Gay Japanese pro volleyball player Rui Takahashi speaks about his brother Ran’s response to his historic coming out, in a new ...

Volleyball player Rui Takahashi is the first gay male pro athlete in Japan to come out publicly. He has support from his brother, who was also his teammate.

Japan edged China 3-2 in the men's volleyball semifinals at the 2026 Asian Games on Friday to set up a final showdown with Iran. The first set was closely contested, with the score tied several times.

Japan Beat Iran In Final To Qualify For LA28, Volleyball Asian Championship: Japan booked their place at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games after defeating Iran 3-0 in the.

Playing on home soil, Japan produced a composed performance in the decisive moments of each set to secure the continental crown and book their place at the 2028 Olympic Games. Yuji Nishida was Japan’s ...