Sports
Okamura Wins First All-Japan Senior Gymnastics Title
Shin Okamura has won her first women's title at the All-Japan Senior gymnastics championships.
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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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Nature
Deep Earthquake Hits Indonesia's Java Island
A deep earthquake struck Java, an island in Indonesia, on September 12.
Sports
Famous University Ekiden Team Makes Surprise Announcement
A famous Japanese university ekiden team has surprised fans with a sudden announcement.
Entertainment
Actress from TV Drama "VIVANT" Apologizes for Social Media Post
A veteran actress known for her role in the TV drama "VIVANT" has apologized after a social media post caused controversy.
Technology, Politics
Cyberattack May Have Leaked Data of 240,000 Japanese Government Workers
Japan's Digital Agency has said that a cyberattack may have leaked personal data of about 246,000 people.
Entertainment
Japanese Drama 'T-Shirts ga Kawaku made' Wraps Filming Before Final Episode
The Japanese drama "T-Shirts ga Kawaku made" (Until the T-Shirts Dry) will show its final episode soon. It will air on September 11, a Friday, at 10 p.m.
Sports
Boat Racer Ryota Mine Leaves Omura Race Early After Injury
Japanese boat racer Ryota Mine has updated his fans on his health after leaving the Omura G1 race early. He returned home on the third day of the competition because of an injury.
Travel
Tokaido Shinkansen Trains Halted for Track Inspection
Train services on the Tokaido Shinkansen line were suspended on some sections today, according to a breaking news report from CBC TV.
Sports
SoftBank Manager Praises Young Rival Player's Talent
Kosuke Kobokuro, manager of the SoftBank Hawks, has praised a young player from an opposing team.
Sports
SoftBank Manager Impressed by Young Rival Player
SoftBank Hawks manager Hiroki Kokubo has expressed surprise at the skill of a young player from a rival team.
Nature
Heavy Rain Warning for Osaka and Kyoto Today
Osaka and Kyoto are heading toward the peak of heavy rain today, September 9, 2026. Forecasters warn that the worst rain will fall from now until early afternoon.
Nature
Japan issues Level 4 landslide and rain warnings in several areas
Japan has issued Level 4 warnings for landslides and heavy rain in several areas across the country. These are among the highest alert levels used by the government.
Entertainment
Fans React to New Character in 'VIVANT' Villains' Web Series
A web series called "VIVANT Villains' Meeting Room" continues with its seventh episode. The series brings together villain characters from the drama VIVANT.
Nature, Travel
Seoul Wakes to Crisp Mornings and Clear Autumn Skies
On Wednesday, September 9, most parts of South Korea experienced clear skies and cool temperatures, giving Seoul a fresh autumn feeling.
Entertainment
TV Show 'VIVANT' Fans Surprised by Spoiler in Program Guide
The Japanese TV drama "VIVANT" has surprised its fans in an unusual way. A program guide for the next episode accidentally showed important story information.
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