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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura (R) of Japan and compatriot Ren Nikaido smile after winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver and bronze, respectively, in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura (R) of Japan and compatriot Ren Nikaido pose after winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver and bronze, respectively, in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura of Japan (R) and compatriot Ren Nikaido pose after winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver and bronze, respectively, in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura of Japan (R) and compatriot Ren Nikaido pose after winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver and bronze, respectively, in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura of Japan (R) and compatriot Ren Nikaido pose after winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver and bronze, respectively, in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Domen Prevc of Slovenia competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping gold in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Domen Prevc of Slovenia competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping gold in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Domen Prevc of Slovenia competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping gold in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Domen Prevc of Slovenia competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping gold in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ren Nikaido of Japan competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping bronze in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ren Nikaido of Japan competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping bronze in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ren Nikaido of Japan competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping bronze in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura of Japan competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura of Japan competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura of Japan competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Naoki Nakamura of Japan poses after winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Domen Prevc (C) of Slovenia poses after winning the World Cup men's ski jumping gold in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 18, 2026, alongside silver medalist Ryoyu Kobayashi (L) of Japan and bronze medalist Daniel Tschofenig of Austria.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ryoyu Kobayashi of Japan waves to the crowd after winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 18, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ryoyu Kobayashi of Japan competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 18, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ryoyu Kobayashi of Japan competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping silver in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 18, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Daniel Tschofenig of Austria competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping bronze in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 18, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Daniel Tschofenig of Austria competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping bronze in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 18, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Daniel Tschofenig of Austria competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping bronze in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 18, 2026.

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Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Ski jumping: World Cup in Sapporo

Domen Prevc of Slovenia competes en route to winning the World Cup men's ski jumping gold in Sapporo, northern Japan, on Jan. 18, 2026.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 7

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 6

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 5

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 4

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 3

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 2

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 3

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 2

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Heavy Snowfall in Hokkaido, Flights Disrupted 2

On January 8, heavy snow across Hokkaido caused major travel chaos. At New Chitose Airport, 27 flights were canceled and many delayed due to de-icing operations. JR Hokkaido suspended 29 services, including 25 "Rapid Airport" trains, while multiple expressways were closed. These disruptions led to massive queues at the airport, with travelers lining up across two floors for the train station.

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Japan: Heavy Snowfall in Hokkaido, Flights Disrupted

On January 8, heavy snow across Hokkaido caused major travel chaos. At New Chitose Airport, 27 flights were canceled and many delayed due to de-icing operations. JR Hokkaido suspended 29 services, including 25 "Rapid Airport" trains, while multiple expressways were closed. These disruptions led to massive queues at the airport, with travelers lining up across two floors for the train station.

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Japan Golf Tour record winner Jumbo Ozaki dies at 78

Japan Golf Tour record winner Jumbo Ozaki dies at 78

Masashi Ozaki lifts the victor's trophy after winning the ANA Open golf tournament at Sapporo Golf Club in Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Sept. 22, 2002, becoming the oldest winner on the Japan Golf Tour at 55 years and 7 months. Nicknamed Jumbo Ozaki, he died of sigmoid colon cancer aged 78 on Dec. 23, 2025, after scoring 112 wins, the most for a Japanese player, including 94 on the Japan Golf Tour.

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Japan: Heavy Snowfall Strands 750 Passengers at Hokkaido New Chitose Airport

Approximately 750 passengers were stranded and spent the night at New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido on Friday, December 12, as heavy snowfall swept through the area, causing 183 flight cancellations, including four international flights.

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Japan: Earthquake Strikes Aomori, Tsunami Advisory Issued for Coastal Areas 2

A strong earthquake struck Aomori and other parts of northern Japan on Friday, December 12. According to the USGS, the magnitude was 6.7. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a tsunami advisory for the Pacific coast of Aomori Prefecture, Iwate Prefecture, the central Pacific coastal areas of Hokkaido, and Miyagi Prefecture.

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RECAP: Over 50 Injured After Strong M7.5 Quake Strikes Northern Japan

A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck off Aomori late Monday, December 8, triggering tsunami warnings across Hokkaido and Tohoku before being lifted early Tuesday. Over 50 injuries and power outages were reported. Authorities warn of a heightened risk of another major quake in the coming week.

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Japan: M7.5 Quake Hits Off Aomori Prefecture, Tsunami Warning Issued 7

A powerful Magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck off the east coast of Aomori Prefecture around 11:15 p.m. on Monday, December 8, injuring dozens of people and leading to immediate tsunami warnings and evacuation orders for residents. A 70 cm tsunami was observed at Kuji Port in Iwate Prefecture around 1:00 a.m. on Tuesday, and all warnings were subsequently lifted.

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Japan: M7.5 Quake Hits Off Aomori Prefecture, Tsunami Warning Issued 8

A powerful Magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck off the east coast of Aomori Prefecture around 11:15 p.m. on Monday, December 8, injuring dozens of people and leading to immediate tsunami warnings and evacuation orders for residents. A 70 cm tsunami was observed at Kuji Port in Iwate Prefecture around 1:00 a.m. on Tuesday, and all warnings were subsequently lifted.

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Sapporo Beer sign and logo

Sapporo Beer sign and logo

Sapporo Beer sign and logo=December 8,2025,Tokyo

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Sapporo Beer sign and logo

Sapporo Beer sign and logo

Sapporo Beer sign and logo=December 8,2025,Tokyo

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Sapporo Beer sign and logo

Sapporo Beer sign and logo

Sapporo Beer sign and logo=December 8,2025,Tokyo

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Japan: M7.5 Quake Hits Off Aomori Prefecture, Tsunami Warning Issued 2

A powerful Magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck off the east coast of Aomori Prefecture around 11:15 p.m. on Monday, December 8, injuring more than 20 people and leading to immediate tsunami warnings and evacuation orders for residents. A 70 cm tsunami was observed at Kuji Port in Iwate Prefecture around 1:00 a.m. on Tuesday, and all warnings were subsequently lifted.

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Sapporo White Illumination

Sapporo White Illumination

Sapporo White Illumination, a popular seasonal light event, begins at Odori Park in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Nov. 21, 2025.

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Sapporo White Illumination

Sapporo White Illumination

Sapporo White Illumination, a popular seasonal light event, begins at Odori Park in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Nov. 21, 2025.

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Japan: Cold Front Brings Heavy Snow, Weather Warnings to Northern Region 2

A strong cold front moved into northern Japan, bringing heavy snow. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a weather warning for some areas, including Hokkaido and Aomori on Tuesday, November 18.

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Japan: Cold Front Brings Heavy Snow, Weather Warnings to Northern Region 3

A strong cold front moved into northern Japan, bringing heavy snow. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a weather warning for some areas, including Hokkaido and Aomori on Tuesday, November 18.

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