Neeraj BaliChandigarh, Oct. 23 -- Japan's 18-member men's hockey team arrived in Mohali on Friday, to a traditional Punjabi welcome featuring dhol beats, bhangra performances and ceremonial garlands ahead of the Asian Champions Trophy, scheduled to be held in Jalandhar and Mohali from October 27 to November 5.
Officials of the Punjab Sports Department received the Japanese contingent at the airport, where the visiting players were greeted with traditional garlands and cultural performances showcasing Punjab's rich heritage and hospitality.
The players expressed gratitude for the warm reception and excitement about competing in Punjab, a state renowned for its contribution to Indian hockey.
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