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The Beach Flags Series 2025: A Thrilling Spectacle in Shibuya

The Beach Flags Series 2025 is set to take place in Miyashita Park, Shibuya, on November 9th, organized by the Japan Lifesaving Association (JLA). This two-day event includes preliminary rounds on November 8th, promising an extraordinary showcase of talent, speed, and strategy.

What is Beach Flags?

Beach Flags is an exhilarating beach sport where participants sprint from a lying position to snatch flags positioned along a designated line. Competitors line up face down, 20 meters away from the flags, reacting swiftly to the signal as they race to collect the limited flags available.

This sport demonstrates the physical prowess and mental acuity essential for lifesavers. With the atmosphere filled with moments of silence followed by joyous cheers, it truly captivates the audience.

Objectives of The Beach Flags Series

The primary aim of The Beach Flags Series is to promote lifesaving sports and raise awareness about drowning prevention. This event invites everyone, not just trained lifesavers, to experience and enjoy the thrilling nature of beach flags, thereby encouraging broader participation in water safety initiatives.

Event Schedule

Preliminary Rounds: November 8, 2025

• - Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Note: Time may change)
• - Eligibility: Open to those who did not qualify through local rounds, except confirmed finalists.
• - Participation Fee: Open, youth categories: 5,000 yen (No fees for qualified entrants).
• - Special Rules: This year features an exciting “1on1” format where racers compete in pairs to claim flags, pushing the boundaries of speed and agility.

Final Rounds: November 9, 2025

• - Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Note: Time may change)
• - Eligibility: Participants who have secured their spots in earlier qualifiers.
• - Competitors within the top 8 from various local qualifiers and other significant competitions will vie for the championship title.

Participants are in for a treat with a junior exhibition featuring finalists from the recent Junior Lifesaving Championships held in Chiba, where the top 8 performers (U12) will showcase their skills.

Japanese Influence on Global Lifesaving Competitions

Japan's prowess in beach flags has been established on a world stage. Recent successes at the Lifesaving World Championships in Gold Coast, Australia, saw Japanese athletes bring home gold and silver medals, reinforcing the nation's competitive spirit.

Notable athletes such as Hirosuke Morishita and Natsu Ishiguro will compete, alongside medalists from the current season, bringing their fierce competitive spirit to the forefront of the event.

Notable Influencer Participation

The series also welcomes renowned influencer Hayato Inuisan, a former track and field athlete turned social media star. With his extensive experience and athleticism, his participation adds an extra layer of excitement and intrigue to the event.

To keep up with his progress and insights, follow him on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

Contact For Media Inquiries

For press inquiries regarding The Beach Flags Series 2025, please contact the event committee via email at [email protected], including your name and affiliation.

About the Japan Lifesaving Association

The Japan Lifesaving Association (JLA) is dedicated to promoting the safe and responsible use of aquatic environments through education, monitoring, and lifesaving techniques, ensuring that the public can enjoy water activities safely. For more information, visit their official website at JLA Lifesaving.