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Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 29, 2021
Medals on, masks off
The pandemic has changed the way Olympians receive their medals. But in the rush of elation, coronavirus rules and social distancing policies are routinely forgotten.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 29, 2021
What to watch on Day 6 of the Tokyo Olympics
A Masters champion begins his quest for home gold and a gigantic task ahead for Japan's greatest male tennis player highlight the Olympic schedule on Thursday.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Olympics badminton: Kento Momota undone in shock upset
World number one Kento Momota was stunned by number 38 South Korea's Heo Kwang-hee on Wednesday, going down 15-21, 19-21 and looking visibly despondent at each lost point.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Chizuru Arai makes it six golds in five nights for Japan's judoka
Arai, the world champion in 2017 and 2018, capped her Olympic debut by defeating Austria's Michaela Polleres to win the gold medal on Wednesday night at Nippon Budokan
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 28, 2021
Rails, nails and bails win over the Olympic spirit
The significance of Japan's Olympic gold-medal skateboarding wins is that they show there's a raft of sports that many don't take seriously but deserve credit.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
In Olympic cycling, Anna Kiesenhofer shocked the Dutch — and even herself
When the Tokyo Games conclude, one of the most remarkable stories will be that of cyclist Anna Kiesenhofer, who took gold in Sunday's road race against a field packed full of talent.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Day 5 recap: U.S. gymnast Simone Biles out of next Tokyo event, sharpening focus on mental health at Games
Athletes such as tennis superstar Naomi Osaka and now Biles have highlighted the immense pressures on them, raising questions about mental health issues.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
An injury almost ended Mikiko Ando's Olympics before they began. Now she's a bronze medalist.
Ando had severely hurt her knee when she dropped a 120-kg barbell just three weeks before the Tokyo Olympics.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Rugby's missed opportunity in Tokyo: From a packed house in 2019 to empty stands in 2021
Almost two years and a pandemic later, Tokyo Stadium sat empty for the finals of the OIympic rugby sevens match between New Zealand and defending champions Fiji.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
As athletics records tumble, new shoe technology puts comparisons in question
Since the arrival of thick-soled, carbon-plated road shoes and now their track spike equivalent, long-standing records set by the sport's all-time greats are being obliterated.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Twice is nice: Japan's Yui Ohashi wins second gold of the Games in women's 200-meter IM
Tomoru Honda also added to Japan's medal haul in the pool, earning a silver in the men's 200-meter butterfly.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Samurai Japan squeaks out walk-off win over Dominican Republic in Olympic baseball opener
The first game of any tournament is always tough, especially on one of the biggest stages in sports, and that was certainly the case for Samurai Japan on Wednesday.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Naomi Osaka’s Olympics exit dashes her hopes of gold on home turf
While the first days of competition have brought some cheer for Japan, the loss of Osaka dealt a sharp emotional blow and generated discussion over the state of her game.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 28, 2021
Surprising stocks see windfall as Japan tops Olympic medal table
The nation's haul of 11 gold medals is lifting everything from real estate stocks to the shares of seafood vendors with the most tenuous of links to the medalists.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 28, 2021
Foreign journalists make the best of 'stressful' Olympics COVID-19 rules
The health crisis has changed nearly every aspect of the Olympics for the roughly 4,600 media members from 2,000 outlets visiting Japan.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Kei Nishikori books spot in Olympic quarterfinals in men's singles
On another day of punishing heat in the capital, Nishikori beat Ilya Ivashka 7-6 (7), 6-0 in two hours at Ariake Tennis Park.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Morning finals forcing swimmers to adjust in Tokyo
The format has been switched up in Tokyo, which has forced competitors to adjust from their usual schedule.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Kasumi Ishikawa out of table tennis women's singles
Two-time Olympic team medalist Ishikawa got off to a good start by winning the opening game but her opponent stormed back to earn a five-game win.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 28, 2021
Prefectures near Tokyo to seek COVID-19 state of emergency
Kanagawa, Saitama and Chiba prefectures are currently under looser quasi-emergency restrictions but are seeing infections spike like in the capital.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021
Want to get in touch with Team Japan? Send a fax.
Terrestrial TV viewers have been asked to send messages of support to Team Japan through an online form, via Twitter or via fax (03-3481-0099, if you're interested).
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.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Trump makes his grand RNC entrance with a bandaged ear and a VP pick
Former U.S. President Donald Trump during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Monday
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
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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