Baseball
Ichiro Suzuki Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame
During his candid and humorous induction ceremony speech, Ichiro Suzuki shared memories of his illustrious baseball career and lessons he's learned in...
Sumo
Kotoshoho Wins Nagoya Basho to Claim His 1st Emperor's Cup
In the first grand sumo tournament held at IG Arena, 15th-ranked maegashira Kotoshoho secured the Nagoya Basho title with a 13-2 record.
Features
JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK | Sorato Shimizu Sets 100-Meter Under-18 World Record
Teenage sprinter Sorato Shimizu ran the boys 100-meter final in 10.0 seconds at the Japan Inter-High School Championships in Hiroshima.
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Boxing
/ 1 year agoANALYSIS | Three of Japan's Best Boxers Showcased in a Triple World Title Delight
An important fight card took place in Tokyo on February 24, and three Japanese boxers enhanced their reputations in front of...
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Features
/ 1 year ago[ICE TIME] Mao Shimada Aiming for More History at World Junior Championships
Mao Shimada has a shot at becoming the third woman to repeat as world junior champion, joining Elena Radionova and Alexandra...
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Horse Racing
/ 1 year agoSaudi Cup Recap: Japanese Thoroughbreds Fare Well in Riyadh Races
Yuga Kawada pilots Ushba Tesoro to a runner-up finish in the G1 Saudi Cup, and Japanese horses Forever Young and Remake...
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Basketball
/ 1 year agoJapan Edges China in a Tense FIBA Asia Cup Qualifier
The win in the opening round of FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers was Japan's first over China in a major men's basketball...
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Basketball
/ 1 year agoJapan Ends 88-Year Wait, Sweeps FIBA Window 1 with Victory Over China
Japan made history by defeating China 76-73, marking a triumphant sweep of Window 1 in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers,...
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Features
/ 1 year ago[JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Sumo Stablemaster Miyagino Demoted as Punishment for Wrestler's Violence at Stable
Emphasizing the stablemaster's responsibility for his wrestler's behavior, the JSA cut his pay and demoted the winningest yokozuna in sumo history...
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News
/ 1 year agoProfessional Fighters League & U-NEXT Announce Multi-year Agreement
This unprecedented agreement with U-NEXT begins with the PFL Champions vs Bellator Champions mega-global event on February 24.
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Features
/ 1 year ago[ICE TIME] Japan Contingent at Challenge Cup Led by Kaori Sakamoto
Sakamoto and Yuna Aoki will represent Japan in women's singles at the Challenge Cup, with Kazuki Tomono and Tatsuya Tsuboi set...
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Features
/ 1 year ago[ODDS and EVENS] Hideki Matsuyama Returns to Winning Form at the Genesis Invitational
Veteran golfer Hideki Matsuyama rallied to win the PGA Tour event, carding a 9-under 62 in the final round and achieving...
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Winter Sports
/ 1 year agoMiho Takagi Wins Individual Gold at World Championships with Victory in 1,500m
In a stellar display of athleticism, the Japanese sensation notched her second individual World Single Distances title, conquering the 1,500 event.