August 9th: A Day to Celebrate Parkour
August 9th is officially recognized as Parkour Day in Japan, a day dedicated to promoting the appreciation and practice of parkour. The Japan Parkour Association (JPA) has organized a nationwide simultaneous action to spread the allure of parkour, engaging practitioners, schools, and communities across the country.
On this day, various events, training sessions, and social media campaigns using the hashtag
#ParkourDay will take place, connecting enthusiasts from all regions of Japan. This initiative is not just for the seasoned
tracers—people actively practicing parkour—but also invites those who have yet to embody the spirit of this unique and exhilarating movement art.
In the vibrant setting of Shibuya at Miyashita Park, a special event will unfold in collaboration with organizations like Shibuya Future Design. This event aims to provide everyone an opportunity to experience parkour firsthand, promoting the day's vision of making it accessible to all, whether they are experienced practitioners or curious newcomers.
The Meaning Behind Parkour Day
August 9th was chosen as
Parkour Day due to the phonetic resemblance in Japanese: the number '8' for