Weekly sports news, commentary, and analysis
JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK, launched in May 2020, is a regular multi-sport column of JAPAN Forward's dedicated sports website, SportsLook.
Be informed
News, commentary, and analysis for the week.
All in one
Covering a wide range of Japanese sports, leagues, teams, and athletes, introducing readers to sports beyond the daily headlines.
Global coverage
Updates on overseas-based Japanese athletes, including MLB, NBA, European soccer, and golf.
"Your weekly insightful snapshot of the Japanese sporting scene."
Colin Morrison, sports Journalist
Latest Articles
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