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Japan’s First! Beach Cricket Tournament to Be Held at Nishikinohama Beach in Kaizuka City

  • 2025-04-27
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🏖️ Beach Cricket Tournament 2025 in Nishikinohama, Kaizuka – Japan’s First!

We are excited to announce the first-ever Beach Cricket Tournament in Japan, to be held at Nishikinohama Beach in Kaizuka City — known as “the Cricket Capital of Western Japan.”

This event will feature a simplified 6-a-side version of cricket, specially designed for the beach. With short match durations, small team sizes, and soft balls, the format is safe, beginner-friendly, and easy to enjoy, even for first-time players.


🗓️ Event Details

  • Event Name: Beach Cricket Tournament 2025 in Nishikinohama, Kaizuka

  • Date & Time: Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM (Cancelled in case of rain)

  • Venue: Nishikinohama Beach Park, Sawa, Kaizuka City, Osaka 597-0062

  • Nearest Station: 15-minute walk from Nishikinohama Station on the Nankai Main Line

🎉 Highlights

  • A 10-team tournament featuring exciting matches on the beach

  • Special appearances by current and former members of the Japan National Cricket Team

  • A vibrant and festive atmosphere for both the participants and spectators

  • Before the matches begin, a beach clean-up will be held with the generous support of the Osaka Honda Group, helping us care for the beautiful coastline of Nishikinohama.

Additionally, a Beach Festa will be held on-site, with numerous food trucks joining the event to create a fun, festival-like experience for all visitors.

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