Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

TOKYO, Japan, May 8 Kyodo - Japanese wheelchair tennis player Tokito Oda poses for a photo in Tokyo on April 4, 2026, after being awarded four additional Guiness World Record certificates. With the four new awards, including becoming the youngest player to complete a Career Grand Slam by winning all four major tournaments, his total Guinness youngest-winner records reached eight. (Kyodo)

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Japanese wheelchair tennis player Tokito Oda poses for a photo in Tokyo on April 4, 2026, after being awarded four additional Guiness World Record certificates. With the four new awards, including becoming the youngest player to complete a Career Grand Slam by winning all four major tournaments, his total Guinness youngest-winner records reached eight.

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Japanese wheelchair tennis player Tokito Oda poses for a photo in Tokyo on April 4, 2026, after being awarded four additional Guiness World Record certificates. With the four new awards, including becoming the youngest player to complete a Career Grand Slam by winning all four major tournaments, his total Guinness youngest-winner records reached eight.

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Japanese wheelchair tennis player Tokito Oda poses for a photo in Tokyo on April 4, 2026, after being awarded four additional Guiness World Record certificates. With the four new awards, including becoming the youngest player to complete a Career Grand Slam by winning all four major tournaments, his total Guinness youngest-winner records reached eight.

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Japanese wheelchair tennis player Tokito Oda poses for a photo in Tokyo on April 4, 2026, after being awarded four additional Guiness World Record certificates. With the four new awards, including becoming the youngest player to complete a Career Grand Slam by winning all four major tournaments, his total Guinness youngest-winner records reached eight.

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Japanese wheelchair tennis player Tokito Oda poses for a photo in Tokyo on April 4, 2026, after being awarded four additional Guiness World Record certificates. With the four new awards, including becoming the youngest player to complete a Career Grand Slam by winning all four major tournaments, his total Guinness youngest-winner records reached eight.

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Wheelchair Tennis: Oda awarded 4 additional Guinness records

Japanese wheelchair tennis player Tokito Oda receives certificates for his four additional Guiness World Record awards in Tokyo on April 4, 2026. With the four new records, including becoming the youngest player to complete a Career Grand Slam by winning all four major tournaments, his total Guinness youngest-winner records reached eight.

Stained glass-made armor in Japan

Stained glass-made armor in Japan

A stained glass Japanese suit of armor is displayed at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel in Nagoya, central Japan, on Jan. 7, 2026. The 2-meter tall artwork, created by Japanese artist Yoji Uchiyama, was recognized by Guinness World Records in April 2025 as "the largest stained glass sculpture of a samurai armor."

Stained glass-made armor in Japan

Stained glass-made armor in Japan

A stained glass Japanese suit of armor is displayed at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel in Nagoya, central Japan, on Jan. 7, 2026. The 2-meter tall artwork, created by Japanese artist Yoji Uchiyama, was recognized by Guinness World Records in April 2025 as "the largest stained glass sculpture of a samurai armor."

Stained glass-made armor in Japan

Stained glass-made armor in Japan

A stained glass Japanese suit of armor is displayed at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel in Nagoya, central Japan, on Jan. 7, 2026. The 2-meter tall artwork, created by Japanese artist Yoji Uchiyama, was recognized by Guinness World Records in April 2025 as "the largest stained glass sculpture of a samurai armor."

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

OSAKA, Japan, July 27 Kyodo - A total of 3,946 people of 62 nationalities perform a Bon Odori dance at the World Exposition in Osaka on July 26, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most people of different nationalities to participate in the Japanese midsummer folk dance. (Kyodo)

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

A total of 3,946 people of 62 nationalities perform a Bon Odori dance at the World Exposition in Osaka on July 26, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most people of different nationalities to participate in the Japanese midsummer folk dance.

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

A total of 3,946 people of 62 nationalities perform a Bon Odori dance at the World Exposition in Osaka on July 26, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most people of different nationalities to participate in the Japanese midsummer folk dance.

