles down there. It was the biggest collection I’ve ever seen in person!” Jake Kiszka on the time he went shopping for the world’s most expensive guitar amp in Japan

And it was then when the Greta Van Fleet guitarist realised that the über-rare holy grail tube amp was still a little steep for his liking...

Cycling Weekly

Quirk Cycles wins best road bike at Bespoked London 2026

The Hackney builder’s Durmitor takes the prize from judge Robin Mather – with Bespoked Osaka next on the calendar in Japan

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