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NEW YEAR

Japan Times
SUMO
Jan 11, 2018
Kakuryu and Kisenosato set to make comebacks at New Year Basho
Two of the three yokozuna, Kakuryu and Kisenosato, said Thursday they will make their comebacks at the upcoming New Year Grand Sumo Tournament after both top-ranking wrestlers missed all or part of the last four meets due to injuries.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 2, 2018
Traditional events to welcome Year of the Dog
For many city dwellers, the beginning of the year is a time to rest the body and the soul — be it at home or at an onsen (hot spring) resort — but for others, it's a perfect time to go out and enjoy themselves on the town.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 1, 2018
How Japan greeted the dawn of 2018
Japan was in a festive mood Monday to celebrate the new year as 2018 was greeted with sunrise viewing parties and crowd control.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
Jan 1, 2018
Amid tight security, hundreds of couples ring in new year at mass Jakarta wedding
Hundreds of Indonesian couples celebrated New Year's Eve on Sunday night by tying the knot in a mass wedding in Jakarta.
Japan Times
JAPAN / IN PICTURES
Jan 1, 2018
The annual rites of passage into the new year
On Sunday, people across Japan marked the passing of 2017 and the arrival of the new year at temples and shrines, both big and small.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design
Dec 31, 2017
A few ways to go the whole dog in 2018
Cats may have surpassed dogs as pets in Japan for the first time in more than 20 years, but that hasn't stopped the nation preparing for the year of the dog with canine events and all manner of engimono lucky charms to see you through the year. Here are a few picks for those who want to indulge in a...
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel
Dec 29, 2017
Here comes the sun: Recommended hatsuhinode spots
The first sunrise of the new year represents a chance for a new beginning and so it's hardly surprising that some once viewed the first rays of the sun on Jan. 1 with special reverence. It was believed to be the moment that Toshigami, god of the new year, descends from heaven and bestows happiness on...
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 29, 2017
Big Apple's finest pull out all stops to thwart New Year's Eve suicide bombers
The New York Police Department is providing officers with specialized training to stop any suicide bombers at Sunday's New Year's Eve celebration, when up to 2 million people will flood the streets of Times Square, officials said on Thursday.
Japan Times
SUMO
Dec 26, 2017
Hakuho poised to tie another record at New Year tourney
Yokozuna Hakuho will take the next step in his career achievement calendar next month when he steps into the ring to start the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament on Jan. 14.
COMMUNITY / Voices / OVERHEARD
Dec 23, 2017
Enthusiasm over new year cards comes in many shapes and forms
'Do you have those ¥18 stamps to send New Year's postcards abroad?'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 27, 2017
Tourists flock to Japan to kick off Chinese New Year
The Lunar New Year holiday season kicked off Friday as Chinese and other tourists jammed major airports ahead of Asia's traditional turn of the year on Saturday.
Japan Times
SUMO
Jan 23, 2017
Kisenosato set to gain promotion, becoming first Japan-born yokozuna in 19 years
Ozeki Kisenosato is set to become the first Japanese-born yokozuna in 19 years after a Japan Sumo Association advisory body recommended his promotion on Monday.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jan 22, 2017
Kisenosato boosts case for promotion to yokozuna
Ozeki Kisenosato came one step closer to becoming yokozuna as he twisted down hard-shoving Mongolian yokozuna Hakuho on Sunday, the final day of the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jan 21, 2017
Ozeki Kisenosato clinches first title
Ozeki Kisenosato dispatched maegashira Ichinojo on Saturday and then cashed in on a slip-up by yokozuna Hakuho to capture his long-awaited first championship at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jan 20, 2017
Leader Kisenosato improves to 12-1 as Goeido withdraws from tournament
Kisenosato's hopes of capturing his first championship title were given another boost after his scheduled opponent on Friday, fellow ozeki Goeido, withdrew from the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jan 19, 2017
Kisenosato remains in control of title chase
Ozeki Kisenosato took another major step toward his first championship title with a win over Ikioi Thursday, keeping him in sole possession of the lead at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jan 18, 2017
Ozeki Kisenosato tops Endo to keep slim lead
Perennial bridesmaid Kisenosato dug himself out of a hole to maintain a one-win advantage, while Kakuryu became the second yokozuna to withdraw from the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament on Wednesday, the 11th day of the 15-day basho.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jan 18, 2017
Kakuryu pulls out of New Year Basho
Kakuryu became the second yokozuna to pull out of the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament when the Mongolian withdrew Wednesday due to a right leg injury.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jan 17, 2017
Kisenosato maintains grip on overall lead
Kisenosato kept his cool and reclaimed the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament lead on Tuesday, the 10th day of the 15-day basho.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jan 16, 2017
Kisenosato, Hakuho both lose on day of shocks
Ozeki Kisenosato surrendered his lead at the top of the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament, but Mongolian yokozuna Hakuho also fell for his second straight defeat on Monday, the tourney's ninth day.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt at political rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is surrounded and evacuated by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at the rally after shots rang out.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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