Osaka Expo to go ahead as scheduled despite Noto quake, government says

Osaka Expo to go ahead as scheduled despite Noto quake, government says

Japan has no intention to change its plan to host the 2025 World Exposition in the city of Osaka, regardless of how the powerful New Year’s Day earthquake could disrupt the supply of construction materials, the top government spokesman said Monday. Yoshimasa Hayashi’s remarks came days after economic security minister Sanae Takaichi said she had … Read more

Triumphant Tigers and Buffaloes hold parades in Kobe and Osaka

Triumphant Tigers and Buffaloes hold parades in Kobe and Osaka

Osaka – A total of about one million spectators attended multiple parades as the Hanshin Tigers and Orix Buffaloes each celebrated their championships in the streets of both Kobe and Osaka on Thursday. Earlier this month, the Central League champion Tigers defeated the Pacific League champion Buffaloes to win the first Japan Series between teams … Read more