Japanese fans repeat tradition and clean stands after World Cup draw Japan's good performance on the field in the 2-2 draw with the Netherlands, this Sunday (14) was highlighted, but, outside the pitch, the fans once again drew attention to their behavior. As has become routine at World Cups, Japanese fans remained in the stadium after the end of the match, in Dallas, to collect trash before leaving. Japanese fans repeat tradition and clean stands after World Cup draw Newspaper Today With blue plastic bags in their hands, carried by themselves, the fans gathered cups, papers and bottles left in the stands. Cleaning was not limited to seats occupied by Japanese: they also collected waste from other sectors of the stadium. This attitude is part of Japanese culture. Cleaning the environment is understood as a gesture of respect and gratitude to the country that organizes the event. The behavior is encouraged from childhood. In Japanese schools, children themselves are responsible for organizing and cleaning classrooms and common areas. Japanese fans repeat tradition and clean stands after World Cup draw Newspaper Today