Sports Day - Schools - Explore Japan - Kids Web Japan
WEBEvery year, in spring or autumn, school kids all over Japan, from kindergarten through high school, take part in sports day. On this day, athletic meets are held to give kids a chance to test their skills and compete with each other in a variety of events.
Undokai: Elementary School Sports Day in Japan
WEBJul 13, 2022 · Sports Day at elementary schools in Japan is not only for promoting physical activities and healthy development of children but also gives them a great opportunity to learn the importance of teamwork, working with others, and achieving challenging goals together.
Undokai: Behind The Scenes Of A Japanese Primary School Sports Day
WEBOct 11, 2019 · The school sports day, or undokai (運動会), is one of the biggest events on the calendar of a Japanese elementary school. More than a month of practice culminates in a full day of activities together as a school, with video camera-clutching parents looking on.
Sports Day | Calendar 10 | Explore Japan - Kids Web Japan
WEBThe second Monday of October is Sports Day, a national holiday to foster healthy minds and bodies through physical activity. It was established to commemorate the 1964 Olympic Games in Tokyo, which were held from October 10 to 24.
Surviving Sports Festival Undoukai in Japanese Schools - Tofugu
WEBJul 25, 2014 · In Japan, summer’s end ushers in a nationwide school tradition. Students, teachers, family, and other guests gather for a day of outdoor events known as undoukai 運動会 or sports festival. Undoukai offers something for everyone – some events are taken seriously while others offer light-hearted comic relief.
Japanese Children Celebrate Sports Day - DeepJapan
WEBThe “undokai” is an annual sports day held at every Japanese elementary and middle school in either May or September. Although schools in other countries also have sports days, the many of the “undoukai” activities are unique to Japan and the event is an important part of Japanese culture.
Sports Day (Japan) - Wikipedia
WEBSports Day (スポーツの日, Supōtsu no hi), formerly Health and Sports Day (体育の日, Taiiku no hi, "Physical education day"), is a public holiday in Japan held annually on the second Monday in October. It commemorates the opening of the 1964 Summer Olympics held in Tokyo, and exists to promote sports and an active lifestyle. [1]
'Undokai': Behind the scenes of a Japanese primary school sport day
WEBOct 8, 2018 · The school sports day on Monday Oct 8, or undokai (運動会), is one of the biggest events on the calendar of a Japanese elementary school. More than a month of practice culminates in a full day of activities together as a school, with video camera-clutching parents looking on.
Tokyo Undokai 2024: Japanese Kids Sports Day - YouTube
WEBExperience Tokyo Undokai 2024, Japan's lively day of sports! From traditional tug-of-war to spirited relay races, immerse yourself in this cultural celebrati...
The Japan Society - Undokai - Japanese Sports Day
WEBThe Japanese Sports Day (undokai in Japanese) is a popular event in the school calendar; it’s a fun-filled day with an emphasis on teamwork and collaboration.