Jose Sanchez
Research expert covering society, economy, & politics for Latin America
Sports in Japan - statistics & facts
Sports participation and watching sports are the two main segments of the sports industry. In Japan, physical education starts in earnest in elementary school, with several practical and theory sessions per week. In addition to the compulsory physical education lessons, many pupils join sports-related school clubs, which provide an opportunity to practice one’s hobby and offer a place for social interaction with peers. Educational institutions provide the necessary infrastructure, such as equipment and sports grounds. Sports participation declines in adulthood, but a good portion of the population still engages in some kind of physical activity - independently or in sports clubs.
