Today marks the general opening ceremony of the Japan Games, formerly know as National Sports Festival, and the main competitions are finally about to begin! 

Here’s a look at the exciting matches lined up for today, October 5:

-Archery: Saga Prefecture athletes are set to compete in all events, including many Olympians participating in the men’s adult competition.
  
-Boys’ Hockey: The first round of the boys' hockey tournament kicks off, showcasing the talents of Imari Technical High School players.
  
-Boys’ Table Tennis: The first round of the boys’ table tennis league is underway.
  
-Badminton; In the adult women's second round, watch for Paris bronze medalist Matsuyama from Kumamoto Prefecture as she takes to the court.
  
-Kyudo: All Kyudo events will require participants to clear the preliminaries, adding an extra layer of excitement.

The Japan Games will take place from October 5 to October 15, 2024, in Saga Prefecture, followed by the National Sports Festival for People with Disabilities from October 26 to October 28.