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Experience Universal Sports in Itabashi!

Itabashi City is known for promoting Universal Sports, ensuring everyone, regardless of ability, can join in the fun. This year, a large-scale event dedicated to Universal Sports will take place, allowing attendees to try out around 15 different types of sports, including Universal Baseball and Deaf Soccer. This event is a fantastic opportunity for individuals and families to engage in inclusive sporting activities.

Special Guests

To make the event even more exciting, notable athletes will be attending. Daisuke Ikazaki, a gold medalist in wheelchair rugby at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, will be a special guest. Joining him will be Kenji Nakai, the sports ambassador for Itabashi and a member of the Japanese team set to participate in the 2025 Deaflympics in Deaf Soccer. Attendees will have the unique chance to participate in sports activities alongside these accomplished athletes, providing both inspiration and encouragement.

Exciting Activities

There are numerous activities planned for the day that cater to all abilities, including:

• - eSports Experience: Dive into competitive gaming with friends and family.
• - Pickleball Experience: Learn and play this exciting paddle sport.
• - Wheelchair Activities: Multiple experiences to try out wheelchair sports.
• - Deaf Soccer Demo: Participate in a short session of Deaf Soccer.
• - Sitting Volleyball Experience: Enjoy a modified version of volleyball for all.
• - Universal Baseball: Everyone can come together for a fun game of baseball.
• - Cheer Dance: Take part in a vibrant dance session that welcomes all.
• - Boccia Experience: A precision ball sport that can be enjoyed by anyone.

Participants will also have opportunities to engage in hand bike rides, low vision football, and even take a sign language workshop. Each activity aims to foster inclusivity and show that sports can be for everyone.

Interesting Incentives

In collaboration with Koikeya Corporation, there will be a stamp rally where participants can collect stamps by trying out various activities. Completing the rally can earn attendees fantastic prizes, including signed merchandise from players of Tokyo Verdy!

Event Details

• - Date: October 12, 2025, from 10 AM to 3 PM
• - Location: Itabashi City Gymnasium (1-3-1 Sakuragawa, Itabashi City, Tokyo)
• - Cost: Free to participate, no prior registration required. Just come to the venue!

Getting There

Use public transport for convenience:

• - By Train: 10-minute walk from Tobu Tojo Line 'Jonan Itabashi Station' or 15-minute walk from Fukutoshin Line 'Hikawa-dai Station'.
• - By Bus: 5-minute walk from 'Uita 1-chome' or 6-minute walk from 'Sakuragawa'.

Conclusion

Don't miss this unique chance to join the Universal Sports Experience Day in Itabashi. With a wide variety of activities and the chance to meet elite athletes, it promises to be a day of inspiration, enjoyment, and community spirit. Bring your friends and family and join us in celebrating the joys of sports for everyone!