World● Low1h ago · Nov 9, 2026, 10:00 PM
Koshien" on terraced rice fields, competing in stone-stacking skills; high schools where clubs were born
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Asahi Shimbun · East Asia
A "Koshien" style competition is being held on terraced rice fields, where participants compete in stone-stacking skills, leading to the formation of related high school clubs. This showcases a unique cultural event and its impact on local youth activities.
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