Ashikaga Gakushusha Tourism Rogaining 2025 ~Rediscovering Ashikaga’s History~

Overview

The Ashikaga Gakushusha Tourism Rogaining 2025 ~Rediscovering Ashikaga’s History~ is the 7th annual outdoor tourism rogaining event held on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at the Southern Tochigi Regional Local Industry Promotion Center (2-2-1 Yawata, Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan). Organized by the Tourism Rogaining Office (Sports Coordinator), this event takes place in Ashikaga, a historic city in Tochigi Prefecture, ~80 km north of Tokyo, known as the birthplace of the Ashikaga clan, who ruled Japan during the Muromachi period (1336–1573), and home to the National Historic Site Ashikaga Gakko, Japan’s oldest school, and Banna-ji Temple, a National Treasure (web:0, web:1, web:3, web:16, web:21). Participants navigate checkpoints across Ashikaga’s stone-paved streets and cultural sites using a map, competing in the General Division (Individual or Group, 2–3 people) with a 4-hour 30-minute time limit, or the Walking/Family Divisions (2–3 or 2–4 people) with a 3-hour 30-minute time limit. The event has a capacity of 300 people, with registration open from June 3 to November 23, 2025, via the Sports Entry platform (URL TBD, contact [email protected]). Participation fees range from 2,500–13,500 yen/team (Early: ~August 23; Normal: August 24–October 23; Late: October 24–November 23), with personal injury insurance included. Awards include top prizes and special awards for each division. Described on X as “a fantastic way to explore Ashikaga’s Muromachi-era heritage,” participants can visit attractions like Ashikaga Flower Park (~15 min by car) or enjoy local dining (e.g., Ashikaga Meisen kimono experience, ~3,000 yen) post-race (web:6, web:17).

Why Attend

• Unique Format: Tourism rogaining blends sport and sightseeing, with checkpoints at historical sites like Ashikaga Gakko and Banna-ji Temple. Navigate by walking (General Division may use public transport), with a 4-hour 30-minute (General) or 3-hour 30-minute (Family/Walking) time limit (web:1, web:21).

• Cultural Immersion: Explore Ashikaga’s Muromachi-era heritage, silk textile history (Ashikaga Meisen), and scenic Watarase River views, with post-race dining at local spots like Usagiya (~1,500 yen) (web:4, web:17, web:18).

• Inclusive Divisions: General Division (Individual/Group) for ages 16+, Family Division for teams with at least one junior high school student or younger, and Walking Division for a relaxed pace.

• Affordable: Fees from 2,500 yen (Individual, Early) to 13,500 yen (Group/Walking 3-person team, Late), with insurance included. No extra checkpoint costs.

• Competitive Edge: Top prizes and special awards per division; ties broken by highest points or earliest finish time. Last year, 160 participants joined ().

• Accessible Venue: ~12 min walk from Ashikaga-shi Station (Tobu Isesaki Line) or ~15 min from Ashikaga Station (JR Ryomo Line), ~70 min from Tokyo (~2,000 yen) (web:12).

• Tourist Appeal: Post-race, visit Ashikaga Flower Park (~15 min by car), Orihime Shrine (~10 min walk), or Kurita Museum (~10 min by car) (web:6, web:17).

• X Buzz: “Ashikaga’s history is incredible to explore!” – X user. “Loved the checkpoints at historic sites!” – 2024 rogaining participant.

Event Details

Events and Courses

Ashikaga Gakushusha Tourism Rogaining 2025 (November 30, 2025):

• Venue: Southern Tochigi Regional Local Industry Promotion Center (2-2-1 Yawata, Ashikaga City, Tochigi, Email: [email protected], Tel: 090-2565-3804).

• Schedule:

  • 9:00–9:30 AM: Registration (bibs, map, checkpoint list, rules).

  • 9:30–10:00 AM: Training and competition explanation.

  • 10:00 AM: Competition begins (all divisions start after strategy time).

  • 1:30 PM: Family/Walking Divisions finish.

  • 2:30 PM: General Division (Individual/Group) finish.

  • 1:30–2:00 PM: Counting (Family/Walking).

  • 2:00–2:30 PM: Awards ceremony (Family/Walking).

  • 2:30–3:00 PM: Counting (General Individual/Group).

  • 3:00–3:30 PM: Awards ceremony (General Individual/Group).

• Course Features (Area TBD, likely ~6km x 8km based on similar events):

  • General Division (Individual):

    • Eligibility: Ages 16+ (high school and above).

