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New to Tokyo? Top 10 things to see and do for the first-timer
It's not as daunting as you might think.

'Too late!' Embarrassing reason JAL plane refused by airport
The domestic shuttle flight turned into a seven-hour 'flight to nowhere'.

New York Times: Packed With Tourists, Japan Returns to Economic Growth
Eager to visit Japan? Join the queue.

Five of the best cities to visit on a Japan holiday
With borders fully opening from October 11, now is the perfect time to plan your visit.

Typhoon Nanmadol pounds Japan
Wave surge warnings issued - people urged to move to second floors or higher.

The best airports in the world have been revealed
While there have been big changes in passenger numbers, the rankings hardly moved.

Cycling NZ physio told head coaches she wouldn't 'fabricate clinical findings' prior to Tokyo Olympics controversy
Sources believe the swap had been planned for months before cyclists competed in Tokyo.

'That's not my medal!' Gold in Olympic suitcase mixup
There are only 340 people it could belong to.

'Terrific power!' Young Kiwi star stays in medal hunt with crushing win
Ellesse Andrews faces Canadian after big win against Chinese rider.

Olympic Committee 'looking into' Mao pins worn by Chinese athletes
Olympic rules prohibit political statements on the podium.

Eddie Dawkins column: The massive shift facing NZ's Olympic track cycling team
Opinion: Here's what to expect from the NZ track cycling group at the Tokyo Olympics.

Sailors bounce back: Burling and Tuke shoot up standings
Kiwi crews, led by America's Cup stars, are back in the medals mix.

'Very unfair': Kiwi doubles pair stun 3rd seeds after fiery umpire exchange
Marcus Daniell and Michael Venus could face British great in clash for medal.

Kiwis eliminated from Olympic surfing
Ella Williams' and Billy Stairmand's Olympic debuts have come to an end.

The most carefully managed walk in the world? A Tokyo Olympic tour
No straying from the tour. No talking to residents. Breaking the rules means deportation.

'Tactless, disrespectful': TVNZ silent on Olympics opening ceremony gaffe
It was meant to be a poignant moment to remember those who had lost their loved ones.

Olympics boss refuses to rule out 11th hour cancellation of Games
Stark warning comes after health expert warns the bubble system is already "broken".

Tokyo says it is ready for Covid-19. What about earthquakes?
New York Times: Earthquakes are the other potential catastrophe at the Olympics.

'We have been cornered': Olympics organiser reveals serious concerns
'We are damned if we do, and damned if we do not,' Japanese sports star says.

Why Japan hasn't cancelled the Tokyo Olympics - and what happens if it does
ANALYSIS: Yes, the games can still be cancelled. But the fallout would be staggering.

Japan extends Covid emergency 7 weeks out from Olympics
With infections still not slowing, Japan's PM extends Covid emergency for 20 days.

Tokyo Olympics: Japan mobilises military for mass Covid vaccinations
Aim is to inoculate up to 10k people per day in Tokyo and 5k per day in Osaka.

Tokyo Olympics: Majority of Japanese want Games cancelled
Pressure to cancel the Games intensifies as the IOC wraps up its final planning sessions.

Tokyo Olympics: Torch relay pulled as Covid cases surge
Barely 10 weeks out from the Games' start date, the worrying signs keep coming.

Covid-19 concerns see NZ Olympic doctors pull out of Tokyo games
A handful of health specialists pulled out of the NZ team but have since been replaced.

The Tokyo Olympics, explained
New York Times: After a year's delay, here's what we know about the Games.

Speculation over Tokyo Olympics: 2021, 2032 or not at all?
When will the Tokyo Olympics be held, if at all?

Olympics bosses hit back after games cancellation report
IOC, local organisers push back after claim Japanese government ready to pull pin.

Tokyo now has transparent public toilets. Let us explain
New York Times: The "smart glass" toilet stalls to allay fears about safety and hygiene.