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CHIBA

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BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Apr 5, 2018
Ryumo Ono playing pivotal role in Chiba's success this season
Ryumo Ono doesn't receive the same recognition as talented teammates Yuki Togashi, Michael Parker and Gavin Edwards. But the veteran forward is an integral part of the Chiba Jets Funabashi's success, including back-to-back Emperor's Cup titles, since the league's inception.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Apr 3, 2018
Jets president Shinji Shimada aims high as team strengthens business plan
Attracting as many fans to arenas across the nation is vital for teams in the B. League to be successful.
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BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball / NPB Preview
Mar 28, 2018
Hawks look set to maintain stranglehold over Pacific League rivals
The following is the first of a two-part NPB preview beginning with the 2018 Pacific League.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 17, 2018
Brex make pivotal plays in closing seconds to beat Jets
The defending champion Tochigi Brex didn't have the same swagger and chemistry when the season began.
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BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Mar 15, 2018
Alvark guard Seiya Ando developing into a star
When Seiya Ando left the Akita Northern Happinets last summer to join the Alvark Tokyo for the 2017-18 campaign, it was an intriguing move to follow.
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JAPAN
Mar 14, 2018
Narita airport wins approval to expand hours for takeoffs and landings as noise concerns remain
The operator of Narita airport reached an agreement Tuesday with the Chiba Prefectural Government, local municipalities and the transport ministry on a plan to expand the hours for landings and takeoffs in bid to improve the facility's competitiveness as an international gateway.
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JAPAN
Mar 5, 2018
Piece of metal found near Narita airport probed as potential plane part
A 1-kg metal part found on a mountain near Narita airport is raising suspicions it's part of a plane that flew over the area.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 3, 2018
High-powered offense propels Jets past Sunrockers
Points came in a hurry for the home team at Funabashi Arena on Saturday, especially in the first and third quarters.
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LIFE / Travel
Mar 2, 2018
The surfing life is no breeze for Olympic hopefuls in Chiba Prefecture
Sixty years since its introduction to the country, Japan will host the world's first Olympic surfing competion. But where did Japan's surf scene begin?
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JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Feb 19, 2018
Four arrested over suspected Chiba arson-murder
Two men, a woman and a teenager were arrested Monday on suspicion of setting fire to a house in Chiba Prefecture and killing its sole resident.
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JAPAN
Feb 15, 2018
Chiba Bar Association to remove gender boxes from forms in line with new LGBT-sensitive policy
A local bar association said Wednesday that its policy toward the creation of a respectful environment for sexual minorities calls for removing unnecessary sex-identity questions on registration forms.
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BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Jan 30, 2018
Pitcher Hideaki Wakui staying put with Marines for 2018 season
The Chiba Lotte Marines announced Tuesday that right-hander Hideaki Wakui will stay with the club for the 2018 season, putting aside his major league aspirations.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 26, 2018
Victorious Brave Thunders see large lead evaporate down the stretch against rival Jets
The Kawasaki Brave Thunders jumped out to a big lead in the second and third quarters, then held off the pesky Chiba Jets Funabashi down the stretch on Friday.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 20, 2018
Jets rally in second quarter to seize control against B-Corsairs
The Chiba Jets Funabashi faced a 10-point deficit entering the second quarter on Saturday against the visiting Yokohama B-Corsairs.
BUSINESS / Companies
Jan 14, 2018
Japan's regional banks entering project financing industry to tap overseas boom in infrastructure projects
Japan's regional banks are strengthening overseas project financing operations to meet growing demand for funds needed to pursue infrastructure and energy development projects.
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BASKETBALL
Jan 7, 2018
Chiba beats Mikawa to capture second straight All-Japan Championship title
The Chiba Jets Funabashi rose to the occasion once again.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 6, 2018
SeaHorses overpower Brave Thunders, await showdown with Jets in Emperor's Cup final
The SeaHorses Mikawa took advantage of their depth and ferocious inside power to return to the Emperor's Cup final for the first time in two years.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 2, 2018
Golden Kings control fourth quarter to secure victory over Susanoo Magic
The Ryukyu Golden Kings outclassed the visiting Shimane Susanoo Magic in the fourth quarter of Tuesday's series finale.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 24, 2017
Yuki Togashi and Gavin Edwards power Jets past Diamond Dolphins in Christmas cracker
In a dazzling treat for basketball fans, the Chiba Jets Funabashi made a few more key plays down the stretch to seal an entertaining victory over the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins on Sunday.
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BUSINESS
Dec 24, 2017
Laundromats tap smartphones to offer payment service and info on open machines
A coin-laundry chain has launched a smartphone information service to help customers make more efficient use of laundromats as the industry enjoys a resurgence in demand from people juggling hectic schedules.

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