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

A total of 3,946 people of 62 nationalities perform a Bon Odori dance at the World Exposition in Osaka on July 26, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most people of different nationalities to participate in the Japanese midsummer folk dance.

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

A total of 3,946 people of 62 nationalities perform a Bon Odori dance at the World Exposition in Osaka on July 26, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most people of different nationalities to participate in the Japanese midsummer folk dance.

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

A total of 3,946 people of 62 nationalities perform a Bon Odori dance at the World Exposition in Osaka on July 26, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most people of different nationalities to participate in the Japanese midsummer folk dance.

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

A total of 3,946 people of 62 nationalities perform a Bon Odori dance at the World Exposition in Osaka on July 26, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most people of different nationalities to participate in the Japanese midsummer folk dance.

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

Largest number of Bon Odori participants at Osaka expo

A total of 3,946 people of 62 nationalities perform a Bon Odori dance at the World Exposition in Osaka on July 26, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most people of different nationalities to participate in the Japanese midsummer folk dance.

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-20 00:08:41 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-19 23:58:16 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-20 00:09:56 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-19 23:57:22 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-20 00:09:09 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-20 00:10:35 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-19 23:57:04 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-19 23:57:21 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-20 00:08:41 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-19 23:58:39 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-19 23:58:22 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

World Record Largest Laser Show During Verknipt Arena - Amsterdam

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2025-07-19 23:59:03 Amsterdam, July 19, 2025, Johan Cruijff Arena. The hard techno festival Verknipt Arena has set the world record for the largest laser show. The organizers received a certificate from a Guinness Book of Records official after setting the world record. Photo: NLBEELD/Robert Meerding Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

Band members pose for a photo after their group, composed of 12,269 school students, performed at the World Exposition's iconic Grand Ring in Osaka, western Japan, on May 11, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest marching band.

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

A band composed of 12,269 school students performs at the World Exposition's iconic Grand Ring in Osaka, western Japan, on May 11, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest marching band.

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

A band composed of 12,269 school students performs at the World Exposition's iconic Grand Ring in Osaka, western Japan, on May 11, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest marching band.

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

A band composed of 12,269 school students performs at the World Exposition's iconic Grand Ring in Osaka, western Japan, on May 11, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest marching band.

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

World's largest marching band at Osaka expo

A band composed of 12,269 school students performs at the World Exposition's iconic Grand Ring in Osaka, western Japan, on May 11, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest marching band.

Snake festival in eastern Japan

Snake festival in eastern Japan

About 300 high school students carry a snake-shaped float during a festival at the Oigami hot spring resort in Numata, Gunma Prefecture, eastern Japan, on May 9, 2025, the year of the snake in the Chinese zodiac. The float, 108 meters long, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's longest snake float used for a festival.

Snake festival in eastern Japan

Snake festival in eastern Japan

About 300 high school students carry a snake-shaped float during a festival at the Oigami hot spring resort in Numata, Gunma Prefecture, eastern Japan, on May 9, 2025, the year of the snake in the Chinese zodiac. The float, 108 meters long, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's longest snake float used for a festival.

Snake festival in eastern Japan

Snake festival in eastern Japan

About 300 high school students carry a snake-shaped float during a festival at the Oigami hot spring resort in Numata, Gunma Prefecture, eastern Japan, on May 9, 2025, the year of the snake in the Chinese zodiac. The float, 108 meters long, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's longest snake float used for a festival.

Snake festival in eastern Japan

Snake festival in eastern Japan

About 300 high school students carry a snake-shaped float during a festival at the Oigami hot spring resort in Numata, Gunma Prefecture, eastern Japan, on May 9, 2025, the year of the snake in the Chinese zodiac. The float, 108 meters long, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's longest snake float used for a festival.

