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Mitoma upstages Minamino to stake World Cup, Premier League claims

Tokyo (AFP) - Two-goal hero Kaoru Mitoma could be Japan's secret weapon at the World Cup and will also hope to eventually make his mark in the Premier League with a Brighton side crying out for firepower.

AFP

Japan's hardcore train fans accused of going off the rails

Tokyo (AFP) - Crowding, confrontations and full-on attacks.Japan's many train fans are mostly mild-mannered enthusiasts passionate about the country's famed rail system, but a small group is gaining surprising notoriety.

AFP

Promising figures

A doll depicting Tsuyoshi Shinjo, the new manager of the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters and whose nickname is Big Boss, is on display at a shop of traditional Japanese doll maker Kyugetsu Co. in Taito Ward, Tokyo, on Wednesday. The company made dolls featuring "promising leaders" for this year's lineup…

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Tokyo Olympics expected to reveal final costs in June

Officials say the final cost of last year's Tokyo Olympics is expected to be about $13.6 billion when the organizing committee dissolves in June

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Japan, Russia Trade Barbs in Wake of Ukraine War

Moscow called off long-running peace treaty talks after Tokyo joined with the G-7 countries in imposing sanctions

Caixin Global

Scandal at Japanese brokerage widens with executive's arrest

The scandal at a top Japanese brokerage has widened with the arrest by Tokyo prosecutors of the vice president of SMBC Nikko Securities on charges of stock manipulation

The Independent UK

North Korea fires new ICBM in largest test since 2017

Seoul (AFP) - North Korea fired what could be its largest-ever intercontinental ballistic missile Thursday, Tokyo and Seoul said, a dramatic return to long-range testing that sparked outrage from neighbours and the United States.

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North Korea fires suspected 'long range' ballistic missile

Seoul (AFP) - North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile Thursday, Seoul and Tokyo said, apparently continuing a weapons testing blitz that could culminate with a major, long-range missile launch.

AFP

Toshiba shareholders reject spin-off plan in key vote

Tokyo (AFP) - Toshiba shareholders on Thursday voted against a proposal to split the Japanese conglomerate into two, dealing a fresh blow to management that will likely spell further turmoil for the embattled company.

AFP

Toshiba holds key shareholder vote on spin-off plan

Tokyo (AFP) - Toshiba shareholders will vote Thursday on a plan to split the embattled Japanese conglomerate into two that has already faced staunch opposition from key investors.

AFP

Ghostwire: Tokyo Review: Defeat disturbing spirits and master supernatural powers in this hauntingly beautiful city of the dead

Ghostwire: Tokyo blends urban horror and supernatural action in an eerie neon-lit haunted Tokyo combing contemporary japan with tradition and folklore

Daily Mirror

‘GhostWire: Tokyo’ release time, file size, editions, and pre-order bonuses

'Ghostwire Tokyo' will be released very soon, so here's everything you need to know about its launch.

Inverse

Tokyo court rejects case over N Korea repatriation program

A Tokyo court has cited a statute of limitations in rejecting a suit filed by five people seeking North Korea’s responsibility over abuses they said they suffered for decades when they were lured to the North by Pyongyang’s false promise of living in the “paradise on Earth.”

The Independent UK

Twin panda cubs at Ueno Zoo to go back on display Friday

The public will see heavier, more agile twin giant panda cubs when they are put back on display at Tokyo's Ueno Zoo on Friday.

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Japan will unveil more support for Ukraine at G7 summit, PM says

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday he planned to unveil more support measures for Ukraine and strengthen Tokyo's sanctions against Russia at a G7 meeting in Brussels.

AFP

Zelensky slams UN, urges reform in address to Japan

Tokyo (Japan) (AFP) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Japan's parliament Wednesday that the United Nations had failed over the conflict in his country and reforms were needed, calling for more pressure on Russia.

AFP

Unrepentant Folau targets Rugby World Cup return with Tonga

Tokyo (AFP) - Controversial Israel Folau is "definitely interested" in playing for Tonga at next year's Rugby World Cup and has "no regrets" over the homophobic comments that ended his Wallabies career.

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Japanese gymnast Hatakeda quits at 21 over injury, pandemic

Tokyo (AFP) - Japanese gymnast Hitomi Hatakeda has announced she will retire at 21 after suffering a spinal injury at last year's world championships and struggling with motivation during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Japan lifts power-supply warning for Tokyo and surrounding areas

Japan lifted a power-supply warning for Tokyo and surrounding areas on Wednesday as supply stabilised, a day after the government had warned of possible blackouts in the aftermath of an earthquake last week.

The Independent UK

Japan lifts power outage warning, but supply outlook fragile

Japan’s government lifted a warning of potential blackouts for the Tokyo region as weather and conservation efforts improved, but the supply outlook still appears fragile with several coal-fired plants offline

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Russia halts peace treaty talks with Japan over Ukraine sanctions

Russia's Foreign Ministry said Monday it has no intention of continuing peace treaty talks with Japan, an apparent reprisal against sanctions Tokyo has imposed on Moscow over the Ukraine invasion.

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TEPCO asks for supply from 7 firms; power consumption rate exceeds 100%

Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. announced Tuesday that its power supply would be supplemented by seven other major electric power companies nationwide to deal with surging demand in its service area.

The Independent UK

‘World’s best airport’ has indoor rainforest, slide, trampolines and rooftop pool

New airport ranking names Singapore, Tokyo and Mexico City airports among the best

Sports Illustrated

Celebrating Women’s History Month Through Iconic Sports Illustrated Photos

In honor of Women’s History Month, here are some of Sports Illustrated’s best photos of iconic women athletes throughout the years.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Japan Protests Russia Move to Drop Peace Talks over Ukraine

Japan said Tuesday it "strongly protests" Russia's decision to abandon talks on a World War II peace treaty because of Tokyo's strong response to the invasion of Ukraine. "The latest situation occurred as a result of Russia's aggression against Ukraine, and Russia's attempt to shift the issue to Japan-Russia relations…

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