 Etsuko Motokawa

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Eiji Kawashima, a goalkeeper who was a long-time guardian god of the Japan national team, is now struggling on the J2 stage. Kawashima reveals the "true faces" of the leaders he has met during his long career with the national team and the impact they have had on him.

Eiji Kawashima Reflects on the Real Character of Leaders He Worked With

 Shinji Tokari

 Nanoko Hayashi qualified for her first U.S. major in her eighth year as a professional. She had been suffering from back pain until last year, but this season, she says, "Golf has become so much more fun. We asked her.

Why Nanoko Hayashi, who has secured her first appearance in a major U.S. tournament, says, &#8220;Golf has become so much more fun lately.

 When he first took over, there were 12 members in the team, and he drove the bus to the riverside where the team practiced.

 Urawa Jitsugyo High School made its first appearance in the Koshien tournament in both spring and summer, defeating strong schools such as Shiga Gakuen and Seikogakuin to reach the top four. Tsujikawa, who took over as coach in 1988, initially worked alone, from driving to practice, to get the team to this point. He reveals the secret of his success.

Urawa Business Manager Masahiko Tsujikawa Reveals Secrets to Success After Reaching Koshien First Appearance and Final Four

 Kyodo News

 Japan's national soccer team is the fastest in the world to qualify for the World Cup. The team has been called the strongest of all time, but off the pitch they are up against a big wall. There is a growing possibility that the World Cup will not be broadcast live on terrestrial television.

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 Eiji Kawashima, a defender who was selected for four consecutive World Cups until 2010, has had a trying time this season in J2. Kawashima, who has overcome adversity many times in his career, spoke passionately about his current struggles in J2.

Eiji Kawashima Interview Former Japan National Team Player Talks About Working with Younger Teammates

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 With the birth of his first child, Shohei Otani is on a roll in both his personal and professional life.

 Shohei Otani, who is in great shape in both his personal and professional life after the birth of his first child, is challenging himself with a new "super long bat. Baseball commentator Kobayakawa discusses Ohtani's aim with the bat, which is one of the longest in the majors, where there are many strong hitters.

Shohei Ohtani&#8217;s Home Run Surge with a Long Bat

 Shoyuki Togo is expected to fill the role of Tomoyuki Sugano, who has moved to the Majors, as the Giants' ace. This season, however, he has lost the momentum he had built up in the previous three consecutive 12-win seasons, going 0-2 with a strikeout-to-walk ratio in the 11-point range. An alumni pitcher explains the factors behind his poor form and the key to his resurgence.

Giants Ace Togoh Struggling with 11.00+ ERA — Ex-Pitcher Suggests Demotion to Minors

 Seibu is playing the season with a new manager, Fumiya Nishiguchi, who is looking to make up for last season's disappointment. The first pitcher to be selected for the season opener to save the team is Shinnosuke Haneda, 21, in his fourth year as a professional pitcher. What is his origin?

The Savior of Seibu: Junior High Mentor Reflects on Shinnosuke Haneda Japan’s Randy Johnson

 No, you're still going to do it!"　It was on April 17 that the laughter of those involved echoed behind the benches at the Tokyo Dome. Former Chunichi manager Kazuyoshi Tachinami had returned to commentating. What was the reason why the people concerned couldn't help but laugh at him? ......

Former Chunichi Manager Kazuyoshi Tatsunami Retracts His Statement and Returns as a Commentator

 Myung-Woo Kim

 MHN Sports

 Yoo Hyun-joo, the sexy queen of Korean golf, played her first round on the Korean Tour. Although she failed to qualify, she still showed her improved form and showed her improved game.

Yoo Hyun-ju Shines in Vibrant Attire Showcasing Her Magnificent Play

 Playback] A look back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. Ogusiopea became nationally popular from '06 to '08. This is an article from April '05, when the girls were still enjoying their meteoric rise in popularity.

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 Hiroshima manager Takahiro Arai (48), now in his third year at the helm, is off to a good start in the crowded Central League, but behind the scenes he seems to have his own troubles. ......

Hiroshima&#8217;s Front Office Considering &#8220;Recommendation of Retirement&#8221; for Kosuke Tanaka &#038; Ryuhei Matsuyama: &#8230;&#8230;Arai&#8217;s distress and &#8220;encouragement from his juniors&#8221;.

 On April 15, 36-year-old infielder Hayato Sakamoto of the Giants was struck from the first-team roster for the first time this season. His batting average had been low since the open season. ......

The slumping Yuto Sakamoto of the Giants and Hisayoshi Nagano &#8220;share the same character&#8221;&#8230; Leaders are worried about how to use the two veteran right-handers.

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 Rocco Solare, the women's curling team that won medals at two consecutive Winter Olympics, held a fan meeting on the evening of April 16 in Koto-ku, Tokyo. 280 fans filled the venue.

Roco Solare Unveils Curling Daughters and Olympic Dreams at Fan Event

 Inappropriate remarks" that have caused embarrassment to all concerned.

