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Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Jan 11, 2017
Evergreen Miura extends Yokohama FC contract
Former Japan striker Kazuyoshi Miura, the oldest active player in the J. League at 49, has renewed his contract with Yokohama FC for this season, the second-division club said Wednesday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League / J. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Jan 11, 2017
Seasoned veterans in demand in J. League offseason
The J. League's new 10-year, ¥210 billion broadcasting deal may not have led to any big-name overseas signings just yet, but there has been plenty of action on the domestic transfer front as clubs retool for the coming season.
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 11, 2017
LDP team charged with drafting casino rules to have first meeting this month
The team, led by Lower House member Takeshi Iwaya, will examine a host of issues related to establishing integrated resort facilities, which include casinos and hotels.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Jan 8, 2017
Nakamura leaves Marinos to join Jubilo
Jubilo Iwata have signed former Japan international and Celtic star Shunsuke Nakamura from Yokohama F. Marinos, the J. League first-division sides announced Sunday.
SOCCER / J. League
Jan 7, 2017
Marinos acquire Ogihara, Vieira
Yokohama F. Marinos have signed midfielder Takahiro Ogihara from relegated Nagoya Grampus and Portuguese forward Hugo Vieira from Serbian side Red Star Belgrade, the J.League first-division side announced on Saturday.
JAPAN
Jan 5, 2017
Osaka hospital discovers perforated intravenous drip bags
A hospital in Osaka revealed on Wednesday it found perforated intravenous drip bags that were to be used for patients only months after fatal drip poisonings at a Yokohama hospital in September.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 3, 2017
B-Corsairs capitalize on free-throw opportunities in victory over Hannaryz
The free-throw line was the Yokohama B-Corsairs' comfort zone on Tuesday afternoon.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Dec 30, 2016
Marinos' Nakamura in negotiations with Iwata
Former Japan midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura is eyeing a move from Yokohama F. Marinos to Jubilo Iwata and has entered negotiations with the Shizuoka club.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Dec 29, 2016
Frontale, Antlers advance to Emperor's Cup final
Shogo Taniguchi grabbed the late winner as Kawasaki Frontale reached their first Emperor's Cup final after a 1-0 win over Omiya Ardija on Thursday.
JAPAN / Society
Dec 16, 2016
Fukushima evacuee poll finds kids in eight Yokohama-area households had experienced bullying
Eight households that evacuated from Fukushima following the 2011 nuclear disaster said their children have experienced bullying at their new schools, according to a survey of 61 families suing the government and the nuclear plant operator.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 8, 2016
Yokohama gets baseball, softball as IOC decides Tokyo 2020 venues
The International Olympic Committee made the choice, along with venues for four other new sports, at an executive meeting on Wednesday.
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 6, 2016
Regions hop on casino bandwagon, but move blasted amid gambling addiction fears
As the Liberal Democratic Party and conservative opposition's Nippon Ishin no Kai rush to pass legislation to legalize casino gambling, regional governments from Hokkaido to Kyushu, which see it as a potential gold mine for local revenue and jobs, are making plans to host such facilities.
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Dec 1, 2016
BayStars give slugger Tsutsugo a hefty salary increase
The Yokohama BayStars gave Yoshitomo Tsutsugo a huge pay raise and re-signed the outfielder Thursday to an annual salary of ¥300 million (about $2.6 million) for next season.
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Dec 1, 2016
Hurler Yamaguchi set to join Giants
Right-hander Shun Yamaguchi, who declared himself a free agent from the Yokohama BayStars last month, is joining the Giants, Yomiuri general manager Tatsuyoshi Tsutsumi said Thursday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Dec 1, 2016
Ryukyu struggling to adapt in new era
The Ryukyu Golden Kings have experienced incredible success over the past nine years. The Okinawa-based franchise's record fourth title was its crowning achievement in the final game in bj-league history in May at Ariake Colosseum.
JAPAN
Nov 28, 2016
Sea Paradise operator to run new aquarium planned in Taiwan
Yokohama Hakkeijima Inc., a member of Japan's Seibu Group, announced Monday that it will operate an aquarium to be built in northern Taiwan.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 27, 2016
Suzuki, Childress take center stage as NeoPhoenix pound B-Corsairs
Tatsuya Suzuki had a quiet game on Saturday. The San-en NeoPhoenix point guard's stat line included these numbers: zero points, one assist.
JAPAN / Society
Nov 24, 2016
Fukushima evacuee bullied by Yokohama classmates issues appeal against suicide
A 13-year-old boy in Yokohama who was bullied by classmates after evacuating from nuclear crisis-hit Fukushima has made public plea urging young people suffering a similar ordeal not to consider death as the answer to their problems.
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Nov 23, 2016
BayStars acquire pitcher Patton from Cubs
Right-hander Spencer Patton has signed with the Yokohama BayStars, the Central League club announced Wednesday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Nov 21, 2016
Marinos re-sign coach Mombaerts for third season
Yokohama F. Marinos said Monday they have re-signed manager Erick Mombaerts for his third season with the J. League club.

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