#Japan #Sporting Events #Shinjuku #Japan Sports Association #National Sports Festival

The National Sports Festival: Official Events from 2032 to 2035

The Japan Sports Association (JSPO), dedicated to creating environments for sports enthusiasts to participate, watch, and support, has made an exciting announcement regarding the upcoming National Sports Festival (formerly known as the National Athletic Meet). This milestone year marks the 86th festival in 2032 and will continue through to the 89th edition in 2035.

Official Competitions Approved

A total of 42 official competitions will be held during these events: 37 for the main festival, 3 for the winter sports festival, and 2 for preliminary competitions introducing sports reform.

Main Festival Competitions:

The main festival will feature a wide array of traditional and contemporary sports, reflecting the diverse interests of athletes and spectators. The events include:

• - Athletics
• - Swimming
• - Soccer
• - Tennis
• - Rowing
• - Hockey
• - Boxing
• - Volleyball
• - Gymnastics
• - Basketball
• - Wrestling
• - Sailing
• - Weightlifting
• - Handball
• - Cycling
• - Soft Tennis
• - Table Tennis
• - Baseball (Soft)
• - Sumo
• - Equestrian
• - Judo
• - Softball
• - Badminton
• - Archery
• - Shooting (Rifle)
• - Kendo
• - Rugby Football
• - Sport Climbing
• - Canoeing
• - Fencing
• - Karate
• - Jukendo
• - Clay Target Shooting
• - Naginata
• - Bowling
• - Golf
• - Triathlon

Winter Sports Festival Competitions:

The winter festival will consist of:

• - Skiing
• - Skating
• - Ice Hockey

Preliminary Sports Reform Competitions:

Innovative sports have also been introduced through the preliminary sports reform initiatives, such as:

• - Fencing
• - Dance Sports

Public Competitions

In addition to formal events, there will also be 9 public competitions aimed at promoting community participation. These events include:

• - Tug of War
• - Shorinji Kempo
• - Gateball
• - Wushu Tai Chi
• - Powerlifting
• - Bound Tennis
• - Aerobics
• - Sports Chambara
• - Petanque & Boules

Sports Reform Initiatives

The upcoming National Sports Festival represents a crucial transitional phase as it serves as the last four events in the second cycle, leading up to the new vision for the festival set for 2036 and beyond. To ensure a successful transformation, a panel of experts has been assembled to evaluate the feasibility of new sporting practices and methods in light of discussions from a dedicated task force. The objective is to also connect this experience to future reforms of the festival.

For more details on the selected competition events for the National Sports Festival, interested parties can reference the attached documentation for in-depth insights into the decision-making process by the JSPO.

About JSPO

Established in July 1911 as the Great Japanese Athletic Association, the JSPO has continuously championed the promotion of national sports and the enhancement of international competitiveness. The organization has evolved through its history and underwent a name change on April 1, 2018, to better reflect its current mission.

With a commitment to fostering sports across generations, JSPO manages numerous events including the National Sports Festival and the Japan Sports Masters. The association also works with sports youth groups, community sports clubs, and coaches. Its efforts ensure that everyone can actively engage in sports – whether it be participating, viewing, or supporting.

To learn more about JSPO’s initiatives and plans for the future, visit their official website or explore various brochures detailing their mission and strategic mid-term plans for 2023-2027.