Entertainment
Japanese Writer Uno Chiyo: Autobiography Reveals Link to Her Father
Uno Chiyo was a Japanese writer whose life has inspired a new TV drama called Blossom.
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News about Japan in Easy English
Stories about Japan rewritten in simple English at three levels (A2–B2), with audio, vocabulary and quizzes. Reading news you already know about is the easiest way to understand English — the context does half the work.
日本に関するニュースを、やさしい英語で読んでみましょう。知っている話題なら、英語はもっと分かりやすくなります。
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Science, Health
Japan Obesity Society Warns Against Misuse of Diabetes Drug Mounjaro for Weight Loss
The Japan Society for the Study of Obesity has released a statement about the diabetes drug Mounjaro. A statement is an official message given to the public.
Sports
Lehečka Beats Vacherot to Reach Tokyo Final
Jiri Lehečka has reached the final of the Tokyo tournament after beating Valentin Vacherot in the semifinal.
Sports
Hanshin and Hiroshima Pitchers Face Off; Tigers Pitcher Retires
Two Japanese baseball teams, the Hanshin Tigers and the Hiroshima Carp, are set to play each other soon.
Sports
Alcaraz to Play Lehecka in Japan Open Final
Carlos Alcaraz, the world No. 3, has reached the final of the Japan Open in Tokyo.
Sports
Rays Beat Yankees Again, Move Close to Championship Series
The Tampa Bay Rays beat the New York Yankees again on October 6, winning their second straight game at home.
Sports
MLB Postseason Begins: Teams Compete for World Champion Title
The postseason of Major League Baseball (MLB) has officially begun, starting a long competition to find this year's World Champion.
Business
Loto 6 Lottery Draw Results Announced for Round 2143
Japan's popular Loto 6 lottery has announced the winning numbers for its 2143rd draw.
Sports
Dodgers Manager Criticizes Ohtani's At-Bats; Sasaki Hits New Top Speed
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has criticized star player Shohei Ohtani's recent at-bats.
Sports
Sasaki Hits Fastest MLB Pitch, but Dodgers Lose Game
The Los Angeles Dodgers have lost a key game in their playoff series, which is now tied at one win each.
Sports
Alcaraz Faces Munar in Tokyo Semifinal
Carlos Alcaraz will face Jaume Munar today in the semifinal of the ATP 500 tournament in Tokyo. Both players are from Spain.
Sports
Dodgers Lose to Braves as Ohtani's Homer Drought Continues
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost a postseason baseball game to the Atlanta Braves. The two teams now have one win each in the series, which is tied at 1-1.
Entertainment
Japanese TV Drama 'Blossom' Reveals New Episode Details
The Japanese TV drama "Blossom" will show a new episode tomorrow with an important story moment. In the episode, actor Atsuro Watabe's character, known as "Ototo-sama," is told, "I cannot give you any more money." After
Sports
Portugal Beat Norway in UEFA Nations League Clash
Portugal secured a victory over Norway on October 5 in the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 season.
Entertainment
Ayase Haruka Talks About Improvised Kick at Kimura Takuya on TV Show
Japanese actress Ayase Haruka will appear on the TV program 'Hatsumimigaku' tonight. She will share several personal stories.
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