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First Kanto Intercollegiate Championship of Sports Wellness Fukiya

The long-awaited inaugural Kanto Intercollegiate Championship of Sports Wellness Fukiya is set to take place on December 13, 2025, at the Nippon University of Humanities (Bunri Gakubu) in Setagaya, Tokyo. This event marks a significant milestone as it brings the long-established Kansai intercollegiate tournament format to the Kanto region for the first time.

Event Details

The championship will be hosted at the Nippon University’s general gymnasium starting with registration at 9:30 AM. The competition will feature four participating universities:

• - Nippon University
• - Meisei University
• - Mejiro University
• - Heisei International University

Nippon University’s Noguchi Seminar students are actively involved in organizing and managing the event to ensure its success.

Competition Format

The competition will consist of two main events:
1. Individual Competition: Participants will compete in four rounds, with scores totaled to determine rankings. In case of a tie, the player with the higher score in the final round will be placed higher.
2. Intercollegiate Competition: Each participant will take one round, and the total points of three players will be calculated in a tournament-style to determine the champion, with consolation rounds as well.

Schedule

• - 10:30 AM: Opening Ceremony
• - 10:40 AM: Start of Individual Competition
• - 12:10 PM: End of Individual Competition
• - 1:00 PM: Start of Intercollegiate Competition
• - 2:30 PM: End of Intercollegiate Competition
• - 2:40 PM: Award Ceremony
• - 2:50 PM: Closing of the event

About Sports Wellness Fukiya

Sports Wellness Fukiya was introduced in Japan in 1998 and has gained popularity across various age groups and skill levels. This unique sport requires participants to aim for a circular target located 5 to 10 meters away using breath control to blow arrows. The fundamental technique is based on diaphragmatic breathing, known as Fukiya-style breathing.

Benefits of Sports Wellness Fukiya:

• - Inclusive: Suitable for everyone, regardless of age or gender.
• - Accessible: Can be played anytime, anywhere, with minimal setup required.
• - Fun: Offers a gaming experience that encourages enjoyment.
• - Health Effects: Provides various health benefits through Fukiya-style breathing.
• - Improved Focus: Helps enhance mental strength and concentration.
• - Community Building: Promotes interaction among diverse generations and fosters friendships.
• - Goal Achievement: Offers a sense of purpose and motivation through skill certification and competition participation.

Organizational Affiliations

The association is part of the Japan Recreation Association, the Japan Para Sports Association, and is a semi-member of the Japan Sports Association.

For more information, please contact:
Japan Sports Wellness Fukiya Association
Address: 3rd Floor, Unite Building, Kinshicho, 2-10-10 Taihei, Sumida, Tokyo 130-0012
Tel: 03-6284-1241
Fax: 03-6284-1242
E-mail: [email protected]