Mainz sign Japan’s Kaishu Sano from Kashima Antlers

Mainz have signed Japan defensive midfielder Kaishu Sano on a four-year contract until 2028, the Bundesliga club said on Wednesday. Sano, 23, arrives from J-League club Kashima Antlers for an undisclosed fee and is set to join the team on July 21. Main…

Japan issues new banknotes for the first time in 20 years

Japan’s central bank is issuing a new banknote series for the first time in 20 years. The new notes in denominations of 10,000, 5,000 and 1,000 yen (approximately €57, €29 and €6) come “with the latest security features, including 3D holograms”, the Go…