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Japan's First Frescobol World Cup 2025

The Japan Frescobol Association (JFBA) has officially announced the upcoming international Frescobol tournament, the JBG® Summa Frescobol World Cup 2025, which will be held on October 4-5, 2025, at the beautiful Suma Beach in Kobe City. This event marks a significant milestone as it is the first international Frescobol competition to take place in Japan.

Frescobol, a sport that originated in Rio de Janeiro in 1945, has gained worldwide popularity, and hosting the championship in Kobe symbolizes the deepening ties between Japan and Brazil, especially as 2025 marks the 130th anniversary of formal diplomatic relations between these two countries. The event coincides with the 80th anniversary of Frescobol itself, promising to be a groundbreaking celebration of culture, sport, and friendship.

The event’s backdrop, Suma Beach, is noted for being Kobe’s sister city to Rio de Janeiro. This connection enhances the significance of the tournament, offering an exceptional chance for athletes from both nations and beyond to compete and connect.

Moreover, the tournament aims to pioneer a new international organization for Frescobol, taking an important first step towards creating a structured environment for the sport globally. Despite the sport's inherent competitiveness, there are variations in names and rules depending on the region, making this tournament even more important in bridging the gaps and fostering unity among Frescobol enthusiasts worldwide.

Participants include elite players from Brazil and various countries, though challenges remain due to certain geopolitical situations affecting accessibility for some athletes. Acknowledging these realities, the main theme of the event has been designated as **