Japan

Japan is known for its multiple colorful cultural traditions, something many have been looking forward to seeing in its seventh World Cup participation in Qatar in 2022. This cheering crowd member shows a glimpse of what to expect from the nation’s female fans, pictured at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

The land of the rising sun would expect to improve on its three rounds of 16 exits at the 2022 competition. Although the nation lost 3-2 to Belgium to exit the showpiece, the Blue Samurai fans warmed hearts when they cleaned up after themselves in a Group H match; it beat Colombia 2-1.