Synopsis

From swimming and soccer to gymnastics and beyond, a growing number of Japanese children are embracing athletic pursuits. Sports-centered kindergartens are gaining considerable popularity, alongside after-school programs designed to cultivate future champions. What fuels this surge in youth sports? This episode of Japanology Plus delves into the topic of children and athletics. Joining us is Masayuki Tamaki, a seasoned sportswriter with comprehensive coverage of the sporting world. And in Plus O