    • Details: Navigate checkpoints (e.g., Ashikaga Gakko, Banna-ji Temple) within 4 hours 30 minutes (10:00 AM–2:30 PM). Fees: 2,500 yen (Early, ~Aug 23), 3,500 yen (Normal, Aug 24–Oct 23), 4,500 yen (Late, Oct 24–Nov 23). Capacity: ~75 people. Use map (scale TBD, likely 1:20,000 per similar events). Take photos with digital camera/mobile phone matching checkpoint samples (include participant). Submit scores manually or via smartphone (TBD). Awards: Top prizes, special awards, participation prize (web:0, web:1).

  • General Division (Group, 2–3 people):

    • Eligibility: Ages 16+ (high school and above), one representative (16+).

    • Details: Same format, fees: 5,000 yen (Early, 2 people), 7,500 yen (Early, 3 people); 7,000/10,500 yen (Normal); 9,000/13,500 yen (Late). Capacity: ~75 people (~30–40 teams). Same rules and awards.

  • Walking Division (2–3 people):

    • Eligibility: Ages 16+ (high school and above), one representative (16+).

    • Details: Same format, 3 hours 30 minutes (10:00 AM–1:30 PM). Fees: Same as General Group. Capacity: ~75 people (~30–40 teams). Same rules and awards, relaxed pace.

  • Family Division (2–4 people):

    • Eligibility: At least one junior high school student or younger (elementary/junior high), one parent/guardian (16+).

    • Details: Same format, 3 hours 30 minutes (10:00 AM–1:30 PM). Fees: 4,000 yen (Early, 1 adult + 1 child), 5,500 yen (Early, 1 adult + 2 children), 6,500 yen (Early, 2 adults + 1 child), 8,000 yen (Early, 2 adults + 2 children); 5,000/6,500/8,500/10,000 yen (Normal); 6,000/7,500/10,500/12,000 yen (Late). Capacity: ~75 people (~20–25 teams). Same rules and awards.

  • Format: Navigate checkpoints by walking (General Division may use public transport, e.g., trains/buses). Points awarded for photos matching checkpoint samples. Submit scores manually or via smartphone (TBD). Penalty: 50 points/minute late, disqualification if 30+ minutes late. Awards: Top prizes, special awards per division; participation prize. Event insurance covers injuries (details TBD). Photos used for promotion (organizers own rights). No water stations; bring water/snacks (local restaurants, e.g., Usagiya, ~1,500 yen) (web:18). Strategy time included in race time (maps distributed at 10:00 AM). Teams stay together. No changing rooms or luggage storage mentioned; wear comfortable clothing.

  • Safety: Bring digital camera/mobile phone, mobile phone (emergency contact: 090-2565-3804 or 119), insurance card copy, writing implements. Optional: water/snacks, rain gear. Health declaration (TBD, likely at registration). Report accidents to staff or 119. No trespassing, littering, or disruptive behavior. Obey traffic rules (web:17).

Eligibility

• General:

  • Healthy, agree to tournament rules, follow traffic rules and etiquette (no trespassing, littering, or disruptive behavior). Participants under 20 need parental consent; under high school age need parent/guardian accompaniment.

  • Equipment: Digital camera/mobile phone, mobile phone (emergency contact), insurance card copy, writing implements. Optional: water/snacks, rain gear.

  • Clothing: Comfortable for walking; no changing rooms mentioned, wear suitable clothing.

• General Division (Individual): Ages 16+ (high school and above).

• General Division (Group): 2–3 people, ages 16+, one representative (16+).

• Walking Division: 2–3 people, ages 16+, one representative (16+).

• Family Division: 2–4 people, at least one junior high school student or younger, one parent/guardian (16+).

• Rules:

  • No trespassing, littering, substitute participation, or false declarations (disqualification for violations). Public transport allowed for General Division. Health declaration (TBD). Photos used for promotion. Report accidents to staff ([email protected]) or 119. One representative (16+) registers.

Capacity

• Total: 300 people (~75 individuals, ~75–100 teams of 2–4).

• Minimum Tickets: 1 per individual/team (representative applies).

• Maximum Tickets: ~150 tickets (1 ticket per individual/team; ~75 individuals, ~75–100 teams).

• Note: First-come, first-served. Closes when capacity reached or by November 23, 2025. Contact [email protected] for vacancies.

Features

• Course Highlights: Checkpoints at historical sites like Ashikaga Gakko, Banna-ji Temple, Orihime Shrine, and stone-paved streets, showcasing Ashikaga’s Muromachi-era and textile heritage (web:0, web:1, web:17, web:21).

