Shizuoka hits 40 C as temperatures soar nationwide
The city of Shizuoka hit 40 degrees Celsius on Sunday — the first spot nationwide to reach that figure this year — as temperatures exceeding 35 C were recorded across …
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Tokyo Gov. Koike targeted by threats too
A threatening message warning of an attack using sulfuric acid to blind Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike has been sent to those linked to the governor, investigative sources said. Politician Renho, …
Nonbinary checkbox to be added to application for Tokyo Marathon
Organizers for the Tokyo Marathon will add a nonbinary option for runners to choose when they pick their gender in the registration process for next year’s race, following in the …
Officials urge caution as Tokyo faces heavy rain
Heavy rain was lashing the greater Tokyo area on Tuesday, with the Meteorological Agency warning of the risk of floods and landslides. Warm and humid air driven by a low-pressure …
A new brew for Ebisu, the town that beer made
Picture a scorching summer night in Tokyo. You step off the Yamanote Line at JR Ebisu Station and have a sudden, almost subconscious craving for a cold beer. As the …
Paris Olympics: Phil Sesemann – the doctor turned marathon runner awaits ‘dream’ debut | Olympics News
Sky Sports spoke to Team GB marathon runner and former doctor Phil Sesemann, who has been on a remarkable journey to achieve his Olympic dream. By Sam Boggon Last Updated: …
Tokyo’s Hottest New Hotel Is a Black Tea-Scented Oasis in the Heart of Ginza
To that point: there are few places on earth that will bring together quite as many pleasure-seeking aesthetes as one of Schrager’s properties. And on its opening night, The Tokyo …
How ‘winged’ gyōza took flight from a Tokyo suburb
Traveling around Japan, I come across what feels like an infinite number of dishes unique to different regions. It’s something I love about the country, but even more impressive is …
Fujifilm X100VI Review: Joy Masquerading as a Camera
It is highly unlikely that you have not heard of the Fujifilm X100VI. Similarly, you’ve probably seen some polarizing discourse around it. For some reason, it’s seemingly only appropriate to …
Skytrax names best airports of 2024. Singapore’s Changi no longer No. 1
Singapore’s Changi Airport has lost its pole position as the world’s best airport to Doha’s Hamad International Airport, according to air transport rating firm Skytrax. This is the third time …