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Exciting Details Revealed for SSTR2025 Final Event

The SSTR2025 Organizing Committee, led by Kazama Fukashi, has announced an exciting lineup for the final event taking place on June 1, 2025, in Shiratori-Hama, Ishikawa Prefecture. This event marks the culmination of the Sunrise Sunset Touring Rally 2025 and includes a variety of thrilling activities along with a significant environmental initiative—the "One Person, One Sand" movement aimed at preserving the beautiful beach environment of Shiratori-Hama.

Event Overview

Starting on May 24, 2025, SSTR2025 is aiming to attract motorcycle enthusiasts from across Japan and beyond. The event's grand finale on June 1 features collaborations with prominent organizations, including the Japan Riders Forum and the Japan Motorcycle Sports Federation, which are hosting the “Nippon Support Touring.” Celebrating ten years of the “Ride Tohoku! MFJ Tohoku Reconstruction Support Touring,” there will be exciting talks, entertainment, and celebration events leading up to the grand finale.

Final Event Details

The details of the final event are as follows:

• - Date: June 1, 2025
• - Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• - Venue: End of Shiratori-Hama Nagisa Driveway, Hakui City, Ishikawa Prefecture
• - Admission: Free

Schedule of Activities

• - 9:30 AM – Opening Stage

Reflecting on the journey of SSTR with special guests including adventurer Takashi Kasory, former Yamaha motocross star Tadao Suzuki, and talented Riko Fukuyama, accompanied by Kazama Fukashi.

• - 10:00 AM – HINO TEAM SUGAWARA Demo Drive & Ride Experience

Participants will have a chance to ride the racing trucks of HINO TEAM SUGAWARA which have competed in the Dakar Rally. A total of 12 riders from the audience will receive exclusive ride experiences with the team’s driver Teruhito Sugawara leading a follow-up talk show.
Note: Limited to SSTR2025 participants and local Ishikawa residents through a raffle system initiated at 9 AM on the event day.

• - 11:00 AM – BULLY Entertainment FMX Performance

Celebrating 15 years of freestyle motocross, the FMX team will showcase thrilling aerial bike performances, followed by a talk show with team member Takaumi Koizumi.

• - 11:40 AM – Dakar Rally Vehicle Showcase

Displaying the iconic vehicles of Kazama Fukashi and his son Shinnosuke, who have both participated in the Dakar Rally. The showcase includes the Suzuki DR500 Dakar Special and YAMAHA WR 450 Rally, featured in their respective races.

• - 11:50 AM – Janken Tournament

An exciting rock-paper-scissors event with guests where winners will receive fabulous gifts from sponsors.

• - 12:20 PM – One Person, One Sand Project

Participants help preserve Shiratori-Hama’s environment by collecting sand from a prepared sand dune and spreading it on the beach, contributing to the beauty of the coastline.

• - 12:30 PM – Group Photo

A yearly tradition where all participants gather for a memorable photo.

This year promises an array of new and exciting events, highlighting the thrill and camaraderie of motorcycle touring and environmental stewardship. We encourage media coverage and inquiries to promote this spectacular celebration of adventure and heritage.
Note: Event details may be subject to change due to weather or other circumstances.

Contact Information

SSTR Organizing Committee
Address: 9F, Hasebe 2nd Building, 5-21-2 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0012
Phone: 03-3447-8522
Email: office@kazamaoffice.co.jp
Website: sstr.jp