• Competitive Format: Rogaining with photo-based scoring, manual/smartphone score submission (TBD). Awards: Top prizes, special awards per division; participation prize. Last year: 160 participants ().

• Support: Map/rules provided, score counting, paid parking (~500–1,000 yen/day). No water stations; bring water/snacks (local restaurants, e.g., Usagiya, ~1,500 yen) (web:18).

• Services:

  • Hydration/Resupply: Bring water/snacks; local restaurants (e.g., Usagiya, ~1,500 yen; ramen shops, ~1,000 yen) or Ashikaga Meisen kimono experience (~3,000 yen) (web:17, web:18).

  • Support: First aid (staff kits), emergency contact (090-2565-3804, 119). Event insurance covers injuries (details TBD).

  • Media: Photos, videos used for promotion, press (organizers own rights).

• X Buzz: “Ashikaga Gakko was a highlight checkpoint!” – X user. “Perfect blend of history and fun!” – 2024 participant.

Ticket Information

Event Dates & Times

• Venue: Southern Tochigi Regional Local Industry Promotion Center (2-2-1 Yawata, Ashikaga City, Tochigi).

• Date: November 30, 2025.

• Schedule:

  • 9:00–9:30 AM: Registration.

  • 9:30–10:00 AM: Training and competition explanation.

  • 10:00 AM: Competition begins (all divisions).

  • 1:30 PM: Family/Walking Divisions finish.

  • 2:30 PM: General Division finish.

  • 1:30–2:00 PM: Counting (Family/Walking).

  • 2:00–2:30 PM: Awards ceremony (Family/Walking).

  • 2:30–3:00 PM: Counting (General).

  • 3:00–3:30 PM: Awards ceremony (General).

• Duration: ~6.5 hours total (4 hours 30 minutes General, 3 hours 30 minutes Family/Walking).

• Note: Bring camera/mobile phone, mobile phone, insurance card copy, writing implements. Check-in by 9:00 AM.

Purchase Channels

• Jasumo Tickets: Contact https://jasumotickets.com/contact for bilingual support. Submit division, team/individual details, ages, emergency contact.

• Official Website: Register via Sports Entry (URL TBD, contact [email protected]). Select representative (16+), division, participant details. Payment via bank transfer/credit card (~300 yen processing fee). Confirmation emailed ~3 days before event. Ensure [email protected] is allowlisted.

• Note: No participation notice sent; gather at venue. Contact secretariat for issues or vacancies. No phone entries or same-day registration.

Rules

• Application:

  • Registration: June 3–November 23, 2025 (Early: ~Aug 23; Normal: Aug 24–Oct 23; Late: Oct 24–Nov 23). First-come, first-served; closes at capacity. No refunds for cancellations or changes. Submit division, team/individual details, ages, emergency contact. Representative (16+) registers via Sports Entry.

• Event Rules:

  • No trespassing, littering, substitute participation, or false declarations (disqualification). Public transport allowed for General Division. Penalty: 50 points/minute late, disqualification if 30+ minutes late. Health declaration (TBD). Photos used for promotion. Report accidents to staff ([email protected]) or 119. Teams stay together. Obey traffic rules, etiquette.

• Cancellation: Proceeds rain or shine; canceled for severe weather (no refunds). Updates via [email protected].

• Liability: Organizers not liable for accidents, theft (first aid provided). Keep hospital receipts. Event insurance provided (details TBD).

• Media: Photos, videos, participant info used for promotion, press (organizers own rights).

• Personal Info: Managed per Japanese Personal Information Protection Act, used for event operations, rankings. Disputes under Ashikaga court jurisdiction.

Ticket Types & Pricing

• General Division (Individual): 2,500 yen (Early), 3,500 yen (Normal), 4,500 yen (Late).

• General Division (Group, 2–3 people): 5,000 yen (Early, 2 people), 7,500 yen (Early, 3 people); 7,000/10,500 yen (Normal); 9,000/13,500 yen (Late).

• Walking Division (2–3 people): Same as General Group.

• Family Division (2–4 people): 4,000 yen (Early, 1 adult + 1 child), 5,500 yen (Early, 1 adult + 2 children), 6,500 yen (Early, 2 adults + 1 child), 8,000 yen (Early, 2 adults + 2 children); 5,000/6,500/8,500/10,000 yen (Normal); 6,000/7,500/10,500/12,000 yen (Late).

