In this country, physical preparation has always been a key component for its citizens. Since ancient times, men participated in various martial arts, and women in traditional dances, such as Mai and Odori. Both had strong religious components tied in, such as Sumo largely being associated with the Shinto belief. Now, sports are a big part of Japanese culture and are also a large form of entertainment both for spectators and participants. There are modern sports that took off not so long ago