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Kirishima (right) defeats Atamifuji by <i>oshidashi</i> at IG Arena in Nagoya on Sunday.
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Nagoya Basho enters final stretch with everything to play for
By John Gunning
Aonishiki¡¯s push for both the Emperor¡¯s Cup and a return to ¨­³ú±ð°ì¾± has become the defining story of Nagoya, but several dangerous challengers remain firmly in the hunt.
Takanosho (left) in action with Onosato at IG Arena in Nagoya on Tuesday
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Early losses for yokozuna in Nagoya no cause for concern ¡ª in theory
By John Gunning
Even the most disastrous start to a meet by a pretournament favorite is something that can be overcome.
Hoshoryu at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on Sept. 2
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Uncertain health of main stars sets the stage for wild ride in Nagoya
By John Gunning
It won¡¯t be until a few days into the upcoming meet that we¡¯ll really know whether or not the two yokozuna, or now-sekiwake Aonishiki, will be in the title race.

SUMO

Hoshoryu dispatches Oho in a playoff to clinch the Emperor's Cup on the final day of the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament on Sunday in Tokyo.
Basho reports
Hoshoryu overcomes rank-and-file wrestlers to put yokozuna promotion in sight
By John Gunning
Despite the best efforts of Kinbozan and Oho, it was ozeki Hoshoryu that eventually emerged victorious in the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament.
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Remembering the wrestlers who rarely make the headlines
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Cultural aspects dominate coverage as sumo enthralls Paris
By John Gunning
SUMO
In pictures: Sumo tournament returns to Paris after 30 years
SUMO
French salt enters the sumo ring in Paris
By Diane Falconer
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Could Hoshoryu be the last Mongolian yokozuna?
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Paris sumo tournament should deepen existing ties and open up new frontiers
By John Gunning
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Rare komusubi title win bodes well for Wakatakakage¡¯s future
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Injuries dampen excitement for wide-open Emperor¡¯s Cup race
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Kirishima¡¯s hot streak saves summer tournament from disastrous start
By John Gunning
SUMO
Path to glory opens for Hoshoryu after injuries to rivals Onosato and Aonishiki
By John Gunning
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
What should the expectations be for sumo¡¯s current trio of ¨­³ú±ð°ì¾±?
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Kirishima back at ¨­³ú±ð°ì¾± in sumo¡¯s latest banzuke rankings
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Professional sumo awaits three potential new stars
By John Gunning
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Chiyomaru¡¯s next act shines light on sumo¡¯s unsung roles
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Sumo creates unity on an island famed for division
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Smiles, not stoicism, at new tournament for retired sumo stars
By John Gunning
SUMO
Kirishima clinches return to ¨­³ú±ð°ì¾± rank
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Kirishima¡¯s Emperor¡¯s Cup likely seals dramatic return to ¨­³ú±ð°ì¾±
By John Gunning
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Aonishiki¡¯s busted yokozuna bid disappointing, but not concerning
By John Gunning
SUMO / Inside Sumo
Onosato¡¯s withdrawal evokes painful reminder of stablemaster¡¯s fate
By John Gunning
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Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer¡¯s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ¡°seed¡± that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ¡°Peak 1 amyloid beta,¡± as seen in a mouse&#039;s brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" ¡ª an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Japan weighs regulating Pokemon cards amid trading mania
A Pokemon event is held in Jakarta on July 11
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo&#039;s Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
Wes-P has millions of followers and his viral clips made him recognizable out of Japan.
The 180-day locals: Life on Japan¡¯s digital nomad visa
Christopher Flinn works remotely from Tokyo earlier this month. Japan issued 646 digital nomad visas in 2025, but tourism officials are hoping to increase that figure in the coming years, with Japan&#039;s relatively cheap cost of living and the weak yen seen as potential draws for young professionals.
Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces&#039; Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.
Summer has arrived in Japan and so have hot sleepless nights
Amid the heat and humidity in Japan, a good night¡¯s sleep is growing increasingly elusive without the heavy use of air conditioning.
Maya Ongaku¡¯s DIY dream is getting bigger
The members of Maya Ongaku ¡ª (from left) Tsutomu Sonoda, Shoei Ikeda and Ryota Takano ¡ª grew up on the Shonan Coast south of Tokyo and have been friends since their school days.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo¡¯s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo¡¯s ¡®stadium of desire¡¯

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For many people, utility poles and power lines have become such a familiar part of Japan¡¯s landscape that they often go unnoticed.
Why Japan¡¯s utility poles won¡¯t be disappearing anytime soon
By Alex K.T. Martin

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