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Kaz Nagatsuka
Kaz Nagatsuka is a staff writer covering Japanese sports, including Japanese professional baseball, basketball, American football and individual sports. He has covered big sporting events such as the World Baseball Classic, the NFL Super Bowl and soccer's World Cup.
BASKETBALL
Jul 24, 2007
Aono yearns to make big impact for Japan
He sank his body in a tiny chair — tiny for him — bending his back a bit, and gently talked with the reporters, looking at the eyes of each person.
BASKETBALL
Jul 17, 2007
Former UCLA player gets Japanese citizenship, spot on national hoops team
Most fans are probably not familiar with this name: J.R. Sakuragi. But if they hear the name J.R. Henderson, that may ring a bell.
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Jul 16, 2007
United States rallies to beat gutsy Japan
KAWASAKI — It was a really hard-fought thriller. And it was fitting that the tournament concluded in the most dramatic fashion imaginable with a finale between the two-time defending champions and the motherland of football.
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Jul 15, 2007
U.S., Japan in title clash
Two-time defending champions Japan versus the motherland of football, the United States — it couldn't have been a better matchup to conclude this tournament.
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Jul 15, 2007
Walker thrilled to play in Japan
In addition to representing his country there has been a bigger reason for Brig Walker's excitement about playing in the World Championships.
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Jul 8, 2007
Japan pummels France in IFAF World Cup opener
KAWASAKI — A triumphal journey has begun.
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Jul 5, 2007
QB Den: Hard work key to longevity in football
He takes a snap from the center and steps back, looking for a target to throw a pass to. But every receiver is covered, and defensive ends are surging toward him.
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Jul 5, 2007
Kinoshita gets chance to live dream
A new hope is born, and he could be the last hope as well.
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Jun 24, 2007
Japan announces World Cup roster
KAWASAKI — As if it showed pride, dignity and a bit of anxiety, Team Japan revealed its Hinomaru-colored red-and-white jersey — and its 45-man strong roster — for the 3rd IFAF World Championship on Saturday morning at Kawasaki Stadium's clubhouse.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Jun 23, 2007
Tuffy gives fans delight on, off field
As he walked back from the outfield after wrapping up his pre-game fielding practice, fans found him, ran down to the first row of the stands and yelled, "Tuffy! Give me your autograph!"
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Jun 20, 2007
Togura makes strong impression on national team
KAWASAKI— Eight years ago, the first American football World Cup kicked off, and Kazuya Togura did not know about the sport.
BASKETBALL
Jun 7, 2007
Orimo welcomes move to new team in Sapporo
He'd been a total stranger to the place for his entire life. But now Takehiko Orimo gets a huge welcome there as a messiah — and he intends to be one.
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Jun 1, 2007
Giants' Ogasawara talks softly but wields a big stick at plate
If you are a kid playing baseball and attend an instructional clinic at which a professional player teaches his elaborate techniques, you naturally become interested in absorbing those.
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
May 24, 2007
Closer Nakamura taking it a day at a time
When he left the locker room at Tokyo Dome carrying a big black bag, on the night he got his fifth save of the season against the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles at Tokyo Dome, unexpectedly, the closer didn't look happy.
BASKETBALL
May 17, 2007
Japanese shoot for dreams
This was no leisurely way to spend a weekend.
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May 15, 2007
Abe teaches team importance of mental focus
KAWASAKI — It was what he'd always said it would be.
BASKETBALL
May 11, 2007
bj-league holds final tryout
What a difference a year makes.
BASKETBALL
May 6, 2007
Competition never gets old for Sako
Around his ankles and knees, thick bandages were rolled with quite a lot of ice, and in a single moment, his legs looked as twice bulky.
BASKETBALL
Apr 21, 2007
Hatano's 'unyielding heart' the secret weapon for champ Osaka
Kazuya Hatano called himself a "non-committal" person. But the decision he made was perfectly correct.
BASKETBALL
Apr 20, 2007
JABBA sets schedule
Even after the FIBA World Championship ended, there is not time to play hooky.
Bluesky is booming in Japan — mainly for reasons other than U.S. politics
According to Similarweb, average monthly user numbers for Bluesky on Android in Japan quintupled in the 12 months to October.
Trump pledges 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and more levies on China
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump attends a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket, in Brownsville, Texas, on Nov. 19. Trump on Monday threatened to slap China, Mexico and Canada with hefty tariffs upon his return to the White House.
AI boom makes 139-year-old cable maker Japan’s hottest stock
Fujikura's headquarters in Tokyo's Koto Ward. The company's share price has surged by more than 400% this year.
Japan’s sauna movement: Relax, refresh, repeat
Totopa in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward was picked by consultants TTNE as the best sauna of the year.
Funeral held for Princess Yuriko at Tokyo cemetery
Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, followed by Princess Aiko and Princess Kako, prepare to attend a funeral service for Princess Yuriko at Toshimagaoka Cemetery in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Bluesky is booming in Japan — mainly for reasons other than U.S. politics
According to Similarweb, average monthly user numbers for Bluesky on Android in Japan quintupled in the 12 months to October.
How Japan can exit the fossil fuel subsidies it can’t seem to quit
A man walks past a gasoline station in Tokyo on Thursday.
Are you leaving your loved ones digital legacies or headaches?
The National Consumer Affairs Center reports a growing number of consultations regarding "digital legacies" — data and online services left behind when people die.
Rayssa Leal and Chloe Covell on Japan’s teen skaters: We are friends, not rivals
Brazil’s Rayssa Leal celebrates after winning the women's Street League Skateboarding competition on Saturday in Tokyo.
An iconic 32-foot doughnut might give Randy’s an edge in Japan
Randy's Donuts in Inglewood, California. Replicas of the giant doughnut sculpture will be installed, where possible, at shops in Japan.

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