Murasaki Sports Commissioned for FY2026 Kanagawa Urban Sports Promotion Project
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- Murasaki Sports Commissioned for FY2026 Kanagawa Urban Sports Promotion Project
- Murasaki Sports has been commissioned for the FY2026 'Kanagawa Prefecture Urban Sports Promotion Project.' The company will conduct workshops and demonstrations across the prefecture throughout the year, with the first skateboarding workshop scheduled for May 30, 2026, at Dynacity in Odawara.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 25, 2026
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Murasaki Sports has been commissioned for the FY2026 'Kanagawa Prefecture Urban Sports Promotion Project.' The company will conduct workshops and demonstrations across the prefecture throughout the year, with the first skateboarding workshop scheduled for May 30, 2026, at Dynacity in Odawara.
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- Murasaki Sports Commissioned for FY2026 Kanagawa Urban Sports Promotion Project (May 25, 2026), PR Times
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- May 25, 2026
Murasaki Sports has been commissioned for the FY2026 'Kanagawa Prefecture Urban Sports Promotion Project.' The company will conduct workshops and demonstrations across the prefecture throughout the year, with the first skateboarding workshop scheduled for May 30, 2026, at Dynacity in Odawara.
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In this project, the company will carry out the following initiatives aimed at promoting and fostering understanding of urban sports within Kanagawa Prefecture:
- Urban Sports Workshops (Skateboarding, BMX, Breaking): 7 times annually
- Performance showcases: 1 time annually
- Awareness activities centered on professional performances in collaboration with municipalities and organizations within the prefecture: 4 times annually
The goal of this project is to allow a wide range of residents to experience the appeal of urban sports such as skateboarding, BMX, and breaking, while also promoting safety, rules, and etiquette to ensure a secure and healthy sports environment.
Moving forward, the company will continue to collaborate with local communities to support the development of urban sports and nurture the next generation.
■ Overview of the 1st Urban Sports Workshop (Skateboarding)
- Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
- Venue: Dynacity West 1F, Canyon Stage Front (Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture)
- Content: Skateboarding workshop
- Lessons for beginners
- Performances by professional staff
- Free rental of skateboards and protective gear
- Participation fee: Free
- Eligibility: Open to all (Elementary school students and under must be accompanied by a guardian)
■ 2026 Fiscal Year Implementation Plan
The urban sports workshops will be held 7 times throughout the year, mainly at commercial facilities and public spaces within Kanagawa Prefecture, covering skateboarding, BMX, and breaking.
Details for each venue and participation methods will be announced as they are decided.
■ About Murasaki Sports
- Company Name: Murasaki Sports Co., Ltd.
- Headquarters: 7-14-5 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0005
- Established: June 1972
- CEO: Yoichi Kanayama
- Main Business: Retail of sports goods, planning of sports goods, sports entertainment business, and school business.
- Business Description: Planning, importing, and selling action sports equipment (surfing, bodyboarding, skateboarding, snowboarding, etc.), casual wear, accessories, and shoes; planning and operating events, competitions, and schools.
- Corporate Mission: Designing connections through play, a founding production company of RIDE LIFE.
FAQ
What is the 2026 Kanagawa Prefecture Urban Sports Promotion Project?
It is a project aimed at promoting and increasing understanding of urban sports (skateboarding, BMX, breaking) within Kanagawa Prefecture. It includes experience sessions (7 times a year), performance showcases (1 time a year), and awareness activities (4 times a year).
When and where is the first Urban Sports experience session held?
The first Urban Sports experience session will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Canyon Stage in front of Dynacity West 1F in Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture.
What is planned for the first experience session?
A skateboarding experience session will be held, featuring beginner lessons and performances by professional staff. Free skateboards and protective gear will also be provided.
Is there a fee to participate in the experience session?
Participation is free of charge.
Who can participate in the experience session?
Anyone can participate. However, participants under elementary school age must be accompanied by a guardian.