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Nihon University Third High School's baseball team has withdrawn from the Tokyo Metropolitan High School Baseball Tournament amid allegations that team members shared inappropriate videos involving minors.

Japan's baseball team, Samurai Japan, is on an eleven-game unbeaten streak against South Korea, but faces strong competition from the formidable South Korean lineup in the World Baseball Classic (WBC).

Former Japan national soccer player Masahiro Maezono has undergone surgery for an injury sustained during filming for a TV Tokyo show.

The article discusses the regrets of a doctor involved in the DMAT (Disaster Medical Assistance Team) response during the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, highlighting the initial lack of requests for medical assistance from coastal hospitals despite their critical need.

Yusei Kikuchi expresses deep emotion over receiving the Japan national team uniform, indicating that this will be his only chance to represent the country.

Shohei Ohtani led Team Japan to a dominant 13-0 victory against Taiwan in the opening game of the World Baseball Classic, hitting a grand slam in the second inning.

Estonia's Olle Ilmar Jaama and Doris Kudre achieved seventh place in the sprint relay at the World Championships in Japan, while the Norwegian team won gold.

A male student from the Nippon Sports Science University wrestling team has been sent to the Prosecutor's Office on suspicion of cannabis use, and the wrestling activities have been halted.

A Czech architecture team has made headlines with their stunning design project in Japan, showcasing their creativity and skill on an international stage.

The Japanese national baseball team showcases a unique 'tea ceremony pose' during the World Baseball Classic, created by pitcher Kimitaka Kitayama.

The South Korean wheelchair curling mixed doubles team of Lee Yong-seok and Baek Hye-jin achieved their second consecutive win at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics by defeating Japan 9-0.

A research team is experimenting with cloud seeding using dry ice over Toyama Bay to control and reduce damage from heavy rainfall.

A manager at Nagasaki Nishi, aspiring to attend Tokyo University, created an app that helps improve batting performance for the team, contributing to their participation in the prestigious high school baseball tournament after 75 years.

Soccer superstar Lionel Messi visited the White House and met with President Trump, where he received congratulations for his team's recent championship victory.

A research team from Kobe University has discovered an unknown 'compromise point' that helps maintain the symbiotic relationship between plants and insects, as detailed in their publication in an international academic journal.

A coach from a prestigious high school basketball team in Japan was ordered to pay damages for harassment after a former player sought compensation for emotional distress.

The Hanshin Tigers held a traditional victory prayer ceremony at Nishinomiya Shrine ahead of the baseball season, attended by around 150 team members and fans.

Japan's wheelchair curling team began their campaign at the Winter Paralympics with a defeat against China, losing 3-10 in their opening match.

Team USA has announced a star-studded roster for the World Baseball Classic, led by captain Aaron Judge, aiming to reclaim the title after a loss to Team Japan in 2023.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been named the starting pitcher for Japan's national baseball team in their opening game against Taiwan in the World Baseball Classic.

Japan's women's football team has undergone a significant transformation, enhancing its competitiveness ahead of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup.

The World Baseball Classic returns with 20 national teams, including Team USA, competing for the title, starting with pool play this week.

The president of J2 soccer team Montedio Yamagata allegedly threatened a local newspaper reporter, leading to public apology and defense of journalistic integrity from the newspaper.

The Samurai Japan baseball team played a final exhibition match against Hanshin at Kyocera Dome Osaka ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

Korea's baseball team manager Ryu Ji-hyun expresses confidence and readiness for the upcoming World Baseball Classic, following successful practice games in Japan.

Estonian cyclist Siim Kiskonen finished sixth in the Fuji criterion finals held in Japan.

The Japanese national baseball team, now permitted to include MLB players, faces challenges as they prepare for the World Baseball Classic (WBC), with a performance that stirs both hope and concern.

As Samurai Japan prepares for the World Baseball Classic, MLB players are joining the team to compete for a second consecutive title under Coach Ibata's strategy.

The Korean men's basketball team lost to Japan with a score of 72-78 during a crucial match on March 1st, 2022, marking a disappointing start for their new foreign coach.

The South Korean national baseball team, preparing for the World Baseball Classic (WBC), will conduct its final rehearsal against Japanese pro teams, featuring major league players.

Team USA unveils a star-studded roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, aiming to reclaim their title after losing to Japan in 2023.

Hanshin's Shoki Murakami has been named the opening pitcher for the second consecutive year as the team aims for a league title repeat against the Giants.

The Japanese national baseball team, Samurai Japan, secured a 5-3 victory against Chunichi in a warm-up game but faced concerns due to the emergency withdrawal of pitcher Osei amid ongoing injuries to the relief squad.

Shogakukan halted the distribution of the manga 'Jōjin Kamen' due to the criminal background of its original author, Ichiro Kazu, leading to public apologies from the editorial team.

Following a penalty shootout loss to Brazil, Mexico's Olympic football team aims to secure a bronze medal against Japan at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Japan's national soccer team will set up their World Cup base in Nashville, Tennessee, and will conduct pre-camp heat acclimatization in Monterrey, Mexico.

The 11th retrial request for the Nabari poisoned wine incident led to its first tripartite consultation involving the Nagoya High Court, the Nagoya High Public Prosecutor's Office, and the defense team.

Song Hae-rim, who coached the Sony team to success in Japan, highlights the declining endurance and speed of Korean handball players compared to their Japanese counterparts.

Shohei Ohtani has returned to Japan to join the national baseball team, Samurai Japan, for the World Baseball Classic, where he will focus exclusively on playing as a designated hitter.

A research team led by RIKEN and Osaka University has successfully taken significant steps towards miniaturizing particle accelerators, potentially allowing for desktop-sized versions to be developed.

A Japanese team has unveiled an AI-powered robot monk called 'Buddharoid' that can provide spiritual advice and potentially alleviate the shortage of human monks.

The Japan Olympic team held a ceremony in Tokyo to celebrate their achievements at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, where they won a record 24 medals, including silver medals in figure skating.

The Hiroshima Carp baseball team announced the termination of infielder Ryutaro Hazuki's contract due to his indictment for violating pharmaceutical regulations related to a substance known as 'zombie tobacco.'

A research team from Toyama University has developed a new method to ease 'brain habits' that approach memory, showing potential effectiveness in reducing stress and preventing depressive disorders.

During the WBC training camp, Yu Darvish's commitment and knowledge greatly benefited the Japanese national baseball team.

The Japanese figure skating pair, Miura Rika and Kihara Ryuichi, celebrated their historic gold medal win at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics during a press conference in Tokyo.

The Samurai Japan baseball team is reassessing its pitching strategy due to injuries among relief pitchers, emphasizing the need for domestic pitchers to demonstrate 'preparation power' for the World Baseball Classic.

A 19-year-old Polish ski jumper faced severe online abuse following her team's performance, prompting official denunciation from the Polish Ski Federation.

Shohei Ohtani wraps up his final practice session with the Dodgers before heading to Japan to join the Samurai Japan team for the upcoming World Baseball Classic (WBC).

An international research team has developed a jelly-like adhesive gel that is soft, water-resistant, and reusable over 200 times, using natural substances and AI technology.