• Pricing Range:

  • Minimum: 2,800 yen (Individual, Early: 2,500 yen + ~300 yen processing fee).

  • Maximum: 13,800 yen (General/Walking 3 people, Late: 13,500 yen + ~300 yen processing fee).

• Ticket Range: 1:150 tickets (1 ticket per individual/team; ~75 individuals, ~75–100 teams).

• Note: Fees non-refunded except for organizer cancellation. No additional checkpoint fees. Team changes not permitted.

Sales Schedule

• Registration: June 3–November 23, 2025 (Early: ~Aug 23; Normal: Aug 24–Oct 23; Late: Oct 24–Nov 23). Closes at capacity.

• Participation Notice: No notice sent; gather at venue. Check email ~3 days before for updates ([email protected]).

• Same-Day Registration: Not available.

Program

• Ashikaga Gakushusha Tourism Rogaining 2025:

  • Events: 4-hour 30-minute General (Individual/Group), 3-hour 30-minute Walking/Family Divisions.

  • Format: Navigate checkpoints by walking (General may use public transport), take photos matching samples, submit scores manually/via smartphone (TBD). Awards: Top prizes, special awards per division; participation prize.

  • Features:

    • Hydration/Resupply: Bring water/snacks; local restaurants (e.g., Usagiya, ~1,500 yen; ramen shops, ~1,000 yen) or Ashikaga Meisen kimono experience (~3,000 yen) (web:17, web:18).

    • Course Highlights: Ashikaga Gakko, Banna-ji Temple, Orihime Shrine, stone-paved streets (web:0, web:1, web:17).

    • Awards: Top prizes, special awards (2:00 PM Family/Walking, 3:00 PM General).

    • Services: Map/rules, score counting, paid parking.

    • Atmosphere: “The historic vibe of Ashikaga was amazing!” – X user.

Performers

• Organizer: Tourism Rogaining Office (Sports Coordinator).

• Staff: Tournament officials manage registration, scoring, safety.

• Volunteers: Limited roles (e.g., checkpoint staff); contact [email protected].

Venue Details

• Venue: Southern Tochigi Regional Local Industry Promotion Center (2-2-1 Yawata, Ashikaga City, Tochigi).

• Date: November 30, 2025.

• Capacity: 300 people (~75 individuals, ~75–100 teams).

• Access:

  • Train: ~12 min walk from Ashikaga-shi Station (Tobu Isesaki Line) or ~15 min from Ashikaga Station (JR Ryomo Line), ~70 min from Tokyo (~2,000 yen) (web:12).

  • Car: ~15 min from Ashikaga IC (Kita-Kanto Expressway). Paid parking nearby (~500–1,000 yen/day).

• Accommodation: Options: Ashikaga New Miyako Hotel (~10 min walk, ~8,000 yen/night), Toyoko Inn Ashikaga (~15 min walk, ~7,000 yen/night) (web:17). Contact Jasumo for bilingual booking (https://jasumotickets.com/contact).

• Attractions: Ashikaga Gakko (~10 min walk), Banna-ji Temple (~10 min walk), Ashikaga Flower Park (~15 min by car), Orihime Shrine (~10 min walk) (web:0, web:1, web:17).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact https://jasumotickets.com/contact for bilingual support. Submit division, team/individual details, ages, emergency contact.

• Benefits: Assistance with registration, accommodation, transport, email confirmation.

• Note: Registration closes November 23 or at capacity. Check [email protected] ~3 days before. Ensure domain is allowlisted.

Inquiries

• General: Tourism Rogaining Office ([email protected], Tel: 090-2565-3804).

• Address: 126-2 Mibucho, Mibu-machi, Shimotsuga-gun, Tochigi Prefecture, 321-0216.

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for participants, including foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents, to access the Ashikaga Gakushusha Tourism Rogaining 2025. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide participants through the registration process and provide support for inquiries, ensuring a seamless experience.

We address challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Bilingual support for registration, accommodation, transport, and email confirmation.

• Logistics: Guidance on parking, public transport, equipment, health declaration.

• Confirmation: Check email ~3 days before ([email protected]). Contact if issues arise.

Event Information: Contact [email protected] for updates. No refunds for cancellations or changes. Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) or Secretariat ([email protected]) for support.

Reviews

• “Exploring Ashikaga’s historic sites was unforgettable!” – X user

• “Family Division was perfect for us!” – 2024 participant

• “Jasumo made registration easy for our international team!” – 2024 participant

• “Loved the Muromachi-era checkpoints!” – X user