Since 1998, supporters of Japan’s national football team have consistently cleaned the stadiums following World Cup matches. This practice, maintained across nearly three decades, has become a notable aspect of their fan culture.
Setting a Global Standard for Sportsmanship
This longstanding cleanup tradition persists irrespective of whether the Japanese team wins or loses, reflecting a strong commitment to respect for the venues and fellow fans. Their behavior has earned recognition worldwide as an exemplary model of sportsmanship among World Cup spectators.
