Japan's national men's volleyball team, Ryujin Nippon, aims to win the 2025 FIVB Men's World Championship in front of what they consider 'home' fans in Manila.
Despite a recent loss to Turkiye, the Japanese team feels energized by the passionate Filipino crowd's support, which they hope to repay with a victory.
Player Ran Takahashi expressed his happiness to be playing in the Philippines and his strong desire to win for the Filipino supporters.
The presence of Japanese jerseys among the crowd, even during a challenging match against Turkiye, highlighted the significant support the team receives in Manila.
Both Japan and the Philippines will be considered home teams in the upcoming tournament, sharing a unique connection with the Manila crowd.
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