Join the LOVE OCEAN Beach Cleanup in Kamakura and Zushi with Celebrities on January 17, 2026

Join the LOVE OCEAN Beach Cleanup Event!

On January 17, 2026, the LOVE OCEAN project will hold a significant beach cleanup event at two locations in Kanagawa Prefecture: Yuigahama Beach in Kamakura and Kozu Fishing Port in Zushi. This initiative, led by the special nonprofit organization Riviera Future Project, aims to create a sustainable future in harmony with the ocean. Joining hands with the community, actor Megumi Watanabe and mixed martial artist and pro wrestler Minowaman DZ will participate in these activities, helping to raise awareness and preserve our marine environment.

About the LOVE OCEAN Project

Launched to address the vital question, "How can we connect the ocean to our future?", the LOVE OCEAN project seeks to build relationships between people, the ocean, and communities. It aims not only to enhance marine conservation but also to promote sustainable economic development in the region, marking its sixth year of impactful actions this year. This beach cleanup forms part of a larger movement that spans the 110-kilometer-long Shonan Coast, from Miura to Yugawara, fostering local and environmental connections.

Event Details

Kamakura Beach Cleanup

- Date: January 17, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location: Yuigahama Beach, Kamakura City
- Meetup Point: 8:50 AM at the intersection before Yuigahama Nagasaki (look for the "RIVIERA Blue Flag")

Volunteers are requested to arrive by 8:30 AM.

The Yuigahama Beach, awarded the international Blue Flag certification for ten consecutive years, exemplifies sustainable practices, and your participation will contribute to further beautifying this treasured coastline.

Zushi Beach Cleanup

- Date: January 17, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Location: Kozu Fishing Port, Zushi City
- Meetup Point: 11:50 AM at Kozu Tennohama (look for the "RIVIERA Blue Flag")

Volunteers should arrive by 11:30 AM.

The fishing port is crucial for sustainable fisheries, featuring urchin farming and seagrass restoration. Engaging in litter collection here plays an essential role in protecting marine ecosystems and carbon-sequestering seagrass beds.

Why Participate?

This beach cleanup is more than a mere cleaning operation; it serves as a platform for participants to engage deeply with the current realities of ocean health and rethink their plastic consumption in daily life. Each participant promotes a sense of empowerment, connecting their actions to a larger movement aimed at securing a viable future for our oceans. Additionally, a certificate of participation will be provided, which can be used for academic or research purposes.

Getting Involved

The LOVE OCEAN event aims to gather volunteers from all walks of life — families, students, and tourists are all invited to join this noble cause, without any participation fee.

- Cost: Free
- Eligibility: Open to all age groups
- What to Bring: Comfortable and warm clothing, and water.

What is LOVE OCEAN?

LOVE OCEAN is a civic engagement movement emerging from Kanagawa, aiming to create a sustainable society through collaboration between marine environmental preservation and economic prosperity. With a vision of "sustainable urban development based on the ocean's perspective", the project promotes a year-round initiative linking people with their communities and the sea, with Shonan Coast as its primary model area.

Future Events

On January 31, 2026, the LOVE OCEAN Festival will take place at Riviera Zushi Marina, featuring a symposium discussing maritime issues and a sustainable dinner. The night will feature performances by Neo☆Stars, a chorus group composed of 1980s idols, including Megumi Watanabe.

Join us in making a difference! For more details and to register, visit the official website.