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RUGBY

Rugby
Jun 6, 2017
Brave Blossoms recall Ono for upcoming tests
Hitoshi Ono's hopes of playing 100 test matches were restored Tuesday when he was recalled to the Brave Blossoms for the June tests, the Japan Rugby Football Union announced.
Japan Times
Rugby
Jun 5, 2017
Rugby hero Goromaru returning to Yamaha
Japan's 2015 Rugby World Cup hero Ayumu Goromaru is rejoining his old side Yamaha Jubilo after a year-and-a-half playing in Australia and France, the fullback revealed Monday on his website.
Japan Times
PARALYMPICS / Summer Paralympics
May 28, 2017
Wheelchair rugby ready to crash Tokyo 2020 party
Japan's No. 7 catches the ball but before he has time to react, a hulking, tattooed Australian is bearing down on him.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 27, 2017
Cheetahs blow out Sunwolves
The Sunwolves failed to pick up their second win of the Super Rugby season on Saturday after a 47-7 defeat to South Africa's Cheetahs.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 21, 2017
Sharks outclass lowly Sunwolves
The Sunwolves were once again reminded Saturday of the gulf that exists between Super Rugby and the Top League in a 38-17 defeat to the Sharks at Singapore National Stadium.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 19, 2017
Sunwolves' Matsushima relishing clash with former team Sharks
Sunwolves fullback Kotaro Matsushima has extra reason for the Japanese Super Rugby side to come away with a win against the Sharks this weekend.
Rugby
May 18, 2017
Sunwolves veterans return to bolster lineup before match against Sharks
There were some familiar faces on show Thursday as the Sunwolves trained on the grounds of UWCSEA international school ahead of Saturday's Super Rugby game against South Africa's Sharks at Singapore National Stadium.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 17, 2017
Sunwolves stay positive despite steep learning curve
The Sunwolves may have won only one game out of 10 so far this season, but Japan's Super Rugby team is confident that its efforts will pay off somewhere down the line.
Rugby
May 17, 2017
All Blacks to tour Japan in November 2018
Japan will play the two-time defending Rugby World Cup champions All Blacks in a November test match next year, the two unions announced jointly on Wednesday.
Rugby
May 16, 2017
Former Japan captain Leitch set to return
Michael Leitch is heading back to Japan after announcing Tuesday that this season will be his last Super Rugby campaign with the Chiefs.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 13, 2017
Japan blanks Hong Kong to claim Asia Rugby Championship crown
Japan captured the 2017 Asia Rugby Championship on Saturday when it finished its campaign unbeaten following a 16-0 win over Hong Kong.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 12, 2017
Jones hints at 2018 Twickenham test against England for Brave Blossoms
Japan was not drawn in the 2019 Rugby World Cup pool phase with England, the team coached by its former boss Eddie Jones. The earliest they could meet at the tournament would be in the semifinals, provided both teams get that far.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 11, 2017
All Blacks open to scheduling match in Japan to get ready for Rugby World Cup
New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen hinted Wednesday that the All Blacks could play a match in Japan before they defend their title here at the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 11, 2017
England boss Jones embraces challenge of tough Pool C
England coach Eddie Jones laughed off suggestions that his team has been drawn in a 2019 Rugby World Cup "Group of Death" after being paired with France and Argentina in Pool C on Wednesday.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 10, 2017
Japan drawn with Ireland, Scotland for 2019 Rugby World Cup
Host nation Japan was drawn to face Ireland, Scotland and two teams yet to qualify in the group stage of the 2019 Rugby World Cup at a lavish ceremony at Kyoto State Guest House on Wednesday.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 10, 2017
Japan coach Joseph ready to hit ground running in preparation for 2019 Rugby World Cup
Japan rugby head coach Jamie Joseph is keen to get a first-hand look at his 2019 Rugby World Cup rivals when the Brave Blossoms play Ireland in two test matches in June.
Rugby
May 9, 2017
England coach Jones says preparation, not draw key for Rugby World Cup
Former Japan coach and current England boss Eddie Jones said Tuesday he didn't care what pool his team ends up in when the draw for the 2019 Rugby World Cup is made Wednesday at Kyoto State Guest House.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 9, 2017
Rugby leaders using ambitious projects to grow sport in Asia
On the eve of Wednesday's draw for the 2019 Rugby World Cup, organizers are hoping the tournament will spur even more interest in the sport in the world's largest continent.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 8, 2017
Rugby world converges on Kyoto for 2019 World Cup draw
The eyes of the rugby world will be on Kyoto this week, as Japan's ancient capital hosts the draw for the 2019 World Cup.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 6, 2017
Brave Blossoms plagued by mistakes in triumph over Hong Kong
Japan may have maintained its impressive unbeaten record in the Asia Rugby Championship by defeating Hong Kong 29-17 on Saturday, but it was hardly a classic performance.
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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