Return to instructions Traditional pastimes awaken the enthusiasm of most Japanese sports lovers, but the same persons equally enjoy a multitude of sports and recreations of Western origin. Both of these divisions are a part of Japan's heritage. Many tourists attend traditional Japanese contact sport contests, such as sumo wrestling , judo , karate and kendo . Kyudo is also very popular, but there is no body contact allowed. In addition, tourists may go to baseball games or soccer matches.
Golfing is also available.
For those people that are not interested in sports, this area offers many tourist attractions. From pachinko and karoke to the Spectacles Bridge and the Twenty-six Martyrs Hill , there are a wide variety of entertainment related activities for all ages to enjoy.