FIS Far East Cup 44th Cross-Country Otoineppu Tournament

About this event

The "FIS Far East Cup 44th Cross-Country Otoineppu Tournament" is an International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) sanctioned cross-country skiing competition held at the Otoineppu Cross-Country Course in Otoineppu Village, Hokkaido. Taking place from Friday, December 25 to Sunday, December 27, 2026, competitors will race in the Men's and High School Boys' 10km classical and free, as well as the Women's and High School Girls' 5km classical and free events. While no opening ceremony will be held for this tournament, awards ceremonies will take place after the end of competition on both days. Eligibility requires athletes to have completed FIS registration and SAJ 2027 competitor registration, and to be enrolled in accident insurance. Entries must arrive no later than Monday, November 30, 2026, by filling out the necessary information on the entry form downloadable from the Otoineppu Village website and submitting it along with the entry fee to the Otoineppu Ski Association within the Otoineppu Village Board of Education. The tournament office also offers wax tent rentals during the competition period. Official notifications concerning the competition will be announced through the official LINE account, so registration is recommended. Please note that the use of fluorinated wax is prohibited in FIS and SAJ sanctioned competitions.

Venue

Chiseneshiri Cross-Country Ski Course

189-1 Otoineppu, Otoineppu Village, Nakagawa District, Hokkaido 098-2501