Shinshu Zenkoji Rogaining 2025

Overview

The Shinshu Zenkoji Rogaining 2025 is a beginner-friendly outdoor navigation event held on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Nagano City Art Museum (1613 Tsuruga Midori-cho, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan). Organized by the Nagano Prefecture Orienteering Association, co-organized by Nagano City, and supported by Zenkoji Temple, this is the 7th Rogaining event in Nagano City (https://nagano-orienteering.com/naganoshi/). Centered around the historic Zenkoji Temple area, a 7th-century Buddhist landmark housing Japan’s oldest Buddha statue (), the event spans the temple town and a 200m elevation mountain range with panoramic city views. Participants navigate checkpoints using a 1:20,000 scale B4 map (10m contours, Geospatial Information Authority of Japan-based) in 3-hour Men’s Solo, Women’s Solo, Group (2–5 people, 16+), and Family (2–5 people, including at least one under 15) divisions. The participation fee is 2,000 yen/high school and above, 1,000 yen/elementary or junior high, and free for preschoolers (Family division, application required). The event has a capacity of 300 people, with registration open from July 28 to September 30, 2025, via the official website. Awards include top three per class (Men’s Solo, Women’s Solo, Group, Family) with T-shirts as participation prizes. Described on X as “a thrilling way to explore Nagano’s temple town and autumn scenery,” the event offers urban and mountain navigation, cultural immersion near Zenkoji Temple, and fall colors with fruit and autumn leaves (,). A free Rogaining seminar (8:20–9:00 AM) ensures accessibility for beginners.

Why Attend

• Scenic Navigation: Explore Zenkoji Temple’s historic area and a 200m elevation mountain range with panoramic views of Nagano City, vibrant with autumn leaves and fruit ().

• Cultural Immersion: Visit checkpoints near Zenkoji Temple, a 7th-century landmark with shops, soba restaurants, and cultural sites along Nakamise-dori (,).

• Beginner-Friendly: Free Rogaining seminar (8:20–9:00 AM) teaches map-reading and strategies, ideal for first-timers (https://nagano-orienteering.com/naganoshi/).

• Affordable Fun: 2,000 yen/high school and above, 1,000 yen/elementary or junior high, free for preschoolers (Family division). No additional checkpoint fees.

• Competitive Edge: Awards for top three per class (Men’s Solo, Women’s Solo, Group, Family), with T-shirts for all participants. Ties broken by earliest finish time.

• Accessible Venue: 5 min walk from Nagano City Hall Station (Nagano Electric Railway) or 25 min from Suzaka Nagano Higashi IC, with parking at Nagano City Hall ().

• Family-Oriented: Family division includes children under 15, with free entry for preschoolers, encouraging multi-generational participation.

• X Buzz: “Loved the mix of temple town and mountain trails!” – 2024 participant (X post). “The views from the mountain were stunning!” – X user.

Event Details

Events and Courses

Shinshu Zenkoji Rogaining 2025 (October 19, 2025):

• Venue: In front of Nagano City Art Museum (1613 Tsuruga Midori-cho, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture, Email: [email protected], Tel: 026-224-7804).

• Schedule:

  • 8:00 AM: Registration begins (bibs, map, checkpoint list, rules).

  • 8:20–9:00 AM: Free Rogaining seminar (map-reading, strategies).

  • 9:25 AM: Opening ceremony and competition explanation.

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

  • 1:00 PM: Competition finish.

  • Post-1:00 PM: Awards ceremony.

• Course Features:

  • 3-Hour Men’s Solo:

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

    • Details: Navigate checkpoints in Zenkoji Temple area and 200m elevation mountain range within 3 hours (10:00 AM–1:00 PM). Fee: 2,000 yen. Use 1:20,000 scale B4 map with checkpoint list. Take photos at checkpoints (solo photos only, matching sample direction). Submit score declaration form (team name, finish time, checkpoint numbers, total points) for verification. Awards for top three; T-shirt prize.

  • 3-Hour Women’s Solo:

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

    • Details: Same format, area, and duration as Men’s Solo. Fee: 2,000 yen. Same rules and awards.

  • 3-Hour Group (2–5 people):

    • Eligibility: 16+ (high school and above), teams of 2–5 with one representative 16+.

    • Details: Same format, area, and duration. Fees: 4,000 yen (2 people), 6,000 yen (3 people), 8,000 yen (4 people), 10,000 yen (5 people). Include at least one member in checkpoint photos. Teams must stay together. Same rules and awards.

  • 3-Hour Family (2–5 people):

    • Eligibility: Teams of 2–5, including at least one under 15 (elementary/junior high) and one 16+.

    • Details: Same format, area, and duration. Fees: 2,000 yen/high school and above, 1,000 yen/elementary or junior high, free for preschoolers (application required). Include at least one member in checkpoint photos. Teams must stay together. Same rules and awards.

