Days after winning the East Asia Super League final, the Chiba Jets dominated the final three quarters of the All Japan Basketball Championship final.
On his birthday, Emperor Naruhito's thoughts and prayers were with the people who suffered during the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
In a press conference, the Emperor conveyed "heartfelt gratitude" to workers in Noto and highlighted the importance of global cooperation in facing adversity.
With a spectacular comeback at the New Year Basho, grand champion Terunofuji proved to his doubters that he is still capable of dominating sumo.
After releasing their New Year message, Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako expressed their deep concern and sympathy to those affected by the earthquakes.
We wish Emperor Emeritus Akihito a happy 90th birthday and celebrate his active research work, engaged lifestyle, and recovery from his heart problem in 2022.
Declassified documents reveal how the Japanese foreign ministry put pressure on the media to secure positive coverage ahead of the emperor's trip to China.
In his final Kyushu Basho match, Kirishima used his superior athleticism against Takakeisho en route to his ninth straight win and first title as an ozeki.
Mongolian sekiwake Hoshoryu also virtually secured promotion to sumo's second-highest rank of ozeki for September’s tournament.
"We recognized the younger generation's potential in fostering further friendship … and cooperation between our two nations." — Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako
In Indonesia, Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako meet with people who have contributed to strengthening the bilateral ties between the two countries.
"We sincerely hope that the upcoming era will pave the way for all to embark on their journey with bright hopes and dreams" — Emperor Naruhito,...