 Daughter of actress Keiko Saito (63), CBC (TBS affiliate) announcer Ayaka Nakamura (24), who has been with the company for two years since this spring, has been serving as the 14th assistant for the Chunichi Dragons' cheering program "Sunday Dragons" since April. ......

Keiko Saito&#8217;s Daughter Ayaka Nakamura Makes Waves with &#8216;Sandra&#8217; Role, CBC Worries About Following Fuji TV&#8217;s Mistakes

 Former Hanshin manager Akifu Okada, 67, who is now an advisor to the team's owner, has been reportedly suffering from "serious health problems" since last week, causing a stir around the team.

Rumors Surrounding Former Hanshin Tigers Manager Akihiro Okada’s Health Spark Concern in Baseball Community

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Sadao Furunuma is a legendary high school soccer general who is no stranger to the world of high school soccer. What does he think of the second Moriyasu Japan team?

Legendary Coach Sadao Furunuma Believes Moriyasu Japan Can Reach the World Cup Quarterfinals

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 Eiji Kawashima was selected for the national team for four consecutive World Cups until 2010. Kawashima has experienced adversity many times in his 24-year professional career. Kawashima has been thinking about something he has done every time adversity has come his way.

Kawashima Eiji Former Japan GK and Jubilo Iwata Legend Talks About Overcoming Adversity in J2

 Kim Myeong-woo

 KLPGA

 The "PR Models" who will be the "faces" of the Korean women's golf industry have been announced this year as well. Fans are looking forward to seeing the gravure photos that will be taken based on a concept that changes every year. We obtained these photos on our own.

From sophisticated outfits to precious off-duty looks&#8230; Korean women&#8217;s golf&#8217;s &#8220;PR Model 12&#8221; shows off her dainty photogravure.

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 Eight months after the defeat in Paris, the next target is the podium at the World Championships in June.

 Eight months after her lamentation at the Paris Olympics, Abe Uta won her first championship in her return to Japan. With this result, Abe and Seijun Omori were both selected to represent Japan at the World Championships in June. With the humiliation of the Paris Olympics as a lesson, they are now moving toward "the top in Los Angeles!

Abe Uta&#8217;s &#8220;Revenge&#8221; to reach the top in L.A. has begun!

 The Giants' Okoye can't catch a wave. He was in great form during the opening game, but once the season started, his batting average slumped to the .100 mark. Why can't his good form last? A former Giants hitting coach pointed to Okoye's "feeling problem" as a factor.

Former coach reveals how he feels about Okoye, a Giants player with a batting average in the 10% range.

 The arrival of baseball spring! Special project: Softbank officials fear "Japan Series aftereffects" / Seibu's rebuilding starts with "catching the ball", etc.

 With the start of the professional baseball season, FRIDAY recently made a big prediction on the winning teams of both leagues based on past data, but this time we will reveal the "secret behind the bench" that the reporters cannot write about! What SoftBank officials fear, and the key to rebuilding Seibu: ......

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 With the start of the professional baseball season, FRIDAY recently made a prediction on the winning teams of the two leagues based on past data, but this time we will reveal the secret behind-the-bench information that the reporters can't write about! Is Ma-kun turning into Iwakuma? Yakult's "final year duo" is a perfect match? And more...

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 We learned from our on-site coverage of the second round of the V-Point x SMBC Ladies! FRIDAY's top 12 players at a glance!

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Eiji Kawashima Reflects on the Real Character of Leaders He Worked With

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Urawa Business Manager Masahiko Tsujikawa Reveals Secrets to Success After Reaching Koshien First Appearance and Final Four

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Shohei Ohtani’s Home Run Surge with a Long Bat

Giants Ace Togoh Struggling with 11.00+ ERA — Ex-Pitcher Suggests Demotion to Minors

The Savior of Seibu: Junior High Mentor Reflects on Shinnosuke Haneda Japan’s Randy Johnson

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Hiroshima’s Front Office Considering “Recommendation of Retirement” for Kosuke Tanaka & Ryuhei Matsuyama: ……Arai’s distress and “encouragement from his juniors”.

The slumping Yuto Sakamoto of the Giants and Hisayoshi Nagano “share the same character”… Leaders are worried about how to use the two veteran right-handers.

Roco Solare Unveils Curling Daughters and Olympic Dreams at Fan Event

Keiko Saito’s Daughter Ayaka Nakamura Makes Waves with ‘Sandra’ Role, CBC Worries About Following Fuji TV’s Mistakes

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Legendary Coach Sadao Furunuma Believes Moriyasu Japan Can Reach the World Cup Quarterfinals

Kawashima Eiji Former Japan GK and Jubilo Iwata Legend Talks About Overcoming Adversity in J2

From sophisticated outfits to precious off-duty looks… Korean women’s golf’s “PR Model 12” shows off her dainty photogravure.

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Former coach reveals how he feels about Okoye, a Giants player with a batting average in the 10% range.

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