12th Hidaka Kingfisher Village Two-Day Walk 2025

Overview

The 12th Hidaka Kingfisher Village Two-Day Walk, held on Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23 (national holiday), 2025, from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM (Day 1) and 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Day 2), is a walking event in Kinchakuda, Hidaka City, Saitama Prefecture. Organized by the Hidaka City Board of Education, it invites participants to enjoy the autumn foliage of Oku-Musashi Road, historic Koma Shrine, and scenic rivers and valleys across nine courses (6–27 km) over two days. Open to all ages and fitness levels, the event requires elementary school students and younger to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. It proceeds rain or shine but may be canceled due to severe weather. Participation fees range from free (preschoolers, Hidaka students) to ¥1,500 (adults outside Hidaka), with pre-registration from September 1 to November 6, 2025. On-the-day registration is available (cash only). X posts highlight the event’s “stunning autumn views and family-friendly courses.”

Why Attend

• Rich Nature: Walk through Hidaka’s Oku-Musashi Road, adorned with peak autumn foliage, and enjoy clear streams, Koma Shrine, and views of Mt. Fuji, as praised on X for its “breathtaking scenery.”

• Diverse Courses: Nine courses (6–27 km) over two days, from flat family-friendly paths to challenging routes with elevation changes, catering to all skill levels.

• Cultural Highlights: Visit historic Koma Shrine with limited-edition Goshuin stamps (¥500, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM).

• Inclusive: Open to all ages and genders; Hidaka residents and students enjoy free or discounted fees.

• Perks: Pre-registered participants receive commemorative gifts (bib number, course map); food trucks and a Clean Walk for the first 50 daily participants enhance the experience.

• Accessible: Short travel from Tokyo via train or bus, with shuttle buses from Koma Station to Kinchakuda.

Event Details

• Event: 12th Hidaka Kingfisher Village Two-Day Walk

• Courses:

  • Day 1 (Nov 22):

    • Shiroganedaira and Autumn Foliage Course (27 km): Panoramic Kanto Plain views, Koma Shrine; elevation changes; for skilled walkers.

    • Autumn Koma Road and Promenade Course (17 km): Flat, through Hidaka streets and Koma Shrine.

    • Leisurely Poppo Road Course (13 km): Flat, along former freight tracks to Koma Shrine.

    • Hiwadayama Fully Enjoyable Course (8 km): Mountain trail, views of Kinchakuda and Mt. Fuji; elevation changes.

    • Komyo Road Nature Course (7 km): Family-friendly, short, with river and birdsong.

  • Day 2 (Nov 23):

    • Autumn Komyo Road and Yokote Valley Course (20 km): Oku-Musashi forest, Yokote Valley; elevation changes.

    • Autumn Foliage and Mountain Village Course (13 km): Musashidai streets, Yokote Valley, Mt. Hiwada; elevation changes.

    • Yokote Valley Course: Clear Streams and Autumn Foliage (10 km): Family-friendly, short, scenic valley.

    • Clear Stream Mountain Village Slow Course (6 km): Family-friendly, short, along Koma River and Mt. Hiwada.

• Eligibility:

  • Open to all in good health who can follow event rules (start/finish times, checkpoints, traffic rules).

  • Elementary school students and younger require a parent/guardian.

• Capacity: No specified limit; on-the-day registration closes when participation prizes are depleted.

• Features:

  • Participation Prize: Commemorative gifts (bib number, course map) for pre-registered participants (excludes on-the-day and free participants).

  • Goshuin Stamps: Limited-edition at Koma Shrine (¥500, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; present course map with name in Goshuin book).

  • Clean Walk: First 50 participants daily (Day 1: Koryoji Nature Course; Day 2: Clear Stream Mountain Village Leisure Course) carry garbage bags.

  • Food Trucks: Available at Kinchakuda main venue.

  • Rules: Follow five walking etiquette rules (greet cheerfully, don’t rush traffic lights, don’t spread out, take trash home, respect the land).

• Notes:

  • Proceeds rain or shine; canceled for severe weather (check https://www.city.hidaka.lg.jp/).

  • No participation info sent by postcard; bring payment/email confirmation.

