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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 965, Meng Chang, emperor of Later Shu (born 919) passed away. In 1394, Ashikaga Yoshinori, Japanese shōgun (died 1441) was born. In 1441, Ashikaga Yoshinori, Japanese shōgun (born 1394) passed away. In 1909, Motoichi Kumagai, Japanese photographer and illustrator (died 2010) was born. In 1918, The Imperial Japanese Navy battleship Kawachi blows up at Shunan, western Honshu, Japan, killing at least 621. In 1931, Geeto Mongol, Canadian-American wrestler and trainer (died 2013) was born. In 1961, Heikko Glöde, German footballer and manager was born. In 1966, Taiji, Japanese bass player and songwriter (died 2011) was born. In 1986, Hannaliis Jaadla, Estonian footballer was born. In 2013, Takako Takahashi, Japanese author (born 1932) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Fans take over iconic Shibuya Crossing as Japan reaches World Cup knockout round
Fans watched in packed bars, cafes and even on the side of the road as the Samurai Blue secured a second-place finish in Group F at the World Cup.
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Reuters
· Jun 29, 2026
LIVE: Fans gather in Tokyo to watch World Cup match against Brazil
Japanese soccer fans gather in Tokyo to watch their national team's World Cup round of 32 match against Brazil. #Japan #Brazil #Soccer #Football #FIFAworldcup #Tokyo #Live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/
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· Jun 23, 2026
Why Japan Fans Clean Up the Stadium After Soccer Games
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· Jul 12, 2026
A cosmopolitan corner of southern Japan
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· Jun 26, 2026
Keeper Zion Suzuki shines as Japan survive Sweden to set up World Cup round of 32 clash with Brazil
A hard-fought draw with Sweden sends Japan to the round of 32, where rising star goalkeeper Zion Suzuki faces his biggest test yet against powerhouse Brazil
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· Jun 24, 2026
Indo-Japan ties can be most important: Japanese FM
Indo-Japan ties can be most important: Japanese FM
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· Jul 3, 2026
Blue-haired World Cup fan breaks silence after his emotional reaction goes viral
A viral video shows a blue-wigged Japan fan cycling through numerous emotions after he accidentally bought a ticket in the Brazil supporters' section.
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Related coverage for " Fans take over iconic Shibuya Crossing as Japan reaches World Cup knockout round ": Reuters — LIVE: Fans gather in Tokyo to watch World Cup match against Brazil. GiveMeSport — Why Japan Fans Clean Up the Stadium After Soccer Games. The Week — A cosmopolitan corner of southern Japan . CBS Sports — Keeper Zion Suzuki shines as Japan survive Sweden to set up World Cup round of 32 clash with Brazil . The Economic Times — Indo-Japan ties can be most important: Japanese FM . Fox News — Blue-haired World Cup fan breaks silence after his emotional reaction goes viral