Japan Pickleball Association Official Tournament "JPA TOKYU RESORTS & STAYS TOP TOUR 2026 T7 HAMANAKO" to be Held at Tokyu Resort Town Hamanako

The Japan Pickleball Association (JPA) will host the JPA TOKYU RESORTS & STAYS TOP TOUR 2026 T7 HAMANAKO at Tokyu Resort Town Hamanako in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on May 8 (Friday), 9 (Saturday), and 10 (Sunday), 2026. Tokyu Resorts & Stays Co., Ltd. will be the title sponsor for this three-day tournament.

Tournament Outline

【Name】JPA TOKYU RESORTS & STAYS TOP TOUR 2026 T7 HAMANAKO

【Dates】May 8 (Friday), 9 (Saturday), 10 (Sunday), 2026

• May 8: Singles (Men's and Women's, Pro, Open, 35+, 50+)

• May 9: Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles (Pro, Open, 35+, 50+)

• May 10: Mixed Doubles (Pro, Open, 35+, 50+)

【Venue】Tokyu Resort Town Hamanako (372 Osaki, Mikkabi-cho, Hamana-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture 431-1403)

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Total Prize Money of 400,000 Yen!!

With the cooperation of Tokyu Resorts & Stays Co., Ltd. as the title sponsor, prize money will be awarded in the professional category.

Third Time Held at Tokyu Resort Town Hamanako, Featuring Newly Renovated Courts!!

The pickleball-specific outdoor courts at Tokyu Resort Town Hamanako were just renovated in February 2026. This tournament will be held on all 10 courts. Following previous events, a food and drink area is also planned.

First TOP TOUR to be Held Over Three Days and Include Singles

This will be the first TOP TOUR to feature a singles category. Professional and age-group categories will be held. We look forward to your challenge.

Compete in White Wear! White Style Day to be Held

On Saturday, the doubles event day, participants are encouraged to wear white tops and bottoms. Like those historic tournaments, by playing in white wear, we want players to enjoy the special atmosphere of the TOP TOUR and challenge themselves in their matches.

Also, participants who wear white tops and bottoms on Saturday will receive an original TOP TOUR patch.

*Wearing white is optional (not mandatory).

Food Corner to Enjoy Hamanako and Hamamatsu Delicacies is Also Planned!

The TOP TOUR has been held in various locations across Japan, including Shizuoka, Tochigi, Okayama, Ibaraki, and Aichi prefectures. One of the joys of the TOP TOUR is being able to enjoy local specialties and famous places in each region. This time, we are also planning a food corner where participants can enjoy local delicacies.

For more information on past tournaments and the latest updates, please check the TOP TOUR's Instagram.

What is Pickleball?

Pickleball is a sport originating in the United States, invented in Washington State in 1965. It is said to be a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Players use a paddle to hit a plastic ball with holes, competing for points. It is currently the fastest-growing sport in the US, and the number of players in Japan has been increasing in recent years. With a moderate amount of exercise and relatively safe play, it can be enjoyed by everyone from children to seniors.

About the Japan Pickleball Association

The Japan Pickleball Association (JPA) is the official organization dedicated to promoting pickleball and improving its competitive level in Japan. Through organizing tournaments and events, training instructors, and establishing a player registration system, the JPA promotes pickleball as a lifelong sport that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or disability.

JPA TOP TOUR

Launched in June 2024, the JPA TOP TOUR is the Japan Pickleball Association's (JPA) first prize-money competitive tour. It has been held 6 times in prefectures such as Tochigi, Shizuoka, Okayama, Aichi, and Ibaraki. Top players from across Japan and local pickleball players gather for these events.

In addition to prize money and awards from sponsors, the tour provides a vibrant tournament atmosphere with hard courts, a main court for finals, music, food and drinks, and social events.

Tokyu Resort Town Hamanako

Tokyu Resort Town Hamanako is spread across approximately 510,000 square meters on the tranquil lakeside, blessed with a warm climate and beautiful scenery. Within the town, there is a hotel with guest rooms, a large public bath with hot springs, and restaurants offering lake views. A wide range of activities such as barbecues, marine sports, tennis, putt-putt golf, futsal, and swimming pools are also available, allowing guests to enjoy their stay actively or relaxingly throughout the four seasons amidst the rich landscape.

Location: 372 Osaki, Mikkabi-cho, Hamana-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture 431-1403

Phone: 053 – 526 – 1515

Official Website: https://www.tokyu-hamanako-sports.com/

Inquiries

For questions regarding the tournament, media inquiries for interviews/filming, or requests for inspection/visits, please contact us using the information below.

Japan Pickleball Association (JPA)

TOP TOUR Tournament Director: Akihiko Nishimura

Assistant Director: Yasuko Katsumata

Email: jpatoptour@gmail.com

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