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Japan's men's volleyball team defeated Pakistan in the preliminary round of the Asian Games, taking two straight sets at one point in the match. Coverage highlights players Kai and Nishiyama making their case for bigger roles, while coach Tillie has entrusted leadership duties to the next generation, including Tatsunori Otsuka, who says he wants to be on the court. Fans are also following other storylines, such as FamilyMart socks rescuing the Uzbekistan team.

FamilyMart's blue, green and white socks, long worn by staff, have become an unofficial fashion statement in Japan and beyond. The convenience store chain is now launching a new footwear line, but each design is only sold in certain regions, meaning fans will have to travel across Japan to collect the full set.