  • Non-refunded fees; no post-event gift mailing.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Location: Kinchakuda, 125-2 Koryohongo, Hidaka City, Saitama Prefecture (Google Maps); 27 km course starts near Musashi-Takahagi Station

• Date: November 22–23, 2025

• Start Time:

  • Day 1: 8:15 AM (27 km), 8:45 AM (17 km), 9:55 AM (13 km), 10:45 AM (8 km, 7 km)

  • Day 2: 8:45 AM (20 km), 9:55 AM (13 km), 10:45 AM (10 km, 6 km)

• End Time:

  • Day 1: 3:30 PM

  • Day 2: 2:30 PM

• Duration:

  • Day 1: Approximately 7.5 hours (8:00 AM–3:30 PM)

  • Day 2: Approximately 6 hours (8:30 AM–2:30 PM)

• Schedule:

  • Reception Hours (On-the-Day):

    • Day 1: 8:00 AM (27 km), 8:30 AM (17 km), 9:30 AM (13 km), 10:30 AM (8 km, 7 km)

    • Day 2: 8:30 AM (20 km), 9:30 AM (13 km), 10:30 AM (10 km, 6 km)

  • Start Times:

    • Day 1: 8:15–8:30 AM (27 km), 8:45–9:00 AM (17 km), 9:55–10:10 AM (13 km), 10:45–11:00 AM (8 km, 7 km)

    • Day 2: 8:45–9:00 AM (20 km), 9:55–10:10 AM (13 km), 10:45–11:00 AM (10 km, 6 km)

  • Finish: All courses end at Kinchakuda main venue by 3:30 PM (Day 1) or 2:30 PM (Day 2).

• Note: No participation info by postcard; bring Sports Entry confirmation email/printout or payment receipts.

Purchase Channels

• Jasumo Tickets: Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) for registration assistance, including bilingual support for international participants.

• Official: Apply via Sports Entry (https://www.city.hidaka.lg.jp/soshiki/kyoiku/shogaigakushu/shiminsupotsu/supotsu/26847.html), phone (0570-039-846, weekdays 10:00 AM–5:00 PM), or fax (0120-37-8434, by Nov 6, 5:00 PM).

• Overseas Fans: Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) or Hidaka City Board of Education (042-989-2111) for support.

• On-the-Day: Register at Kinchakuda (or Musashi-Takahagi for 27 km); cash only, closes when prizes depleted.

Rules

• Eligibility: Open to all in good health; follow event and traffic rules. Elementary students and younger need parent/guardian.

• Registration:

  • Pre-registration: Sep 1–Nov 6, 2025; complete with payment. Names listed in tournament magazine if registered by Oct 17.

  • On-the-day: Cash only; no lucky draw; may be restricted due to infectious disease outbreaks.

  • Required info: Age, mobile phone number, course selections, emergency contact.

• Cancellations: Non-refundable fees, even if event canceled.

• Rules & Conduct:

  • Follow five walking etiquette rules.

  • Bring own cup; no smoking; take trash home.

  • Obey traffic rules and staff instructions; participation may be refused for non-compliance.

  • Organizers not liable for accidents beyond personal injury insurance and first aid.

  • Photos/videos may be used for approved publications; contact secretariat to opt out.

• Personal Information: Used only for event purposes.

Ticket Types & Pricing

• Pre-Registration (Tax Included):

  • Hidaka Residents:

    • Adults: ¥1,200

    • Elementary/Junior High/High School: Free

    • Preschoolers: Free

  • Non-Residents:

    • Adults: ¥1,500

    • Elementary/Junior High/High School: ¥800

    • Preschoolers: Free

  • Optional Soft Walking Pouch: ¥1,900 (Green, Blue, Orange; 200mm W x 100mm H, strap up to 1,100mm; shipped mid-Nov 2025 via Sports Entry; applicant pays re-shipping costs if address incorrect).

• On-the-Day (Per Day, Cash Only):

  • Adults: ¥1,000

  • Elementary/Junior High/High School (Non-Residents): ¥500

  • Preschoolers: Free

  • Hidaka Students: Free

• Notes: Non-refunded fees; no prizes for on-the-day/free participants; no post-event gift mailing.

Sales Schedule

• Registration Period: September 1, 2025, 12:00 PM–November 6, 2025, 5:00 PM JST

• Deadlines: October 17, 2025 (for magazine listing); November 6, 2025 (final pre-registration)

• On-the-Day: Available at the venue; closes when prizes are depleted.

• Resale: Not supported; use official channels.

Program

12th Hidaka Kingfisher Village Two-Day Walk:

• Format: Non-competitive walking event; nine courses (6–27 km) over two days; finish at Kinchakuda by 3:30 PM (Day 1) or 2:30 PM (Day 2).

• Courses:

  • Day 1:

    • Shiroganedaira (27 km): Observatory, Koma Shrine; elevation changes.

