AFC Women's Asian Cup: Japan's Nadeshiko players bow in unison before warm up

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Perth contributor Yasuo Imanari says Japan’s team at the Asian Cup has been bowing in unison before their pre-match warm-up — something he says has never been seen before.

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Published 10 March 2026 11:33am

Presented by Yumi Oba

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Perth contributor Yasuo Imanari says Japan’s team at the Asian Cup has been bowing in unison before their pre-match warm-up — something he says has never been seen before.

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