Andy Hata, president of ONE Championship Japan, highlighted the significance of “ONE: Century 世紀” during a press conference on October 10, 2019. Set for October 13 at Ryogoku Kokugikan, this 100th event will showcase Japanese martial arts, featuring 28 champions. Hata aims to inspire athletes and celebrate martial arts traditions in Japan.
Brandon Vera not comfortable challenging Aung La N Sang inside ONE Championship cage in Tokyo
Brandon Vera, the ONE Heavyweight World Champion, expressed nervousness while challenging Aung La N Sang for the Light Heavyweight title after Aung’s successful defense of his Middleweight belt. Vera aimed for a respectful approach. Their bout will headline “ONE: Century” on October 13, 2019, marking a significant event for ONE Championship.
Andy Hata: ONE Championship’s mission is very important
ONE Championship's second event in Japan, “ONE: Century 世紀,” will occur on October 13, 2019, at Ryogoku Kokugikan, featuring 28 World Champions. Media day was attended by company leaders who emphasized the mission to inspire through martial arts. The event promises unprecedented global broadcasting reach, marking a historic milestone in martial arts.
Japan has many amazing stories: ONE Esports CEO Carlos Alimurung
Japan will host two key ONE Esports events, including the ONE TEKKEN Tokyo Invitational and ONE Street Fighter Tokyo Challenge. CEO Carlos Alimurung emphasized the country's rich storytelling potential for esports. Additionally, “ONE: Century 世紀” on October 13, 2019, promises to be a historic martial arts championship event.
ONE Championship, Pancrase, Shooto leaders grace ‘ONE: Century 世紀’ event in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
ONE Championship held the official “ONE: Century 世紀” media day at the Park Hyatt in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan on September 17, 2019. It was graced by the Singapore-based martial arts organization's chairman and chief executive officer Chatri Sityodtong along with Pancrase CEO Masakazu Sakai and Shooto CEO Kazuhiro Sakamoto. On March 31, 2019, ONE Championship … Continue reading ONE Championship, Pancrase, Shooto leaders grace ‘ONE: Century 世紀’ event in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
‘Yakuza 7’ release date announced; Sega video game’s main characters, voice actors revealed
Sega will release "Yakuza 7" on January 16, 2020 for PlayStation 4 in Japan. The game follows protagonist Ichiban Kasuga's journey from incarceration to uncovering the Omi Alliance's takeover led by his mentor. The narrative spans two eras, exploring betrayal, alliance shifts, and the quest for truth in Yokohama.
ONE Esports to host ONE TEKKEN Tokyo Invitational, ONE Street Fighter Tokyo Challenge
Japan will host the inaugural ONE Esports events, including the ONE TEKKEN Tokyo Invitational and the ONE Street Fighter Tokyo Challenge, as part of ONE Championship's 100th live event celebration on October 13, 2019. The event includes World Martial Arts Week from October 5-13 and features renowned martial arts athletes.
Contemporary Wood-Carved Netsuke opens at Ayala Malls Greenbelt 5 in Makati
The Japan Foundation, Manila hosted the Contemporary Wood-Carved Netsuke exhibition at Ayala Malls Greenbelt 5 from July 1-21, 2019, showcasing 65 works by Japanese artists. The event featured talks and workshops by renowned netsuke artists and coincided with Philippine-Japan Friendship Month and the 22nd Japanese Film Festival, EIGASAI.
Australia’s Josh Tonna decisions Japan’s Yoshihisa Morimoto at ‘ONE: Masters of Destiny’ in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Josh “TimeBomb” Tonna, 31, of Australia was one of the ONE Super Series winners at “ONE: Masters of Destiny” at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on July 12, 2019. He defeated Yoshihisa “Mad Dog” Morimoto, 28, of Japan. ONE Championship included four kickboxing contests, two Muay Thai matches and 10 mixed martial arts … Continue reading Australia’s Josh Tonna decisions Japan’s Yoshihisa Morimoto at ‘ONE: Masters of Destiny’ in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Angela Lee, Xiong Jing Nan’s rematch at ‘ONE: Century 世紀’ in Tokyo confirmed
Angela Lee, the ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion, will defend her title against Xiong Jing Nan, the ONE Women’s Strawweight World Champion, on October 13, 2019. This rematch follows their first encounter in March 2019, where Lee suffered her first professional loss. The event marks ONE Championship's 100th live show.
