Japanese soccer fans at the 2026 FIFA World Cup collected garbage in blue trash bags following their team's first match.

Fans of the Japanese national team have become well-known for picking up after themselves following big World Cup matches.

Japanese soccer fans once again drew attention for a longstanding World Cup tradition Sunday, remaining in the stands after their team’s match to collect trash and clean up their section at AT&T ...

As supporters celebrated Japan booking their place in the knock-out stages of the World Cup as Group F runners-up, attentions then turned to their post-match endeavours.

Fans of Team Japan continued their famous tradition of cleaning up the stands after a 1-1 draw against Sweden at Dallas Stadium.

Japan take on powerhouse Brazil in the round of 32. Japanese fans continue impressing the world with their civic behavior.

When the Japan vs. Netherlands World Cup ​match ended, many headed for the exits, but Japanese fans reached for trash bags instead.

The viral stadium clean-ups by Japanese supporters are rooted in culture, education and a lifelong respect for shared spaces.