In the high-stakes world of professional baseball, where every pitch and play can ignite passions, a recent incident involving American pitcher Trevor Bauer has sent shockwaves through Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) league. Playing for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars, Bauer allegedly kicked an opponent’s bat during a game, sparking widespread …

In a shocking incident that highlights the importance of cultural sensitivity during international travel, an Australian tourist has faced severe backlash for desecrating a cemetery in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. The event, captured in videos posted on social media on August 4, 2025, shows the man engaging in disruptive behavior, …

In a surprising development that’s sending ripples through the world of horse racing, the Japan Racing Association (JRA) Horse Racing School has reported an unprecedented wave of dropouts. For the first time since its opening in 1982, there will be no new jockeys debuting in the spring of 2026. This …