Sports

Hometown Heroes: 5 Japanese Soccer Clubs for 5 Types of Fans

As Japan's footballing stock continues to rise, there's never been a better time to follow your closest city’s professional soccer club.

By Liam Carrigan Aug 28, 2018 9 min read

6 Things to Know About the Spartan Race Japan

The second Spartan Race to be held in Japan is happening in October and there are still spots available. Are you up for it?

By GaijinPot Partners Sep 20, 2017 4 min read

How Attitudes to Fitness Are Changing in Japan

From bananas to buff: How the fitness scene in Japan is transforming ahead of Tokyo 2020.

By Andrew Smith Mar 1, 2017 4 min read

How To Watch A Sumo Morning Training Session

Missed the sumo tournament? Don’t worry, there’s an even better way to experience sumo (and it’s free).

By Rebecca Quin Oct 1, 2016 5 min read

Matchday in Japan

By Liam Carrigan Apr 15, 2016 6 min read

There Is No Halfway

When it comes to their hobbies, the Japanese never go halfway.

By James Winovich Sep 26, 2015 4 min read

My First Time: Running Up Mount Fuji

Few people can make the hike up Mt. Fuji. Even fewer are crazy enough to try and run it.

By Katharina von Tschurtschenthaler Aug 11, 2015 5 min read

The Other Side of Asakusa: Swing by Rox Dome Batting Stadium

Go beyond the touristy areas and hit some baseballs after dark.

By Jenie Gabriel Jul 19, 2015 3 min read

What Can The Samurai Blues Learn From The Nadeshiko?

Looking ahead to the Olympics next year, the Nadeshiko certainly have plenty to be positive about.

By Liam Carrigan Jul 18, 2015 6 min read

Bumping Along With Tokyo Bubble Soccer 


Playing soccer while wearing a giant, inflatable bubble? Welcome to the crazy world of Bubble Soccer Tokyo

By Rebecca Quin Jul 15, 2015 3 min read

The Electrifying Ride on a Japanese Denchari

Not just for grocery moms, the electric bike trend is really taking off in Japan.

By Mark Kennedy Apr 17, 2015 4 min read