Do you know the soft tennis? This sport started in Japan in the 20th century. It is a kind of ball game just like tennis. It is not very popular, but it has some unique etiquette.

First, the athletes from both sides walk into the stadium in sequence and stand at both end lines of the field. Then athletes and referees greet the audience one by one. An important process before the game starts is to exchange gifts. Athlete opponents walk to the middle of the field and exchange their gifts such as a badge. It is a unique routine for soft tennis.

In the 19th Asia Games of Hangzhou, an audience from Ningbo, Zhejiang province said, “Sports are without borders. This exchange can promote communication and understanding between different countries.” An Indian softball player said, “It’s very good because it really makes me know about the traditions of other countries.”

When the game is over, the athletes must bow to each other to show courtesy and respect for opponents.

This is the etiquette about soft games. It is unique and interesting. The etiquette helps the athletes to know more about each other and learn about the cultures of different countries. It is beneficial to different countries to be more peaceful and friendly.