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Shukuba Japan Supports Colombia Table Tennis Team for Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics

Shukuba Japan to Host Colombia's Table Tennis Team in Preparation for Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics

Shukuba Japan, a company based in the Shinagawa area that runs guesthouses and operates tours, is set to coordinate the lodging and community engagement activities for Colombia's national deaf table tennis team before they participate in the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics. The team will arrive in Japan on November 12, and during their two-night stay from November 12 to 14, various events and practices will be organized as part of their preparation for the games, which commence on November 15.

The Shinagawa district will provide the comprehensive training facility, specifically the Shinagawa Ward General Sports Hall, to serve as the venue for their practice sessions. These sessions will be open for public attendance and will include a table tennis exchange event where local residents can engage with the athletes. Shukuba Japan will oversee accommodation, as well as several community interaction events throughout the team's stay.

Background of the Initiative

The collaboration between Shinagawa Ward and Colombia is not new; the Colombian Embassy is located within Shinagawa, and there has been a history of sporting exchanges, particularly during the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics. The current initiative stems from this established relationship, as Shinagawa Ward has taken the initiative to offer training facilities to the Colombian delegation, paving the way for meaningful encounters.

Shukuba Japan aims to foster a multicultural coexistence society through various initiatives, including operating locally-rooted accommodations and planning community-focused tours and cultural exchange programs. They have previously supported other sporting activities related to the Tokyo 2020 event, such as the Japanese national hockey team and events for hearing-impaired children. Their commitment to enhancing international exchanges via sports continues with this collaboration, contributing to a society where mutual understanding bridges differences.

Recognizing the policy by Shinagawa Ward to promote sports interactions irrespective of disabilities, Shukuba Japan is fully aligned. Utilizing their accumulated expertise in athlete support and event coordination, they will partner with local organizations and interpretative services to bring a festive atmosphere to this initiative.

Schedule and Activities during the Stay

A diverse array of activities is planned for the Colombian athletes, allowing them to interact with the community while also familiarizing themselves with the local culture of Shinagawa. These include:

- Open training sessions and a table tennis exchange with community residents
- Guided tours of the Shinagawa area to explore its historical significance
- Gastronomic experiences at local eateries, including welcome dinner events
- Interactions at local schools fostering youth engagement
- Cultural experiences such as viewing Edo Kiriko glasswork and calligraphy workshops

The table tennis exchange event will invite not only local children and senior citizens to participate but will also include opportunities for fans to witness live demonstrations and subsequent media opportunities during regular training hours. For further details, refer to the Shinagawa press release that discusses the practice event of Colombia's table tennis team.

Shinagawa Ward Press Release

This initiative is managed by Shukuba Plus LLC, a registered travel agency that falls under the Shukuba Japan umbrella.

Company Overview

Company Name: Shukuba Japan Co., Ltd.
Website: Shukuba Japan
CEO: Takashi Tamai (Watanabe)
Address: 1-22-16 Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo 140-0001, Japan
Established: March 2011
Capital: 1 million yen
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