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SHIGA

Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 20, 2017
Brave Thunders make pair of key defensive plays in last minute to thwart Sunrockers
The Kawasaki Brave Thunders came up with a pair of steals in the final 42 seconds to seal an 85-83 victory over the Sunrockers Shibuya on Friday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Oct 12, 2017
Suzuki's ball distribution making difference for NeoPhoenix
Early in his pro career, Tatsuya Suzuki displayed a flair for making the right pass at the right time.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Sep 30, 2017
B-Corsairs storm past Lakestars for first win of season
The Yokohama B-Corsairs turned up the defensive intensity on Saturday afternoon in their rematch against the Shiga Lakestars.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / WHY DID YOU LEAVE JAPAN?
Sep 23, 2017
Conductor Tonio Shiga: Overcoming communication struggles with a baton
As a conductor for the City Theater of Bremerhaven in the north of Germany, Tonio Shiga is used to being at the center of the action whenever he leads a musical performance with his orchestra. He is equally at home, however, sitting behind a piano and accompanying the theater's performers for a rehearsal...
Japan Times
JAPAN / KANSAI PERSPECTIVE
Aug 27, 2017
Shiga tops in volunteerism; Osaka finishes in last place: leisure survey
If you're the kind of person who prioritizes volunteer work, enjoys playing badminton and has an interest in studying, Shiga Prefecture might be your ideal home in Kansai.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Jun 8, 2017
Takeno retires, stays with Storks as assistant coach
Injuries took their toll on Nishinomiya Storks co-captain Akitomo Takeno over the past several years.
Japan Times
JAPAN / KANSAI PERSPECTIVE
Apr 23, 2017
Kansai leaders grope for ways to keep regional population stable amid projected slide
A projection showing that Japan's population could fall from 127.09 million in 2015 to 88.08 million by 2065 has pushed Kansai leaders harder for more policies and funding to increase the local birthrate, keep younger people from leaving and protect the growing ranks of the elderly.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 11, 2017
Jets finish strong, improve to 29-13 with triumph over Lakestars
The Chiba Jets took care of the basketball, minimized their mistakes and prevailed 83-74 against the visiting Shiga Lakestars on Saturday.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Mar 8, 2017
'Bring on the Melody': The heroic way to strike up the band
Zero-to-hero movies, usually about athletes or musicians or other folks engaged in something competitive and cinematic (baseball, yes; darts, no), are a staple of the film business in Japan. One reason: Audiences here admire gaman — the perseverance the protagonists display in pursuit of their group...
Japan Times
CULTURE / Books / ESSENTIAL READING FOR JAPANOPHILES
Feb 25, 2017
'A Dark Night's Passing': Naoya Shiga sounds the depths of rootlessness
It takes a brave writer to make their main character as unlikeable as Kensaku Tokito. It is even more startling because Naoya Shiga was consciously writing within the 'I' novel tradition, where the author deliberately draws on their life story for source material.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Feb 17, 2017
Kanamaru sparks SeaHorses in rout of Levanga
The SeaHorses Mikawa delivered an impressive all-around performance, hammering the visiting Levanga Hokkaido 89-72 on Friday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 28, 2017
B-Corsairs escape with narrow victory over Lakestars
It wasn't easy and it defied the odds, but somehow the Yokohama B-Corsairs found a way to pull out a win against the visiting Shiga Lakestars on Saturday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 22, 2017
Basics serve Levanga well in win over Lakestars
In an era of long-range shooting, scoring consistently from inside the arc can be an overlooked art.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 30, 2016
Defensive effort pays off for NeoPhoenix in victory over Lakestars
The San-en NeoPhoenix didn't have a banner performance on offense. They struggled to put points on the board.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 3, 2016
Albirex edge Lakestars, improve to 10-10
The Niigata Albirex BB overcame Lakestars star Julian Mavunga's 41-point performance and escaped with a 92-91 road victory on Saturday over Shiga.
BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 18, 2016
Evessa edge Kansai rival Lakestars
The Osaka Evessa jumped out to a 12-point lead after the opening quarter and held on for a narrow victory over the Shiga Lakestars on Friday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Nov 17, 2016
Namizato, White make return; ex-NBA swingman Childress on move to San-en
Familiar faces are returning to Japan pro basketball as some teams make moves to shake up their rosters.
Takayasu’s latest heartbreak makes sumo history
Takayasu during the one-day Annual Sumo Tournament at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on Feb 9, 2020
Trump's tariff gambit leaves Asia stunned and scrambling
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks as he attends the National Republican Congressional Committee dinner in Washington on Tuesday. Trump allowed new tariffs — including a 24% levy on Japan — to go into effect as scheduled on Wednesday.
Tokyo cheers Trump’s tariff U-turn with second-biggest market gain ever
U.S. President Donald Trump looks on after signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on Wednesday in Washington.
Banks freeze withdrawals for foreign nationals upon expiration of visas
Foreign residents who fail to renew their residential statuses before their expiry may find that they won’t be able to withdraw cash from their bank accounts.
Japanese badminton ace Shida blasts 'stalker' Chinese fans
Chiharu Shida of Japan in action during the bronze medal match with Nami Matsuyama against Pearly Tan and Muralitharan Thinaah of Malaysia at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France on Aug. 03, 2024
Who is Ryosei Akazawa, Japan's tariffs negotiator?
Economic revitalization minister Ryosei Akazawa, who Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has appointed Japan's tariff negotiator, is one of his closest allies and busiest ministers.
After a tumultuous buildup, a first look at the Osaka Expo
A large statue of Osaka Expo mascot Myaku Myaku sits near the east entrance of the event's venue in Yumeshima island, Osaka, on Wednesday.
Japan gets a new U.S. ambassador — and he has his work cut out for him
George Glass, U.S. President Donald Trump's pick to be ambassador to Japan, attends a Senate Foreign Relations Committee confirmation hearing in Washington on March 13.
Online art scene eager to go offline, at least for the moment
Digital artist Polygon1993 revels in the physicality of nostalgic technology, making art out of materials such as miniature CDs, holographic prints layered with plexiglass shards and a giant custom-made floppy disk.
Tottori takes a bold leap forward in the arts
The city of Kurayoshi in Tottori Prefecture celebrated the opening of its public art museum with festivities such as a parade that drew 1,000 revelers.

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