Boxing
Japan qualified two boxers for the Olympic boxing tournament. Masatsugu was the first when he qualified at the World Championships. Satoshi was the second, qualifying at the first Asian qualifying event.
| Athlete | Event | Round of 32 | Round of 16 | Quarterfinals | Semifinals | Final | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opposition Result |
Opposition Result |
Opposition Result |
Opposition Result |
Opposition Result |
Rank | ||
| Satoshi Shimizu | Featherweight | Kılıç (TUR) L 9–12 |
Did not advance | ||||
| Masatsugu Kawachi | Light welterweight | Boonjumnong (THA) L 1–8 |
Did not advance | ||||
Read more about this topic: Japan At The 2008 Summer Olympics
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