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Japanese Fans Still Clean Up Qatar Stadium Despite Losing To Croatia

After a 1-1 draw and a loss to Croatia on penalties, Japan was eliminated from the 2022 World Cup (1-3). Japanese fans still clean up Qatar stadium despite losing to Croatia. Japanese supporters were able to immediately move over the dismal outcome and tidy up like they always do.

Author:Henrik Schmidt
Reviewer:David Mitchell
Dec 13, 202216 Shares394 Views
After a 1-1 draw and a loss to Croatia on penalties, Japan was eliminated from the 2022 World Cup (1-3). Japanese fans still clean up Qatar stadium despite losing to Croatia. Japanese supporters were able to immediately move over the dismal outcome and tidy up like they always do.

Japanese Fans Cleaning Qatar World Cup Stadium

With the COVID-19 pandemic having passed, which caused havoc on the world sporting scene, this World Cup is being seen as a test case for the resumption and staging of international competitive events. Thankfully, the competition this year hasn't let us down, with lots of surprises both on and off the field.
One surprise joy sticks out as being special among all the others thus far. After their unexpected win over, Japanese fans cleaned up Qatar stadium.
Fans wearing Japanese club shirts and carrying trash bags were seen walking along rows of seats and picking up cans, bottles, and other trash from the stadium floor.
In reality, the Japanese FootballAssociation had given their team's supporters tens of thousands of blue trash bags. Why blue? The goal was to "color" the various stadiums with blue trash bags in honor of the national footballteam, which goes by the moniker "Samurai Blue" after the color of its uniforms.

Japanese Fans Clean Stadium After Devastating Loss to Croatia: A Heartwarming Show of Respect

Each bag also contained the phrase "thank you" in English, Arabic, and Japanese. Even after games in which their local club did not participate, some Japanese fans cleaned up.
Sadly, the team's loss against Croatia on Monday (Dec 5) put an early stop to Japan's fantastic World Cup 2022 campaign. However, some Japanese fans still clean up Qatar stadium despite losing to Croatia.
This practice was "common for Japanese people to conduct," according to Japanese coach Hajime Moriyasu.
He said, “When you leave a place, you have to leave it cleaner than it was before.”
This act of politeness has drawn a huge response on social media. Many commentators noted that Japanese supporters are known to take similar care of their own stadiums, so much tidying up is not unusual among them. Additionally, they were observed tidying up after the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

People Also Ask

What Happens If You Litter In Japan?

In Japan, it is forbidden to litter. You must take all your trash with you when you leave. You are informed that there is a 30,000 yen charge for littering in a Beautification Enforcement Area.

What Culture Is The Most Hygienic?

Japan is renowned as one of the cleanest nations in the world; the population is highly hygienic-conscious and practices healthy behaviors like mouth washing and handwashing.

Why Is Japan So Hygienic?

Because Shinto and Buddhism are deeply ingrained in Japanese religious thought, their sense of hygiene has a deeper significance. Shinto is a religion that has its roots in Japanese culture. Before they pray, Shinto followers do rituals to clean themselves.

Conclusion

Japanese fans still clean up Qatar stadium despite losing to Croatia. Following Japan's World Cup debut last night, images and videos of the Japanese supporters scrubbing the stadium's surfaces appeared online, demonstrating to the world why they are among the best sports fans.
While doing so, other supporters watched the empty field longingly as Japan's World Cup hopes were crushed.
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Henrik Schmidt

Henrik Schmidt

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Henrik Schmidt, a European sports journalist from the University of Manchester, specializes in soccer, golf, tennis, and the Olympics. With keen analysis and engaging storytelling, his articles offer unique insights into these sports. Beyond writing, Henrik immerses himself in Europe's vibrant sports culture, finding inspiration in the athleticism and competitive spirit that define the games he covers.
David Mitchell

David Mitchell

Reviewer
David Mitchell, a UCLA Sports Journalism graduate, crafts compelling narratives that vividly portray the world of athletics. With a knack for capturing the essence of sporting events and athletes, his writing exudes passion and insight. David's articles, known for their vivid imagery and fresh perspective, resonate with sports enthusiasts worldwide. When not writing, he can be found cheering for his favorite teams or staying active in the gym, believing in the unifying power of sports to inspire and transcend boundaries.
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