Karate in Japan
The sport has declined in popularity and is more popular abroad. Karate at the 2020 Summer Olympics is going to be a debut event at the Summer Olympics.
Karate at the 2009 Asian Martial Arts Games
The Karate competition at the 2009 Asian Martial Arts Games took place from 6 August to 8 August at the Indoor Stadium Huamark. Kumite contested in six weight classes for men and four for women.