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Sep 18, 2015
Iran stages spirited comeback to triumph over Japan
Iran came from behind to beat Japan in full sets on Friday to hand the host nation its third defeat at the FIVB Men's Volleyball World Cup, a qualifying competition for next year's Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
Japan Times
Rugby
Sep 18, 2015
Japan submits revised 2019 RWC blueprint
Koji Tokumasu, the general manager of Japan Rugby 2019 (the local organizing committee for the 2019 Rugby World Cup), said Thursday that a revised road map for the tournament that includes venue changes and a smaller operating budget has been sent to World Rugby.
Japan Times
Rugby
Sep 18, 2015
Jones names Japan side for World Cup opener against South Africa
Japan coach Eddie Jones sprang three surprises Thursday in naming his 23-man squad to take on South Africa on Saturday in the opening game of Pool B at the Rugby World Cup.
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Sep 17, 2015
Japan volleyball squad holds off Venezuela
Japan defeated Venezuela in straight sets to improve its record to 5-2 at the FIVB Men's Volleyball World Cup on Thursday.
Japan Times
Rugby
Sep 17, 2015
Springboks familiar with Brave Blossoms' style
When Japan takes on South Africa on Saturday at Brighton Community Stadium in the opening game of Pool B of the Rugby World Cup, it will be the first time the two countries have met in a test match.
Japan Times
Rugby
Sep 16, 2015
Japan beginning to feel pressure of RWC stage
With Japan's opening game at Rugby World Cup 2015 less than four days away, the Brave Blossoms are slowly starting to realize the enormity of the tournament.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Sep 16, 2015
A crisis of shame engulfing Eastern Europe
Only when Eastern Europe comes to terms with its murderous past will its people be able to recognize their obligations to save those fleeing in the face of evil.
Rugby
Sep 15, 2015
World Cup organizers project £240 million in venue
As fans pore over fixture lists, administrators smile at balance sheets, with the 2015 Rugby World Cup promising a record payday for the sport.
Rugby
Sep 15, 2015
Brave Blossoms' Ives healthy, ready for RWC
Japan lock Justin Ives has declared himself fit for the Brave Blossoms' Rugby World Cup opener against South Africa on Saturday.
Japan Times
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Sep 13, 2015
Italy beats Japan in straight sets at World Cup
Japan suffered a straight-sets defeat against Italy in the Men's Volleyball World Cup on Sunday, slipping to its second loss in the tournament, which also doubles as a qualifier for next summer's Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
Japan Times
Rugby
Sep 13, 2015
Jones hopes Japan can prove doubters wrong
There can't be too many Japan rugby coaches who have gone shopping for a cricket bat so he could use it at a training session.
Japan Times
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Sep 12, 2015
Japan spikers outplay Canada
Japan made short work of Canada and cruised to a straight-sets win on Saturday at the Men's World Cup, a qualifying tournament for next year's Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
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Sep 11, 2015
Icho cruises past Olli to capture world title
Kaori Icho breezed to victory against Finland's Petra Olli in the women's 58-kg final to capture her 10th world title on Thursday.
Japan Times
Rugby
Sep 10, 2015
2019 Rugby World Cup chiefs refuse to rule out host nation switch
World Rugby CEO Brett Gosper confirmed Thursday that the 2019 Rugby World Cup could be moved to South Africa if Japan does not provide assurances by the end of this month that it will be able to successfully host the tournament.
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Sep 9, 2015
U.S. spikers outplay Japan in FIVB Men's World Cup
Japan suffered its first defeat at the FIVB Men's World Cup on Wednesday night, going down in four sets to the United States.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Sep 9, 2015
Japan trounces Afghanistan
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Shinji Kagawa and Leicester City hitman Shinji Okazaki both scored twice as Japan destroyed Afghanistan 6-0 on Tuesday to pick up its second win in Asian qualifying for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
COMMENTARY / World
Sep 8, 2015
The inclusive road to growth
There is no bigger policy challenge preoccupying leaders around the world than meeting the need to expand participation in the benefits of economic growth and globalization.
Japan Times
Rugby
Sep 8, 2015
Wales' Halfpenny ruled out of RWC
Wales suffered a huge blow as fullback Leigh Halfpenny, whose superb goalkicking has been a key part of the team's success in recent years, was ruled out of the Rugby World Cup with a knee injury on Monday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Sep 7, 2015
Japan to face hostile Tehran crowd against Afghanistan
Japan may take to the field in a neutral venue in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier at Azadi Stadium in Tehran, but with millions of displaced Afghanis living in Iran, Vahid Halilhodzic's team will still expect a hostile reception.
COMMENTARY / World
Sep 7, 2015
Beijing's history narrative
The grand parade in the center of Beijing on Sept. 3 to commemorate the end of World War II in China highlighted two contradictory narratives, both immensely important for understanding the country's future path.

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