The Japanese 12U Rubber Championship started in Tokyo

In the 33rd Edition of the Tournament 51 Teams will compete for Prince Takamado Trophy – By Baseball Federation of Japan

51 winners from the prefectural qualifications joined by 15,000 junior teams with 300,000 players of primary schools throughout Japan assembled for the opening ceremony at Meiji Jingu stadium in Tokyo on August 6.
The 5-day Championship, also known as “Koshien of Primary School”, started on August 7 when 19 qualification games are played at 5 baseball grounds under the scorching Sun.

(Photo by Japan Rubber Baseball Association)