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June 10, 2026
 

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Nadeshiko Japan interim head coach Michihisa Kano was given the job on a permanent basis on Thursday.
SOCCER
May 15, 2026
Michihisa Kano named as Nadeshiko Japan head coach on full-time basis
Nielsen, the first foreigner to coach 91²Ö¿â women's team, was ousted less than two weeks after winning the Women's Asian Cup.
Maika Hamano celebrates after scoring against the United States during the first half at Lumen Field in Seattle on Tuesday.
SOCCER
Apr 15, 2026
Japan ends USWNT¡¯s 10-match winning streak
Akane Okuma made five saves to become the first goalkeeper to hold the U.S. scoreless since the Americans' ?0-0 friendly draw at England on Nov. 30, 2024.
Japan coach Nils Nielsen during his team's Women's Asian Cup semifinal match against South Korea on March 18 in Sydney.
SOCCER
Apr 4, 2026
Culture clash spelt shock end for Japan women¡¯s first foreign coach
Greenlander Nielsen took a rampant Nadeshiko Japan to their third Asian title in four tournaments last month, but was let go shortly after.
Nadeshiko Japan celebrates after winning the Women's Asian Cup final in Sydney on March 21.
SOCCER
Apr 3, 2026
Nadeshiko Japan and Australia challenge AFC equal pay after Women¡¯s Asian Cup
The two teams accused the governing body of "ignoring" previous requests.
Nils Nielsen has stepped down as manager of Nadeshiko Japan, according to the Japan Football Association.
SOCCER
Apr 3, 2026
Nadeshiko Japan coach Nils Nielsen steps down after Asian Cup triumph
Nielsen became the first foreign manager of the women's team in 2024.
Japan's women's national football team head coach Nils Nielsen speaks at a news conference in Tokyo on Monday.
SOCCER
Mar 24, 2026
Coach says Asia champion Japan needs ¡¯different tools¡¯ to win World Cup
Japan beat Women's Asian Cup host?Australia 1-0 in Saturday's final in Sydney to lift the trophy for the third time in four tournaments.
Nadeshiko Japan team members celebrate with the trophy after winning the Women's Asian Cup final over Australia on Saturday in Sydney.
SOCCER
Mar 22, 2026
Japan coach hails Nadeshiko character after Asian Cup triumph
Japan confirmed its status as the Asian powerhouse with a third ?title in the last four editions of the tournament.
Australia's head coach Joe Montemurro (left) listens as defender Ellie Carpenter speaks during a news conference in Sydney on Friday.
SOCCER
Mar 20, 2026
Australia chases rare major trophy in Asian Cup decider against formidable Japan
A tournament that has smashed attendance records from all previous editions will conclude with a bumper crowd ?at Stadium Australia in a dream final for local fans and organizers.
Japan head coach Nils Nielsen (left) and midfielder Momoko Tanikawa at a news conference in Sydney on Tuesday
SOCCER
Mar 19, 2026
Japan coach says Australia ¡¯massive favorites¡¯ in Asian Cup final
Australia, the 2010 champion, will need to produce something special to beat Japan, which dazzled against a South Korea team that was runner-up to China four years ago.
Japan coach Nils Nielsen speaks during a news conference in Perth on March 7.
SOCCER
Mar 14, 2026
Clinical Japan confident of taking down Philippines at Women¡¯s Asian Cup
The highest-ranked team in the competition and the only Asian side to win the World Cup, Japan has been clinical so far with three wins from three games in the group phase.
Hinata Miyazawa fires on goal during Nadeshiko Japan's 11-0 romp over India on Saturday in Perth.
SOCCER
Mar 8, 2026
Japan hammers India 11-0 in Women¡¯s Asian Cup mismatch
Yuzuki Yamamoto scored after just four minutes to begin Nadeshiko 91²Ö¿â rout in Perth.
Japan coach Nils Nielsen feels Yui Hasegawa, seen during a match against the United States in February 2025, can be the team's key player during the Women's Asian Cup.
SOCCER
Feb 26, 2026
¡®Humble¡¯ Nadeshiko Japan ready to win hearts at Women¡¯s Asian Cup
The Women's Asian Cup kicks off on Sunday in Australia, and Japan is one of the favorites.
Japan's starting 11 poses before the match against Australia at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston on Feb. 20, 2025.
SOCCER
Feb 11, 2026
Former Australia midfielder Blayney plots Japan¡¯s path to Asian Cup
Leah Blayney, who won 16 caps for Australia and coached national junior teams, ?joined Japan last year as an assistant.
