Japan Frescoball Association Announces Launch of Community Site "MinFure" - Bringing Frescoball "Closer and to More People"

The Japan Frescoball Association (JFBA), which is engaged in domestic popularization activities for the "traveling, communication design sport" Frescoball, announces the launch of "MinFure (Minna no Frescoball)" (URL: https://frescoball-for-all.com), operated by Keisuke Kurihara of the authorized regional club Shonan Kugenuma Frescoball Club. "MinFure" is a community site initiated by enthusiasts, aiming to deliver Frescoball "closer and to more people." Centered around a nationwide club map that users can contribute to and develop, the site aims to be a place where both beginners and experienced players can enjoy Frescoball more through pages introducing the sport's appeal, a shop for purchasing rackets, and a system for requesting trial sessions. Furthermore, to convey the appeal of Frescoball to those who "don't know it yet," MinFure is also focusing on video distribution through its YouTube channel. Through content such as play videos and interviews, they will communicate the fun of the sport and expand the circle of recognition through a dual approach of the website and video content. ■ Main Features of "MinFure" ① Nationwide Club Map Developed by Everyone This is the core feature of "MinFure." It displays Frescoball clubs nationwide on a map, allowing users to check locations, practice venues, activity schedules, and social media links at a glance. Its most significant feature is that any logged-in user can add or edit club information. It is not just a map created by administrators, but a "map for everyone" where each Frescoball player contributes information and develops it (all changes are recorded as history). This allows individuals who want to start playing but are unsure if there are companions nearby to quickly find the nearest club. ② Frescoball Introduction An introductory page that clearly explains the origin, rules, and appeal of Frescoball, even for beginners. It carefully answers the question, "What kind of sport is Frescoball?" https://frescoball-for-all.com/about ③ Shop (Racket Sales) A shop where you can purchase Frescoball rackets and starter sets including balls. It caters to everyone from beginners looking to get their equipment to experienced players seeking a specific racket. https://frescoball-for-all.com/marketplace ④ Request for Trial Session Hosting A page where you can request the hosting of Frescoball trial sessions. Trial sessions can be organized for various occasions such as corporate events, regional revitalization, and school education. They welcome requests from organizers who wish to experience or promote Frescoball in their local area or at their events. https://frescoball-for-all.com/experience ⑤ YouTube Channel "MinFure" "We want to deliver the appeal of Frescoball to those who don't know it yet." MinFure is placing the most emphasis on video distribution through its YouTube channel. They will clearly convey the charm of playing and how to start through videos, expanding the base of players nationwide. https://www.youtube.com/@frescoball-for-all ■ "MinFure" Overview Service Name: MinFure (Minna no Frescoball / Frescoball for All) Slogan: Frescoball to the Nation URL: https://frescoball-for-all.com Main Features: Nationwide Club Map Developed by Everyone / Frescoball Introduction / Shop (Racket Sales) / Request for Trial Session Hosting / YouTube Channel Usage Fee: Free (Equipment purchase is paid) Target Audience: Frescoball enthusiasts, players, those who want to start, club operators, event organizers Operator: Keisuke Kurihara (Business Name: MinFure) Inquiries: Website: https://frescoball-for-all.com 　　　　　Inquiry Form: https://frescoball-for-all.com/contact 　　　　　Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frescoball_for_all/ 　　　　　YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@frescoball-for-all "MinFure" aims to be a place where everyone who enjoys Frescoball can do so more conveniently and enjoyably. It will be a platform, developed together with users, where beginners can smoothly take their first step and those already enjoying it can find new friends and ways to have fun. ■ What is Frescoball, the "Traveling, Communication Design Sport"? Frescoball is a beach sport originating from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Invented on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro in 1945, it is now enjoyed on beaches worldwide. The most distinctive feature of Frescoball is that it is a scoring game where two people facing each other do not compete, but cooperate to continue a rally. Matches are played for 5 minutes with a distance of 7 meters maintained between players. Due to the cooperative nature of the rallies, it is also called the "sport of consideration." JFBA has reached a basic agreement in October 2025 with the Rio de Janeiro Frescoball Federation (FEFERJ) to establish the world's first international organization, 'UAFI,' aiming for international rule unification. Furthermore, centered around Japan's unique Frescoball culture of "enjoying Frescoball year-round as if traveling," they are strengthening popularization activities as a sport highly compatible with sports tourism. Currently, 29 authorized regional clubs and 6 authorized student organizations are registered in Japan.