The 19th Xavier's Path Walking Event

About this event

This is a walking event utilizing the 'Xavier's Path,' where missionary Francis Xavier is said to have passed through Hiji Town on his way to Funai during the Sengoku period. While touring scenic historical courses, participants can enjoy nature, history, and interactions with local people. The event features Course A (approx. 15 km) passing through Hokkeji Hana Park where chestnut tiger butterflies (Asagimadara) visit, Toyooka Fishing Port, and Jogasaki Coast; Course B (approx. 10 km) passing through Yamada Spring Water (one of the prefecture's top spring waters) and Hiji Martyrdom Park; and Course C (approx. 5 km), an easy route heading down from central Hiji Town to Jogasaki Coast and passing the Hiji Castle Ruins. Anyone in good health can participate, though elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian. The participation fee is 1,000 yen for high school students and older, 500 yen for elementary and junior high school students, and free for preschool children. The event will be held rain or shine, but may be canceled in stormy weather. Any schedule changes or cancellations will be posted on the official website by 6:30 AM on the day of the event. Applications are accepted by submitting an application form at Ninomaru-kan or via the internet (sportsentry.ne.jp), with the application period running from Saturday, August 1, at 8:30 to Wednesday, September 30, at 17:00. The capacity for each course is 200 participants, and registration will close once capacity is reached.

Venue

Ota Park

3919 Akayama, Hiji-machi, Hayami-gun, Oita 879-1506