59th Yamato Village Athletic Meet
Japanese name:第59回大和村民体育大会
📅 Sun, Oct 25, 2026
About this event
The "59th Yamato Village Athletic Meet" will be held in Yamato Village, Kagoshima Prefecture, where villagers gather in one place to compete and showcase the results of their daily efforts. The village will be divided into 7 teams: Miyakozaki (Kuninao, Yuwankama), Ogami (Tsunaku, Omocho), Yamatohama, Odana, Mineyama (Oganeku, Toen), Naon, and Imazato, engaging in fierce contests. Some settlements practice for several days in advance, making it a tournament that excites the entire community. Between competitions, a rock-paper-scissors tournament open to all participants will also be held, featuring luxurious prizes. It is a major event in Yamato Village aimed at villager interaction, health promotion, and regional revitalization.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Yamato Village Yamato Junior High School
370 Omocho, Yamato, Oshima District, Kagoshima 894-3104
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