The big day has come: the Japanese National team arrived in Padova, where it will stay before taking part in the World Championships. “This is an honour for us to host this great national team” said Umberto Zampieri, sport councillor.

“We really want to thank Padova – said Japan’s coach Ueta – The city has excellent facilities. We’d be so happy if we could organise some training time together with the Italian team next June. I think that would help both team to improve”.