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SAMURAI

Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 25, 2018
World Cup's 'Battle of the Cleaners' ends in draw
It was perhaps fitting that the World Cup match between Senegal and Japan — whose fans have received international acclaim for their cleanliness in the stadium — ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw Sunday in Ekaterinburg.
Japan Times
SOCCER / SOCCER SCENE
Jun 25, 2018
Japan's conviction growing stronger with each step at World Cup
A World Cup campaign that threatened to be an ordeal for Japan is turning into one of steadily growing conviction. If the Samurai Blue can produce another performance like Sunday's 2-2 draw with Senegal, a place in the knockout round will be theirs for the taking.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 24, 2018
Quiet achiever Yuya Osako urges Japan to go all-out for win against Senegal
While a draw against Senegal would take Japan a step closer to the World Cup round of 16, nothing less than a win will be good enough against the joint group leaders, the Samurai Blue's man of the moment Yuya Osako said Saturday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 22, 2018
Japan keeps focused on preparations for Senegal
Despite Japan's surprise 2-1 win over Colombia fueling predictions of a knockout-stage berth, members of the Samurai Blue squad were keeping a lid on expectations Thursday ahead of their upcoming match against Senegal.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 21, 2018
Japan resets after avenging '14 loss
For veterans of Japan's 2014 World Cup campaign, avenging a painful loss at that tournament to Colombia was cause for only momentary celebration, goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima said Wednesday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 20, 2018
Japan's players well aware of Senegal's skill, discipline
Japan will face a tough task containing Senegal's speedy, skillful attacking players in its next World Cup clash, left back Yuto Nagatomo said Wednesday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / SOCCER SCENE
Jun 20, 2018
Early present helps Japan claim perfect start to World Cup campaign
An opening win that few saw coming has given Japan the perfect start to its World Cup campaign, but there will be further hurdles to clear if the team is to book its place in the knockout round.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 18, 2018
Honda happy to return to Russia
Having won a slew of trophies with Russian powerhouse CSKA Moscow, this World Cup is a happy homecoming of sorts for Keisuke Honda.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 17, 2018
Japan determined to avoid costly fouls in World Cup opener against Colombia
With several games at this World Cup so far having been decided by penalties and free kicks, Japan will be looking to avoid costly fouls when it faces Colombia in its opening match, defender Gotoku Sakai said Sunday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 17, 2018
Philippe Troussier: Japan can thrive under Akira Nishino
Japan's decision to axe Vahid Halilhodzic two months before the World Cup finals came as a surprise to many, but former boss Philippe Troussier believes the appointment of Akira Nishino could give the Samurai Blue a much-needed boost.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 17, 2018
Japan won't change strategy based on James Rodriguez's status for Colombia
Japan's mind set will not change if Colombia is without star playmaker James Rodriguez for the team's World Cup opener, defender Yuto Nagatomo said Saturday, following reports that the 2014 Golden Boot winner's status is in doubt for the Group H clash in Saransk.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Stage
Jun 16, 2018
Ken Watanabe: Japan's flag-bearer in the world of entertainment
Ahead of the opening of 'The King and I' in London on June 21, the award-winning actor calls on young Japanese to step outside their comfort zone.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 16, 2018
Veteran goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima says Japan still haunted by 2014 loss to Colombia
As Japan and Colombia prepare to go into battle at the World Cup again, the Samurai Blue remain haunted by memories of their clash with the South Americans at the previous tournament, goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima said Friday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 15, 2018
Maya Yoshida says Southampton's struggles have mentally prepared him for World Cup
After surviving one of the "most difficult" seasons of his Premier League career, Japan defensive stalwart Maya Yoshida said Thursday he is mentally prepared to help his Samurai Blue teammates face the challenges ahead of them at the World Cup in Russia.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 14, 2018
Samurai Blue conduct first training session in Kazan
The Japan national team held its first training session at its World Cup camp in Russia on Thursday.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 13, 2018
Japan heads into World Cup on high note after win over Paraguay
Takashi Inui sent Japan into the World Cup on a bright note on Tuesday, scoring twice in a 4-2 win over Paraguay in the team's final warmup match.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 11, 2018
Japan Under-19s to join senior team at World Cup camp
The Japan Football Association announced Monday it will send 23 Under-19 players to the country's World Cup base in Russia to help the national team train and gain a better sense of the tournament, which begins Thursday.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 9, 2018
Samurai Blue get blanked by Switzerland in friendly
Japan lost 2-0 to Switzerland in a pre-World Cup friendly on Friday, just six days before the start of the tournament in Russia.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 4, 2018
Genki Haraguchi set for Hannover move
Japan midfielder Genki Haraguchi appears set to move from Hertha Berlin to Hannover, with the two Bundesliga sides on the verge of a transfer deal, German media reported Monday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 4, 2018
Japan holds first practice since arriving at pre-World Cup camp
The Japan national team on Sunday held its first training session since arriving in the Austrian resort city of Innsbruck, where the Samurai Blue are preparing for the World Cup starting June 14 in Russia.
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
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.
Kansai airports to increase takeoff and landing slots ahead of Osaka Expo
Kansai International Airport in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture. The upper limit on the number of takeoff and landing slots at the airport as well as Kobe Airport in Hyogo Prefecture will be raised in spring next year ahead of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka.
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.
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.
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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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