Japan Frescoball Association Announces Special Website for 'Frescoball Makinohara Cup 2026'
The Japan Frescoball Association has released a special website for the opening game of the 2nd stage of the 'FRESCOBALL JAPAN TOUR 2026', to be held in Makinohara City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on June 6-7.
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The Japan Frescoball Association (JFBA) has announced the release of a special website for the opening game of the 2nd stage of the 'FRESCOBALL JAPAN TOUR 2026', titled 'Frescoball Makinohara Cup 2026', to be held in Makinohara City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on June 6-7.
Website: https://www.frescoball.org/makinohara2026/
This marks the first official tournament in Makinohara City for Frescoball, a beach sport originating from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1945. The event was spurred by the existence of 'Frescoball Makinohara verde,' an official regional club recognized by the JFBA. In a town where people from about 30 countries live, the club has gained attention for building a new multinational community through Frescoball, particularly among those with roots in Brazil.
This tournament is the 5th leg of the 'FRESCOBALL JAPAN TOUR 2026' and the opening match of the 2nd stage. JFBA promotes the charm of enjoying rallies 'as if traveling' under the tagline 'Travel, Communication Design Sport.' The event is free for spectators and participants.
■ Tournament Overview
Name: Frescoball Makinohara Cup 2026
Date: June 6 (Sat) and 7 (Sun), 2026
Location: Sagara Sun Beach, Makinohara City, Shizuoka Prefecture
Organizer: Japan Frescoball Association (JFBA)
Cooperation: Frescoball Makinohara verde
Support: Makinohara City
This tournament is supported by a sports promotion lottery subsidy.
■ What is Frescoball?
Frescoball is a beach sport conceived on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro in 1945. Its greatest feature is that it is a scoring competition where two players cooperate to continue a rally rather than competing against each other, hence it is also known as the 'sport of compassion.' The JFBA is strengthening activities for international rule standardization and promoting the sport as a form of sports tourism.
Website: https://www.frescoball.org/makinohara2026/
This marks the first official tournament in Makinohara City for Frescoball, a beach sport originating from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1945. The event was spurred by the existence of 'Frescoball Makinohara verde,' an official regional club recognized by the JFBA. In a town where people from about 30 countries live, the club has gained attention for building a new multinational community through Frescoball, particularly among those with roots in Brazil.
This tournament is the 5th leg of the 'FRESCOBALL JAPAN TOUR 2026' and the opening match of the 2nd stage. JFBA promotes the charm of enjoying rallies 'as if traveling' under the tagline 'Travel, Communication Design Sport.' The event is free for spectators and participants.
■ Tournament Overview
Name: Frescoball Makinohara Cup 2026
Date: June 6 (Sat) and 7 (Sun), 2026
Location: Sagara Sun Beach, Makinohara City, Shizuoka Prefecture
Organizer: Japan Frescoball Association (JFBA)
Cooperation: Frescoball Makinohara verde
Support: Makinohara City
This tournament is supported by a sports promotion lottery subsidy.
■ What is Frescoball?
Frescoball is a beach sport conceived on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro in 1945. Its greatest feature is that it is a scoring competition where two players cooperate to continue a rally rather than competing against each other, hence it is also known as the 'sport of compassion.' The JFBA is strengthening activities for international rule standardization and promoting the sport as a form of sports tourism.
FAQ
When and where will the Frescobol Makinohara Cup 2026 be held?
It will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, and Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Sagara Sun Beach in Makinohara City, Shizuoka Prefecture.
What kind of sport is Frescobol?
Fresco is a beach sport that originated in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is a scoring competition where two players face each other and cooperate to continue a rally, maintaining a distance of 7 meters for 5 minutes.
Is admission to the Frescobol Makinohara Cup 2026 free?
Admission and participation are free.
Why is the official Frescobol tournament being held in Makinohara City?
The official tournament is being held in Makinohara City because many people with Brazilian roots live there, and the officially recognized local club 'Fresco Makinohara verde' is active, contributing to the formation of a multicultural community.
How is the operating cost of this tournament covered?
The operating cost of this tournament is covered by 'Sports Promotion Lottery Grants'.