Japanese fans clean stadiums and befriend opponents at World Cup

Japanese fan groups took on the responsibility of cleaning the World Cup venues throughout the tournament. Their efforts to collect trash and tidy the arenas turned into a collaborative activity with local residents and supporters from other nations.

After the clean‑up, Japanese and opposing fans gathered for meals and informal conversations. The moments were captured in photos that spread widely on social media, highlighting football’s unifying power.

Organizers praised the initiative as a vivid expression of the tournament’s spirit of friendship and respect.