Thorns midfielder Hina Sugita (right) controls a pass during the second half against Chicago Stars FC defender Natalia Kuikka at Providence Park in Portland on June 21.
SOCCER
Oct 1, 2025
Thorns trade midfielder Hina Sugita to Angel City
Sugita is an experienced member of the Japanese national team who played in the 2019 and 2023 FIFA Women's World Cups.
Marta competes for Brazil in the gold medal match of the women's soccer tournament at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Aug. 10.
SOCCER
May 14, 2025
Brazil legend Marta returns for Japan friendlies
Widely considered the greatest female soccer player of all time, Marta last wore the Brazil jersey in the Olympic final last August.
Nadeshiko Japan's Yuka Momiki (left) and Yui Hasegawa celebrate after Momiki's goal against the United States during the SheBelieves Cup in San Diego on Feb. 27.
SOCCER
Apr 4, 2025
Yuka Momiki and Nadeshiko Japan brimming with confidence under Nils Nielsen
Momiki said playing with Yui Hasegawa has been the most enjoyable experience of her career.
Japan forward Mina Tanaka dribbles during a SheBelieves Cup match against Australia in Houston on Feb. 20.
SOCCER
Mar 20, 2025
How Mina Tanaka evolved into a prolific striker for Nadeshiko Japan
Mina Tanaka is having a moment. The Nadeshiko Japan and Utah Royals striker dominated the SheBelieves Cup, winning both MVP and top scorer as Japan defeated the U.S.
Houston Dash player Yuki Nagasato greets fans after a match against Seattle Reign FC at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston on Sept. 21, 2024.
SOCCER
Mar 4, 2025
Houston Dash forward Yuki Nagasato retires after storied career
The 37-year-old appeared in 134 National Women's Soccer League matches, recording 23 goals and 25 assists.
Nadeshiko Japan celebrates after winning the SheBelieves Cup in San Diego on Wednesday.
SOCCER
Feb 28, 2025
Nils Nielsen¡¯s vision for Nadeshiko Japan comes to life at SheBelieves Cup
The remarkable achievement has brought about a renewed optimism among the fanbase, as Japan seems ready to turn the page after years of perceived underperformance.
Nadeshiko Japan captain Saki Kumagai celebrates after a goal against the United States during the SheBelieves Cup final in San Diego on Wednesday.
SOCCER
Feb 27, 2025
Nadeshiko Japan defeats United States to capture first SheBelieves Cup title
Japan won the title for the first time after goals by Toko Koga and Yuka Momiki.
Benefits for foreign tourists spark debate in Japan
Tourists in Nara Park in March
JMA lifts tsunami advisory for Japan coastlines after strong quake off Philippines
A Japan Meteorological Agency official speaks about the earthquake off the Philippines and ensuing tsunami advisory for a large chunk of Japan, at a news conference early Monday in Tokyo.
Yen lingers above ?160 to the dollar ahead of BOJ meeting
The yen is back above ?160 to the dollar, considered by some investors to be a red line for Japanese authorities.
In trust¡¯s name, disclose candidates¡¯ prior citizenship
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivers a policy speech before the country's parliament in Tokyo in February. The Japanese leader recently argued that requiring candidates to disclose prior citizenship would violate equality before the law.
Fear and uncertainty for foreign business owners after Japan revises rules
Manish Kumar, who asked that his face not be shown, at his restaurant in Tsurugashima, Saitama Prefecture, on June 1.
Foreign couples are turning Japan into a wedding destination
Californians Ben and Ariella Jacoby, who married with Mount Fuji as their backdrop, are part of a growing trend of inbound weddings in Japan.
Fear and uncertainty for foreign business owners after Japan revises rules
Manish Kumar, who asked that his face not be shown, at his restaurant in Tsurugashima, Saitama Prefecture, on June 1.
In Japan, a bull market for bear deterrents
When bells aren¡¯t enough to prevent encounters with bears, outdoorspeople in Japan now have a wide range of deterrents to choose from.
In Matsuyama, sushi more than worth the pilgrimage
The signature piece in chef Koji Takahira¡¯s "nigiri" selection is "shiro-amadai" (white tilefish) ¡ª one of the most prized species from the Seto Inland Sea on account of its sweetness, rich umami and firm texture.
How Japan created its naphtha supply bottleneck
Japan received 93% of its oil via the Strait of Hormuz prior to the Feb. 28 start of the Iran war.

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