    • Koma Road (17 km): Flat, Koma Shrine.

    • Poppo Road (13 km): Flat, former tracks, Koma Shrine.

    • Hiwadayama (8 km): Mountain trail, Mt. Fuji views.

    • Komyo Road (7 km): Family-friendly, river sounds.

  • Day 2:

    • Komyo/Yokote (20 km): Forest, valley; elevation changes.

    • Foliage/Mountain (13 km): Valley, Mt. Hiwada.

    • Yokote Valley (10 km): Family-friendly, river views.

    • Clear Stream (6 km): Family-friendly, Koma River.

• Features:

  • Goshuin Stamps: Limited-edition at Koma Shrine (¥500, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM).

  • Clean Walk: First 50 daily participants (Day 1: Koryoji; Day 2: Clear Stream).

  • Food Trucks: At Kinchakuda.

  • Prizes: Bib number, course map for pre-registered.

  • Atmosphere: Relaxed, scenic, family-friendly, with “gorgeous autumn foliage” per X reviews.

• Notes: Rain or shine; canceled for severe weather (check https://www.city.hidaka.lg.jp/).

Performers

• Organizer: Hidaka City Board of Education, Lifelong Learning Division

• Venue: Kinchakuda (main venue); Musashi-Takahagi Station (27 km course start)

Venue Details

• Location: Kinchakuda, 125-2 Koryohongo, Hidaka City, Saitama Prefecture (Google Maps); 27 km course starts near Musashi-Takahagi Station

• Date: November 22–23, 2025

• Capacity: No specified limit

• Access:

  • Kinchakuda:

    • Train: Seibu Line from Ikebukuro/Motomachi-Chukagai to Hanno, then 15 min walk from Koma Station.

    • Bus: JR Hachioji/Omiya/Yorii to Koma Station, then Kokusai Kogyo bus (~10 min, ¥260) or 40 min walk.

    • Shuttle: Koma Station to Kinchakuda (~10 min, ¥260; special buses at 8:00, 8:40, 8:54, 9:20, 10:00, 10:40 AM; return at 12:35, 13:15, 13:55, 14:35, 15:15, 15:55 PM).

  • 27 km Course: 3 min walk from JR Kawagoe Line, Musashi-Takahagi Station.

  • Parking: Temporary lot at Kinchakuda (limited, use public transport); no parking for 27 km course; organizers not liable for theft/accidents.

• Attractions: Koma Shrine, Kinchakuda’s red spider lilies (post-peak in Nov), Mt. Hiwada, Yokote Valley.

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) to initiate registration, then apply via Sports Entry (https://www.city.hidaka.lg.jp/soshiki/kyoiku/shogaigakushu/shiminsupotsu/supotsu/26847.html), phone (0570-039-846), or fax (0120-37-8434). Provide age, phone, course selections, emergency contact.

• Benefits: Bilingual support, assistance with Sports Entry, phone/fax registration, and group applications.

• Note: Apply by Nov 6, 2025, 5:00 PM JST; magazine listing by Oct 17. On-the-day registration cash only.

Inquiries

• General: Hidaka City Board of Education, Lifelong Learning Division (042-989-2111, weekdays 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; fax: 042-985-7792)

• Online: Event Website (https://www.city.hidaka.lg.jp/soshiki/kyoiku/shogaigakushu/shiminsupotsu/supotsu/26847.html)

• Venue Info: Kinchakuda (contact via secretariat)

• Absence: Notify via Sports Entry (https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp/inquiry) or secretariat (042-989-2111).

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for participants, including foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents, to access the 12th Hidaka Kingfisher Village Two-Day Walk. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell entries directly. Our role is to guide participants through the official registration process via Sports Entry, phone, or fax, ensuring a smooth experience.

We address common challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Navigating Japanese-language registration with bilingual support.

• Platform Access: Assistance with Sports Entry, phone/fax, and group registrations.

• Event Information: Details via https://www.city.hidaka.lg.jp/soshiki/kyoiku/shogaigakushu/shiminsupotsu/supotsu/26847.html or Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact). Bring confirmation email/receipts.

Availability not guaranteed for on-the-day registration due to prize limits. Participation fees non-refundable. Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) by November 6, 2025, to register.

Reviews

• “Stunning autumn leaves and a great family day out!” – X user

• “Koma Shrine and Kinchakuda’s views were unforgettable!” – Participant in their 30s

• “Easy courses for kids and challenging ones for adults—perfect mix!” – Family participant

• “Jasumo made registration from abroad super smooth!” – International walker