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Japan Traditional Sports

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Japan has a rich and diverse culture that is reflected in its traditional sports. Some of the most famous traditional Japanese sports are: 1) Sumo Wrestling 💪  Japan’s national sport based on wrestling. Two sumo wrestlers try to push each other out of a circular ring or make them touch the ground with anything other than their feet. Sumo has a long history and is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and religion. Sumo wrestlers live in communal stables and follow strict rules and rituals. Sumo tournaments are held six times a year in different cities and attract large crowds of spectators. 2)Kendo ( Swordsmanship) 🔪🎍 Japanese martial art with bamboo swords. Kendo is derived from the ancient swordsmanship of the samurai warriors. Two kendo practitioners wear protective armor and helmets and try to strike each other with bamboo swords called shinai. Kendo emphasizes mental discipline, respect, and etiquette. Kendo is widely practiced in Japan and around the world.  3) Judo 👐💪...

Japan Interesting Facts

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Certainly!😍 Japan is a fascinating country with a rich culture and history. Here are some interesting facts about Japan 🎌 1) Cherry Blossom Season  🌸 J apan is famous for it's cherry blossom called Sakura. Every spring, people will gather in parks for Hanami Parties or flower-viewing parties to admire the beautiful Sakura in full bloom.  The cherry blossom is considered the national flower  of Japan. Sakura have been described as having a nice smell and often inspired a lot of candles and incense. 2) Sumo wrestling 💪   Sumo is a Japan's national sport. It is a traditional form of wrestling. Professional sumo wrestler mostly live in communal training stables called "heya". Sumo  is a form of competitive full-contact wrestling  where a rikishi (wrestler) attempts to force his opponent out of a circular ring (dohyo ) or into touching the ground with any body part other than the soles of his feet, it's usually by throwing, shoving or pushing him down. 3) Nu...