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SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Apr 28, 2021

Sumo's living history traced through its banzuke

The ranking sheets, which have been produced since the 18th century, serve not only as keepsakes but as snapshots of the sport's changes over time.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Apr 9, 2021

U.S. Olympic hopefuls open to receiving COVID-19 vaccine

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) reiterated that it would not require athletes to get a shot to compete in Tokyo, but will encourage them to do so.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Mar 2, 2021

Taku Lee poised to end long wait for Japan's first NFL player

The Obic running back and 2020 X League MVP, who is currently taking part in an NFL program for potential international talent in Florida, is generating hype as a player to watch.
Japan Times
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Mar 2, 2021

NFL International executive sees widening path for Japanese players

Globalization is a key component of professional sports leagues around the world and the National Football League is no exception, despite its reputation as a U.S.-centric league, which stems in part from its smaller slate of international players compared with other major North American competitions....
Japan Times
Rugby
Feb 25, 2021

France's Six Nations tilt against Scotland in doubt again after new COVID-19 case

France's Six Nations game against Scotland is in doubt again on after the French rugby federation (FFR) suspended training on Thursday because of another player testing positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number infected to 11.
Japan Times
Rugby
Feb 22, 2021

Two more French players test positive for COVID-19 ahead of next Six Nations match

Center Arthur Vincent and hooker Julien Marchand have tested positive for COVID-19, the French rugby federation (FFR) said, bringing the total number of players infected to five as France gears up for its Six Nations clash against Scotland next Sunday.
Japan Times
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Dec 31, 2020

In 2020, sports was about staying safe and speaking out

When the pandemic subsides, what will endure from 2020 in sports?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Issues / JUST BE CAUSE
Dec 31, 2020

2020 was a watershed year for Japan's foreign residents

Increased discussion on the status of biracial Japanese, media misinterpretations of foreign communities and a bungled border policy made up our 2020.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Dec 29, 2020

Athletes head into 2021 uncertain over Olympic qualification outlook

Many Olympic sports are still working to schedule events that will give athletes a fair opportunity to earn a place in the postponed Tokyo Games.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Nov 12, 2020

Hope rises for Tokyo Games after gymnastics event sticks the landing

Tuesday also brought a small ray of hope for Olympic organizers, as drugmaker Pfizer Inc. announced its experimental COVID-19 vaccine was 90% effective per initial trial results.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Oct 28, 2020

Banzuke remains essential part of sumo culture

Distributed before each grand tournament, the hand-written rankings list has been a part of the sport's lore for centuries.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 25, 2020

Lee Kun-hee, who transformed Samsung Electronics, dies at 78

Lee built the company into the electronics powerhouse of today, becoming synonymous with the rise of South Korea on a global economic stage.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Oct 21, 2020

Venerable Ryogoku Kokugikan has allowed sumo to successfully cope with pandemic

Possessing its own full-size arena has allowed the Japan Sumo Association to easily switch tournaments scheduled for other cities to its home base in Tokyo.
Japan Times
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Oct 20, 2020

Australia still negotiating India's arrival for test series

Only a few weeks before the players are due to start arriving, Cricket Australia are still negotiating with Queensland health officials over the quarantining of the India team ahead of their blockbuster test series.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Oct 17, 2020

With fortunes waning in Japan, sake finds a new home abroad

As the world's hunger for Japanese cuisine grows, so does its thirst for the country's iconic drink.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Sep 30, 2020

JSA pulls off another successful tournament in COVID-19 era

After managing a second basho with fans at Ryogoku Kokugikan, the Japan Sumo Association still faces a number of challenges going forward.
Japan Times
SUMO
Sep 9, 2020

Sumo would benefit from picking up tips from other sports

There are ways to modernize and copy what is happening in sports worldwide without detracting from what it is that makes sumo special.

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