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Exciting Sports Wellness Fukiya Championships Set for November

On November 11 and 12, the Higashin Arena in Sumida City will host the much-anticipated 7th National Open Tournament and the 14th All-Japan Championship. Both events promise to showcase the skills of fukiya practitioners from across Japan, and the public is invited to spectate!

7th National Open Tournament on November 11

The 7th National Open Tournament will kick off on Tuesday, November 11. Here are the key details:

• - Registration Start Time: 11:00 AM
• - Opening Ceremony: 12:00 PM
• - Venue: Higashin Arena, Sumida General Sports Center, Tokyo
• - Eligibility: Participants must be members of the association.

Participants and Competition Classes

A total of 762 entrants from various prefectures including Hokkaido, Tokyo, and Osaka have registered in the following classes:

• - 10m Men's: 277 participants
• - 10m Women's: 141 participants
• - 8m Men's: 72 participants
• - 8m Women's: 73 participants
• - 6m Men's: 43 participants
• - 6m Women's: 53 participants
• - G8m Mixed: 82 participants
• - G6m Mixed: 21 participants

The competition will consist of class-based individual matches across six rounds. Winning positions will be honored from first to eighth place in each class.

Additionally, have a look at last year's 6th National Open Tournament highlights, available on our YouTube channel!

14th All-Japan Championship on November 12

The following day, November 12, will feature the 14th All-Japan Championship:

• - Registration Start Time: 9:00 AM
• - Opening Ceremony: 10:00 AM
• - Venue: Higashin Arena, Sumida General Sports Center, Tokyo
• - Eligibility: Participants must be members of the association and selected representatives from their blocks and prefectures.

Participants and Competition Format

With 527 entrants from 30 prefectures signing up, the following classes will be featured:

• - 10m Men's: 119 participants
• - 10m Women's: 96 participants
• - 8m Men's: 66 participants
• - 8m Women's: 72 participants
• - 6m Men's: 44 participants
• - 6m Women's: 54 participants
• - G8m Mixed: 54 participants
• - G6m Mixed: 22 participants

Participants will go through six rounds of preliminary matches, with the top eight advancing to a knockout finals. Notably, G6m and G8m classes will not have eliminated rounds.

Spectators can also enjoy highlights from last year's 13th All-Japan Championship on our YouTube channel!

About Sports Wellness Fukiya

Established in 1998 in Japan, Sports Wellness Fukiya combines archery and breath control, requiring participants to blow darts at targets set 5 to 10 meters away. By focusing on breathing techniques rooted in abdominal respiration, players develop concentration and mental fortitude.

Key Features

• - Accessibility: Suitable for all ages and genders.
• - Convenience: Practice anywhere at any time.
• - Engagement: Combines health benefits with competitive gameplay.
• - Community Connection: Encourages interaction across generations and builds friendships.

The association collaborates with organizations such as the Japan Recreation Association and the Japan Sports Association.

For more information, please visit Japan Sports Wellness Fukiya Association.