Whether soccer or baseball, sports are very popular in Japan. But if you are coming to Japan, why not take a look at some of the traditional Japanese sports as well? SUMO. Sumo is a traditional combative Japanese sport that is well known throughout the world. read more
Soccer is a sport which now a focus of explosive popularity among children and young people in Japan. Japan has hosted the 2002 FIFA World Cup with Korea. read more
Traditional martial arts like judo and kendo are popular, as are sports imported from overseas, such as baseball and soccer (football). Many Japanese go to the sea for surfing and scuba diving in the summer, while skiing and snowboarding are popular winter pursuits. read more
Sports in Japan are a significant part of Japanese culture. Both traditional sports such as sumo and martial arts, and Western imports like baseball and association football, are popular with both participants and spectators. read more