stuffed animals — as all of Japan prepares to watch a national hero on the sport’s biggest stage. “I thought I’d wear something with the Dodgers logo to cheer them on,” he said.

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As Japan’s sports teams prepare a cautious return to action after novel coronavirus suspensions, a company has developed an app that allows fans to cheer remotely for their teams playing in ...

In the audio, Ms Nomoto tells us about winning the title of National Grand Champion, her students and how she joined one of the most competitive university cheerleading teams in Japan.

Kenrokuen Garden in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is one of three famous gardens in Japan designated as especially scenic. It is open to the public free of charge for a week when the cherry ...

More than 100 children and teachers participated in the event, which was filled with laughter, questions for Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer. “In Japan, Christmas is seen as a joyful ...