Report Thailand Promotes Muay Thai Globally by Certifying Coaches in Japan

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The Department of Skill Development (DSD) has taken significant steps to elevate Muay Thai's international profile by certifying coaches in Japan, aiming to enhance economic value and share Thai martial arts culture. On 25 May, Decha Prukpatanarak, Director-General of the DSD, officially launched this initiative to bolster Thai labour capability standards abroad, focusing on 19 Thai Muay Thai coaches currently residing in Japan.

 

The initiative's kickoff event in Tokyo saw key figures in attendance, including Vipavee Rangsimaporn, Minister Counsellor at the Royal Thai Embassy, Somchat Suparee, Deputy Director-General of the DSD, and Panrawee Nakpipat, Labour Counsellor, underscoring the project's diplomatic and cultural significance.

 

Decha underscored Muay Thai's role as a vital soft power asset that Thailand seeks to promote globally. The goal is to transform Muay Thai from a national treasure into a globally recognised and accepted martial art form, boosting its economic value and, subsequently, Thai income.

 

This effort aligns with the broader 'Muay Thai to the World Stage' policy, aiming to establish international standards for Thai boxing coaches. Ensuring these coaches possess globally acceptable teaching methods and curricula is crucial for maintaining the sport's integrity and quality.

 

In collaboration with the Labour Office in Tokyo, the DSD is conducting a skill standard test for the 19 Muay Thai coaches from May 25 to 26. This program is part of a more extensive effort by Thailand to export its cultural heritage through high-quality, standardised training.

 

Additionally, the DSD organised a skill standard test for Thai massage practitioners in Japan from May 24 to 25, engaging 33 participants. This follows similar certifications conducted for 72 Thai massage practitioners in Malaysia and 20 Muay Thai coaches in Taiwan, highlighting an ongoing commitment to international skill certification.

 

Decha expressed confidence that the initiative will not only benefit participants in understanding the importance of skill standards but also facilitate the spread of Muay Thai culture in Japan and beyond. This venture exemplifies how cultural diplomacy through skilled workers can contribute significantly to Thailand's economic and cultural influence globally.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-05-26

 

 

[Quentin Zen]

 

 

After a few (20) beers in Pattaya or Phuket, I'm ready!!!!!   Remember, it's 100% mental.  

[hotsun]

Japan has shohei ohtani, the greatest baseball player who ever lived. Why should they care about muay thai

[josephbloggs]

13 minutes ago, hotsun said:

Japan has shohei ohtani, the greatest baseball player who ever lived. Why should they care about muay thai

That literally makes no sense at all. 

 

It's like certifying Thai chefs in America and you saying "they have the Empire State Building, one of the most famous buildings in the world. Why should they care about Thai food?"

I know you just need to get your Thai bash in for the day, but at least try and make it a logical one.

[hotsun]

2 minutes ago, josephbloggs said:

That literally makes no sense at all. 

 

It's like certifying Thai chefs in America and you saying "they have the Empire State Building, one of the most famous buildings in the world. Why should they care about Thai food?"

I know you just need to get your Thai bash in for the day, but at least try and make it a logical one.

You are talking about the US as an example, which actually makes no sense at all. This thread is about muay thai in japan,

 

japan doesnt care about anything thats not japanese

[Harrisfan]

2 minutes ago, hotsun said:

You are talking about the US as an example, which actually makes no sense at all. This thread is about muay thai in japan,

 

japan doesnt care about anything thats not japanese

K1 was big in Japan. Buakaw was famous.

[josephbloggs]

8 minutes ago, hotsun said:

japan doesnt care about anything thats not japanese

That is complete nonsense.

[save the frogs]

I prefer Sumo Wrestling

[proton]

37 minutes ago, hotsun said:

You are talking about the US as an example, which actually makes no sense at all. This thread is about muay thai in japan,

 

japan doesnt care about anything thats not japanese

 

Baseball is not Japanese so why do they care about that

[hotsun]

1 minute ago, proton said:

 

Baseball is not Japanese so why do they care about that

Ohtani is the most successful japanese person whos ever lived. A sport they can beat americans in. I think the only thing they care about more are their jobs

[Harrisfan]

30 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

I prefer Sumo Wrestling

Great sport 

[Quentin Zen]

4 minutes ago, hotsun said:

Ohtani is the most successful japanese person whos ever lived. A sport they can beat americans in. I think the only thing they care about more are their jobs

i think you have been in the sun too long.  Why did anyone from Japan ever begin playing a game created by the Americans?  

 

Alexander Cartwright is the father of baseball. In 1845, he developed the basic rules of the game as we now know it. On September 23, he organized the Knickerbocker Base Ball Club of New York. The members of the club traveled to Hoboken to practice the game under his new rules at Elysian Fields.

[hotsun]

3 minutes ago, Quentin Zen said:

i think you have been in the sun too long.  Why did anyone from Japan ever begin playing a game created by the Americans?  

 

Alexander Cartwright is the father of baseball. In 1845, he developed the basic rules of the game as we now know it. On September 23, he organized the Knickerbocker Base Ball Club of New York. The members of the club traveled to Hoboken to practice the game under his new rules at Elysian Fields.

I dont know what point you are trying to make. What about my thoughts do you disagree with