June 1, 2024 (Saturday)
HANAMAKI ADVENTURE RACING
Race Venue: Hanamaki City, Kitakami City, Iwate Prefecture
Unknown Challenge
An adventure race is a journey where you challenge yourself in the midst of magnificent nature. It's okay for beginners. All you need is a spirit of adventure and teamwork. You'll cross mountains and descend rivers with your teammates, reading maps along the way. You'll discover strengths you didn't know you had and deepen bonds with others. The courage to stand at the starting line will lead you to a new world. Let's step into the unknown challenge together.
Nature Play Multi-Sport Race
This is a team-based multi-sport race set in a natural environment. Participants will utilize activities such as trekking, rafting, and biking, aiming to reach checkpoints specified by a map and compass.
First Held in Iwate Prefecture
The inaugural adventure race is said to have taken place in 1989 in New Zealand. It has since expanded to various locations in Japan, set against the backdrop of the great outdoors, and finally arrives in Iwate Prefecture for the first time. Who will be the fierce competitors to win the first race in the prefecture?
Activities to Experience in Adventure Races
Map Reading
Trekking
Rafting
Bike
Team activities
Finish
Race Overview
Date and Time
Here is the schedule for the adventure race on June 1, 2024
07：45〜08：15 Registration
08：15〜08：45 Briefing
09：00 Race Start
17：00 Race Finish
17：00〜18：00 Shower,Sauna（Deer dance will be performed at the venue.）
18：00〜19：45 Awards Ceremony and Commentary,BBQ
Start Venue
Hanamaki Onsen（Registration：Hotel Hanamaki 1st floor lobby）
1-125 Yunomoto, Hanamaki-shi, Iwate 025-0304
*Please gather at the location on your own.
Finish Venue
Somewhere in Kitakami City
*For those who wish, there is a shuttle service available from Kitakami Station to Hanamaki Onsen.
(Not available for those bringing bikes.)
Distance
Approximately 30 kilometers
Race discipline
Trekking, biking, rafting, orienteering, team challenges
*Navigation skills are required throughout the race
Team
2 to 5 people per team
*One person can also enter. In that case, please apply for team matching at the time of ticket purchase.
Entry Fee
19,000 yen per person
*Tickets must be purchased for all team members.
*Iwate Prefecture residents discount is available. Discount code: hanamakiAR (15,000 yen/person)
Entry Deadline
May 27, 2024
*We are distributing lists of equipment and other items to those who have entered in due course, so we recommend that you enter as soon
as possible to be prepared.
Included in the Entry Fee:
Map
raft materials/oar/PFD for rafting section
Gear transport during the race (drop off at the finish line)
Transport of personal belongings to the finish line
Shower and sauna at the finish line (towel rental available for a fee)
Awards ceremony
BBQ
Shuttle from the dispersal location to Kitakami Station or Hanamaki Onsen (not available for those bringing bikes)
Excellent volunteer staff
Rental Gear:
Bike (City Cycle) 5,000 yen
*There is a limit on the number of rentals.
*If you bring your own, any type of bike is acceptable as long as it is not electrically assisted.
Helmet (one size fits all) 1,000 yen
*Helmets are required. If you do not have one, please rent one.
Notice:
Please note that details are subject to change without notice.
The rafting section is done by inflatable boat or raft.
Raft materials/oar/PFD for the rafting section will be provided by the organizers and cannot be brought in.
There are no aid stations.
Age Requirement: 15 years old and above
Except when participating in the same team as adult family members, a parent's consent is required.
Race Cancellation:
In the event of a race cancellation due to natural disasters or other reasons, no refunds will be provided.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation requests are accepted via the email address provided for inquiries. The cancellation fees after payment completion are as follows:
Entry Fee:
On or after April 30, 2024: 50% of the entry fee
On or after May 20, 2024: 100% of the entry fee
Rental Fee:
On or after May 20, 2024: 100% of the rental fee
Preliminary Briefing Session
Date: May 24, 2024, around 20:00-20:30
Venue: zoom →Link here←
Contents: Explanation of rules, precautions, Q&A session
Fee: Free of charge
*Participation is open to all, regardless of whether or not you have entered the competition.
*An archived video will be sent to those who have entered the race.
*First-time Adventure Race participants are welcome to come and join us.
*Explanation in Japanese.
Map reading workshop
Date: Friday, May 24, 2024, around 20:30-22:00
Venue: ZOOM →Link is here←
Contents: Map reading, Q&A session
Fee: Free of charge
*Participation is open to all regardless of whether or not you have entered the seminar.
*An archived video will be sent to those who have entered.
*First-time Adventure Race participants are encouraged to attend.
*Explanation in Japanese.
Sponsorship Recruitment
Individual: 10,000 yen per slot
*Application Deadline: June 1, 2024 at 19:00
Corporate: 30,000 yen per slot
*Application Deadline: June 1, 2024 at 19:00
Logo placement on bib: 50,000 yen
*Application Deadline: May 15, 2024
*We also accept sponsorship in the form of goods. Please contact us for more information.
Meeting Place
Organizer: HIU Spring Camp in Iwate Executive Committee
Co-hosts: Shimanto Active Sports Association, Iwate Adventure Tours, BOMAIMURA
Cooperating organizations: Hanamaki Sportsland, Iwate FUN Run, etc.
Contact: Iwate Adventure Tours (Person in charge: Yamakawa)
Email: iwateadventuretours@gmail.com