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Neri calls on Jerwin to pour it on

Jerwin Ancajas can’t afford to be stingy with his punches, and well-known boxing trainer Nonoy Neri’s advice is to let his hands go every single round against WBA bantamweight champion Takuma Inoue in Tokyo tonight......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Jerwin used to defying odds

Jerwin Ancajas hopes to follow in the footsteps of 10 Filipino fighters who won world boxing championships in Japan when he takes on WBA bantamweight ruler Takuma Inoue in a scheduled 12-round bout at the Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Arena in Sumida City, Tokyo tomorrow night. It’s been done before so the odds facing Ancajas aren’t insurmountable......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Apolinario scores spectacular win

Former IBO flyweight champion Dave Apolinario recorded a spectacular come-from-behind knockout win over Tanes Onjuntas of Thailand last night in a non-title fight at the Korakuen Hall here in Tokyo......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Will Jerwin jinx Inoue?

WBA bantamweight champion Takuma Inoue has never lost to a Filipino in five fights while challenger Jerwin Ancajas has never lost to a Japanese in two. When they clash in a scheduled 12-round title bout in Tokyo on Saturday, one streak will be broken unless the match ends in a draw......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Ancajas wants to test Inoue’s patience

Jerwin Ancajas could only wish that Takuma Inoue, the WBA bantamweight champion, wouldn’t consider changing his style so close to their title showdown in Tokyo on Feb. 24......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Japan successfully launches next-generation H3 rocket after failure last year

TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan successfully launched its new H3 flagship rocket on Saturday, putting its satellite programme back on track after multiple setbacks including the failure of the rocket’s inaugural flight last year. The launch also marks a second straight win for the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) after its moon lander, SLIM, achieved a “pinpoint”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Japan’s top women’s 3x3 player all praises for Manila Hustle hosting

World No. 25 3x3 player Aoi Katsura had nothing but good words after her second tournament in the Philippines as she led the Zoos Tokyo to the crown in Manila Hustle 3x3 Season 2 over the weekend......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Japan recession: Scaled back spending helps push economy to where it is now

TOKYO — To grasp the dynamics that bumped Japan into recession and off its perch as the world’s third largest economy on Thursday, look no further than Risa Shinkawa’s dining habits. Unlike unionised workers at big manufacturers such as Toyota Motor, the 32-year-old aesthetician isn’t expecting a pay rise anytime soon. Rather, her salary has.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Inoue fit for Jerwin

If MP Promotions head Sean Gibbons’ prediction comes true, Jerwin Ancajas will become the Philippines’ only reigning world boxing champion after his fight against WBA bantamweight titleholder Takuma Inoue at the Kokugikan Arena in Tokyo on Feb. 24......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Entitled politicians

I just returned from Tokyo for meetings with the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Japan Trade Organization, the government-related organization that promotes trade and investments between Japan and the world......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 7

TOKYO -- Approximately 5.5 tons of water containing radioactive materials have leaked from equipment at Japan's Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, local media reported Wednesday. At about 8:53 a.m. local time on Wednesday, workers discovered water leaking from the outlet of a device used to purify nuclear-contaminated water during the inspection of the equipment, Fukushima Central Television reported, citing.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Crimes in Japan rise 17 pct in 2023

TOKYO, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- The number of police-recognized criminal offenses in Japan in 2023 increased 17 percent from the previous year to 703,351, data showed Thursday. Among them, the number of serious crimes, including murder and sexual assault cases, climbed 29.8 percent to 12,372, and that of robberies rose 18.6 percent to 1,361, according to the National Police Agency (NPA). Meanwhile, sexual offen.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Japan: Yokohama aims for tourism boost, sustainability with Smart City initiatives

Tokyo [Japan], February 8 (ANI): Nestled in the heart of Japan, Yokohama stands as a coveted tourist destination, captivating visitors with its allure. With a vision for sustainable growth, the city now aims to enhance its charm and appeal by embracing smart initiatives, fostering a more sustainable and intelligent urban experience. To realise this vision, Yokohama City organised the Y-Ship global event in December last y.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Crimes in Japan rise 17 pct in 2023

TOKYO, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- The number of police-recognized criminal offenses in Japan in 2023 increased 17 percent from the previous year to 703,351, data showed Thursday. Among them, the number of serious crimes, including murder and sexual assault cases, climbed 29.8 percent to 12,372, and that of robberies rose 18.6 percent to 1,361, according to the National Police Agency (NPA). Meanwhile, sexual offen.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Japan: Yokohama aims for tourism boost, sustainability with Smart City initiatives

Tokyo [Japan], February 8 (ANI): Nestled in the heart of Japan, Yokohama stands as a coveted tourist destination, captivating visitors with its allure. With a vision for sustainable growth, the city now aims to enhance its charm and appeal by embracing smart initiatives, fostering a more sustainable and intelligent urban experience. To realise this vision, Yokohama City organised the Y-Ship global event in December last y.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

‘Lisa Frankenstein,’ ‘Mean Girls’, ‘Tokyo Revengers 2’ laban-laban sa takilya

KUNG nasa mood kayong mag-movie marathon ngayong long weekend, narito ang ilang mga magagandang pelikula na ipinapalabas na sa mga sinehan. Kabilang na riyan ang Hollywood debut ng aktres na si Liza Soberano na “Lisa Frankenstein.” Ang istorya ng pelikula ay umiikot kay “Lisa Swallows” na ginagampanan ni Kathryn Newton na umibig sa isang gwapong.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 7

TOKYO -- Approximately 5.5 tons of water containing radioactive materials have leaked from equipment at Japan's Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, local media reported Wednesday. At about 8:53 a.m. local time on Wednesday, workers discovered water leaking from the outlet of a device used to purify nuclear-contaminated water during the inspection of the equipment, Fukushima Central Television reported, citing.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Para sa tin ‘to : Vilma Santos dedicates MIFF Best Actress award to Christopher de Leon

“Star for All Seasons” Vilma Santos dedicated her Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) 2024 Best Actress award to her “When I Met You in Tokyo” co-star Christopher de Leon. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

Aoi Katsura-led Zoos rules Manila Hustle 3x3 Season 2

Vengeance was the name of the game for Japan top 3x3 player Aoi Katsura, who led Zoos Tokyo to the title in the bigger and better Manila Hustle 3x3 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on Sunday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Petecio, 3 others get crack at gold

Tokyo Olympics silver winner Nesthy Petecio overpowered Switzerland’s Ana Marija Milisic to lead three other Filipinos to the finals in the Boxam Elite Tournament in La Nucia in Alicante, Spain Friday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024