All posts tagged "sports"
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Features
/ 3 weeks ago[ODDS and EVENS] Highs and Lows and Other Observations from the World of Sports
There's always a lot happening in sports. Shohei Ohtani belts a big homer, Tomokazu Harimoto wins an Asian table tennis title...
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Olympics and Paralympics
/ 2 months agoParis Paralympic Games: Japan's Para Athletes Inspire the World
From rugby and badminton to swimming, Japanese athletes are excelling at the Paralympic Games, each victory reflecting their relentless pursuit of...
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Judo
/ 3 months agoJapan's Judo Journey: Olympic Excellence Through the Decades
From Tokyo 1964 to Paris 2024, Japan's judo team has excelled, securing medals and showcasing remarkable talent and strategic evolution in...
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Olympics and Paralympics
/ 3 months agoJapanese Technology at the Paris Olympics: From Innovative Footwear to Enduring Torches
Japanese technology contributed to the Paris Olympics with ASICS's new marathon footwear, Panasonic's DJ turntables, and eco-friendly sportswear.
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Baseball
/ 3 months agoGovernor Yuriko Koike Injured in Ceremonial First Baseball Pitch
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike fractured a knee during a ceremonial first pitch at Jingu Stadium on August 6. She said she...
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Olympics and Paralympics
/ 3 months ago2024 Paris Olympics: Tokyo's Take on the Games
As the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games unfold, Japan's enthusiasm shines. Public reactions range from pride to varying comparisons with...
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Olympics and Paralympics
/ 4 months agoHigh School Swimming Star Mizuki Hirai Ready to Take on the Paris Olympics
Swimming prodigy Mizuki Hirai won the 100-meter butterfly at Japan's Olympic trials in March. Now, she has her sights on success...
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Olympics and Paralympics
/ 4 months agoNew Challenges for Olympic Athletes: Keeping Out the Prying Eyes
Efforts to combat voyeurism aimed at Olympic athletes and others are getting help from innovations like Mizuno's infrared-resistant uniforms and more.
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Judo
/ 6 months agoKosei Inoue: Judo, Rugby Athletes Find New Ways to 'Return the Favor' of Support for Sports
As athletes, we received support and strength from many people. Now, we hope to return the favor by looking for ways...
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Soccer
/ 6 months agoSelf-Assembled Soccer Ball by Molten Inspires Dreams in Asian Children
Molten, a renowned sports equipment manufacturer, recently introduced the world's first self-assembled soccer ball, eliminating the need for an air pump.
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Olympics and Paralympics
/ 9 months agoEDITORIAL | Honami Maeda's New Marathon Record Sets the Bar for Olympic Hopefuls
At the Nagoya Women's Marathon in March, Japanese runners vying to make the Olympic team will have to beat the national...
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Features
/ 10 months ago[ODDS and EVENS] Success and Confidence are Interlinked in Sports
Insights on success in sports from snowboarder Mitsuki Ono, basketball player Yuki Togashi, boxer Kenshiro Teraji and surfer Kana Nakashio.