CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Technically speaking, Sumo is the national sport of Japan, but with sold-out stadiums around the country, baseball is very popular.

Detailed explanation-2: -1 Baseball (45.2% of Japanese people’s favourite sport) It was first introduced to Japan in 1872 and it was developing since that year. Baseball is a revered sport in Japan; in fact, a majority consider it the unofficial national sport.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sumo is considered Japan’s national sport. Baseball was introduced to the country by visiting Americans in the 19th century. The Nippon Professional Baseball league has been Japan’s largest professional sports competition in terms of television ratings and spectators.

Detailed explanation-4: -Baseball - the national sport in Japan Today, even primary schools have their own baseball teams and competition for places in high school teams are fierce. Baseball has therefore become the undisputed favorite in team sports.