First in the Higashi-Mikawa Area! Indoor Pickleball Rental Court Opens at Shopping Square 'Claspo Gamagori' – Play Comfortably Regardless of Weather

Yamahachi Shoji Co., Ltd. will grand open the 'Claspo Smile Park Pickleball Rental Court', the first indoor pickleball-specific rental court in the Higashi-Mikawa area, on the 2nd floor of the 'Shopping Square Claspo Gamagori' commercial facility in Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture, on Monday, June 15, 2026.

*As of June 2026, according to the company's research, as the first indoor pickleball-specific rental court in the Higashi-Mikawa area.

Ahead of the grand opening, a free pre-opening event is currently being held from Monday, June 1, 2026, to Sunday, June 14, 2026. Pickleball is a racket sport combining elements of tennis, table tennis, and badminton. It has been gaining attention both domestically and internationally in recent years due to its accessibility regardless of age or experience. The facility will have 4 dedicated indoor courts, providing an environment where families, friends, seniors, and beginners can enjoy the sport comfortably without worrying about rain or heat.

Pickleball ★ Grand Open on Monday, June 15, 2026! 2nd Floor of Claspo Gamagori

1. Facility Overview

Facility Name: Claspo Smile Park Pickleball Rental Court

Location: 2nd Floor, Shopping Square Claspo Gamagori, 1-26 Asainitta, Kashima-cho, Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture

Opening Date: Monday, June 15, 2026

Pre-opening Period: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Sunday, June 14, 2026 *Free opening event currently underway

Business Hours: 10:00 – 20:00

Number of Courts: 4 indoor courts

Usage Fee: 2,200 yen (tax included) per court per hour

Usage Method: Rental court format *Please check the official LINE and Instagram for the latest information on reservation methods and usage.

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[LINE] Claspo Claspo Smile Park_Pickleball

[Instagram] Claspo Claspo Smile Park_Pickleball Rental Court

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2. About Pickleball

Pickleball is a racket sport originating in the United States. It is played on a court roughly the size of a badminton court, using a perforated ball and a paddle.

While combining elements of tennis, table tennis, and badminton, the court is relatively small and the ball speed is not too fast, making it easy for people of all fitness levels and ages to start.

On the other hand, as players become more experienced, it offers strategic depth and tactical play, making it a sport that can be enjoyed by a wide range of people, from beginners to competitive players.

3. Current State of Pickleball Participation and Playing Environment

According to the 'Japan Pickleball Market Survey 2026' by the pickleball-specialist media 'Pickleball One', the number of competitive players in Japan is estimated at approximately 330,000, with a potential player base of approximately 11.89 million. Furthermore, regarding current playing locations, public gymnasiums account for the largest share at 49.5%, while only 30.1% of players use dedicated courts.

Source: Pickleball One 'Japan Pickleball Market Survey 2026'

Thus, while interest in the sport is growing, dedicated courts that can be easily reserved and played on are still limited. While dedicated and permanent facilities are increasingly being established, mainly in the Tokyo metropolitan area, this will be the first indoor court in the Higashi-Mikawa area that can be easily used.

By establishing this indoor dedicated court at Claspo Gamagori, we aim to provide a new sports environment in Gamagori City and the surrounding region where people can enjoy pickleball regardless of the weather.

4 indoor courts: Claspo Claspo Smile Park_Pickleball (Image is for illustrative purposes.)

4. Significance of Establishing a Pickleball-Specific Court

Pickleball is a sport that can be enjoyed together by people from children to the elderly. We anticipate diverse uses, including family outings, recreational activities among friends, health promotion, and community building.

By making it an indoor dedicated court, it will be easy to use even on rainy or hot days, allowing people to enjoy sports continuously. We aim to create a new place for exercise and social interaction that local residents can easily drop by while shopping or after a workout.

Furthermore, we envision this not just as a place to casually experience pickleball, but as a hub where local enthusiasts can gather, interact, and eventually lead to events and tournaments in the future.

5. Pre-opening Event

Ahead of the grand opening, a free pre-opening event is being held from Monday, June 1, 2026, to Sunday, June 14, 2026.

We hope this provides an opportunity for even those trying pickleball for the first time to easily participate, and we welcome broad participation from the local community.

Period: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Sunday, June 14, 2026

Time: 10:00 – 20:00

Content: Free use of the pickleball courts

Target: Anyone can use *Usage time may be limited depending on congestion.

Usage Method: Please check the official LINE and Instagram for the latest information on usage methods and congestion status.

Company Overview

Company Name: Yamahachi Shoji Co., Ltd.

Location: 3-12 Takara-cho, Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture

Business: Real estate leasing, real estate development and management, commercial facility management, etc.

Managed Facility: Shopping Square Claspo Gamagori, 1-26 Asainitta, Kashima-cho, Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture

Contact for this matter

Contact: Yamahachi Shoji Co., Ltd., Attn: Nishiwaki

E-mail: nishiwaki@ys-group.co.jp