# Japan's push for inclusive esports

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Podcast: [In-depth News Features | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News](https://stenobird.com/podcast/in-depth-news-features-nhk-world-japan-news-6248665)
Published: 2026-01-27T00:56:49+00:00
Episode link: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/4535/
Audio file: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/upld/medias/en/news/backstory/articles-4535-9281-202601270955.mp3
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## Resource

Esports has transformed from a niche hobby into a global phenomenon. Players can log on and compete with rivals anywhere in the world, with major tournaments drawing massive audiences to a market already worth billions of dollars. While gaming has long been seen as the preserve of the young, a recent event in Tokyo challenged that stereotype.

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