World's longest "okonomiyaki" pizza

World's longest "okonomiyaki" pizza

About 500 people cooperate to bake "okonomiyaki" Japanese pizza over 100 meters long at an idle paddy field in Sanyoonoda, Yamaguchi Prefecture, western Japan, on May 5, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's longest "okonomiyaki."

Over 4,000 cups of cooked puffer fish served

Over 4,000 cups of cooked puffer fish served

A total of 4,432 cups of fugu cooked in a 3.5-meter hot pot is served to visitors during a festival in Shimonoseki in the western Japan prefecture of Yamaguchi on May 3, 2025, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most cups of the puffer fish served.

[Breaking News]Largest interactive fountain array

OSAKA, Japan, April 8 Kyodo - Video taken on April 7, 2025, shows a water fountain array to be used in a water show planned at the upcoming World Exposition in Osaka, recognized as the world's largest interactive fountain feature by Guinness World Records. About 300 fountains set up in the 2,179.32-square-meter area will change their flow in accordance with visitors' gestures. (Kyodo)

Largest interactive fountain array

Largest interactive fountain array

Photo taken on April 7, 2025, shows a water fountain array to be used in a water show planned at the upcoming World Exposition in Osaka, recognized as the world's largest interactive fountain feature by Guinness World Records. About 300 fountains set up in the 2,179.32-square-meter area will change their flow in accordance with visitors' gestures.

Largest interactive fountain array

Largest interactive fountain array

Photo taken on April 7, 2025, shows a water fountain array to be used in a water show planned at the upcoming World Exposition in Osaka, recognized as the world's largest interactive fountain feature by Guinness World Records. About 300 fountains set up in the 2,179.32-square-meter area will change their flow in accordance with visitors' gestures.

Ball-catching project at Grand Ring of World Exposition

Ball-catching project at Grand Ring of World Exposition

About 400 people pose for a photo at the site of the upcoming 2025 World Exposition in Osaka on April 4, 2025, after participating in a ball-catching project in which they caught a ball while standing 5 meters apart from one another around the expo's iconic Grand Ring -- 2 kilometers in circumference -- recognized as the world's largest wooden structure by Guinness World Records.

Ball-catching project at Grand Ring of World Exposition

Ball-catching project at Grand Ring of World Exposition

About 400 people pose for a photo at the site of the upcoming 2025 World Exposition in Osaka on April 4, 2025, after participating in a ball-catching project in which they caught a ball while standing 5 meters apart from one another around the expo's iconic Grand Ring -- 2 kilometers in circumference -- recognized as the world's largest wooden structure by Guinness World Records.

[Breaking News]Gigantic ring of 2025 World Expo

OSAKA, Japan, March 4 Kyodo - Hiroyuki Ishige, secretary general of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition, and Japanese architect Sosuke Fujimoto pose on March 4, 2025, during a ceremony in the expo's iconic Grand Ring, recognized as the world's largest wooden structure by Guinness World Records, on an artificial island in the western Japan city of Osaka. (Kyodo)

Gigantic ring of 2025 World Expo

Gigantic ring of 2025 World Expo

Hiroyuki Ishige (C), secretary general of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition, and Japanese architect Sosuke Fujimoto (2nd from L) pose on March 4, 2025, during a ceremony in the expo's iconic Grand Ring, recognized as the world's largest wooden structure by Guinness World Records, on an artificial island in the western Japan city of Osaka.

Gigantic ring of 2025 World Expo

Gigantic ring of 2025 World Expo

Japanese architect Sosuke Fujimoto speaks during a ceremony on March 4, 2025, in the 2025 World Exposition's iconic Grand Ring, recognized as the world's largest wooden structure by Guinness World Records, on an artificial island in the western Japan city of Osaka.

Gigantic ring of 2025 World Expo

Gigantic ring of 2025 World Expo

Photo taken on Feb. 28, 2025, shows the 2025 World Exposition's iconic Grand Ring, just completed on an artificial island in the western Japan city of Osaka, which was recognized in March as the world's largest wooden structure by Guinness World Records.