The Shaping of Athletic Performances: Cultural Differences and Historical Context in American and Japanese Sports Pre and Post World War II Max Feng   In various world-level sports competitions, such as Olympic Games or World Championships, we often witness American athletes dominating and securing the most gold medals, which leads to our interest in how do they achieve it. Such  remarkable prowess can be seen in Japanese athletes’ sports performances as well, who showcase their distinctive resilience and persevering spirit...