  • Format: Navigate checkpoints by walking/running (no vehicles). Points awarded for photos matching checkpoint samples (center of map circles). Take finish line clock photo (time recorded). Deductions: 100 points/second for 1–60 seconds overtime, 100 points/minute thereafter; disqualification after 30 minutes. Submit score declaration form for verification (confirmed by another team). Top three per class awarded; ties broken by earliest finish time. No water stations; bring water/snacks (local eateries available, e.g., soba on Nakamise-dori) (). Event insurance covers injuries (details in program). Photos used for promotion (organizers own rights).

  • Safety: Bring digital camera/smartphone, mobile phone (emergency contact: 026-224-7804 or 119), insurance card. Optional: writing utensils, water, snacks, warm clothing, rain gear. Health declaration via participation agreement (submit at registration). Report accidents to staff or 119. No trespassing, littering, or harm to property/plants.

Eligibility

• General:

  • Healthy, agree to tournament rules, follow traffic rules and etiquette (no trespassing, littering, harming plants/animals).

  • Equipment: Digital camera/smartphone (with monitor), mobile phone (emergency contact), insurance card. Optional: writing utensils, water, snacks, warm clothing, rain gear.

  • Clothing: Comfortable for walking/running (no changing rooms; dress appropriately).

• Men’s/Women’s Solo: 16+ (high school and above).

• Group: 16+ (high school and above), teams of 2–5.

• Family: Teams of 2–5, including at least one under 15 (elementary/junior high) and one 16+.

• Rules:

  • No vehicles, trespassing, littering, or disruptive behavior. Disqualification for violations, false declarations, or substitute participation. Health declaration required. Photos used for promotion. Report accidents/damages to staff ([email protected]) or 119. Late arrivals (15+ min) contact organizer; may be disqualified.

Capacity

• Total: 300 people (estimated ~100–150 teams/solo participants).

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

• Maximum Tickets: 1:300 tickets (1 ticket per solo participant or team of 2–5; maximum ~300 entries, subject to capacity).

• Note: First-come, first-served. Closes when capacity reached or by September 30, 2025. Contact [email protected] for vacancies.

Features

• Course Highlights: Checkpoints around Zenkoji Temple (historic shops, soba restaurants) and 200m elevation mountain range with city views, vibrant with autumn leaves (,).

• Competitive Format: 3-hour navigation (walking/running) with photo-based scoring. Awards for top three per class (Men’s Solo, Women’s Solo, Group, Family); special awards TBD. T-shirts for all.

• Support: Free Rogaining seminar (8:20–9:00 AM), map/rules provided, no water stations (bring water; local eateries available). Parking at Nagano City Hall. No luggage storage or changing rooms; bring valuables, comfortable clothing.

• Services:

  • Hydration/Resupply: Bring water/snacks; eateries on Nakamise-dori (e.g., Shinshu soba, ~1,000 yen/meal) ().

  • Support: First aid (staff kits), emergency contact (026-224-7804, 119). Event insurance covers injuries (details in program).

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

• X Buzz: “The mountain trail was challenging but rewarding!” – 2024 participant. “Zenkoji’s charm made every checkpoint special!” – X user.

Ticket Information

Event Dates & Times

• Venue: In front of Nagano City Art Museum (1613 Tsuruga Midori-cho, Nagano City, Nagano).

• Date: October 19, 2025.

• Schedule:

  • 8:00 AM: Registration begins.

  • 8:20–9:00 AM: Free Rogaining seminar.

  • 9:25 AM: Opening ceremony and explanation.

  • 10:00 AM: Competition start.

  • 1:00 PM: Competition finish.

  • Post-1:00 PM: Awards ceremony.

• Duration: 3:5 hours (3 hours for competition, ~5 hours total including registration, seminar, awards).

• Note: Bring camera/smartphone, mobile phone, insurance card. Health check via participation agreement (submit at registration). Check-in by 8:00 AM.

Purchase Channels

• Jasumo Tickets: Contact https://jasumotickets.com/contact for bilingual support. Submit class, team name, ages, participant details, T-shirt sizes, emergency contact.

• Official Website: Register via https://nagano-orienteering.com/naganoshi/ (Sports Entry, representative registers). Select representative (16+), class, participant details. Payment via bank transfer/credit card (~300 yen processing fee). Confirmation emailed post-payment.

• Note: Program, participation agreement, rules emailed one week prior (by October 12, 2025). Ensure receipt (check spam filters). Contact [email protected] for issues or vacancies. No phone entries or mailed forms. No same-day registration.

Rules

• Application:

  • Registration: July 28–September 30, 2025. First-come, first-served; closes at capacity. No refunds for cancellations. Submit class, team name, ages, participant details, T-shirt sizes, emergency contact. Representative (16+) registers via Sports Entry.

• Event Rules:

  • No vehicles, trespassing, littering, or harm to property/plants. Obey traffic rules, etiquette. Disqualification for violations, false declarations, substitute participation. Health declaration via participation agreement. Photos used for promotion. Report accidents/damages to staff ([email protected]) or 119. Late arrivals (15+ min) contact organizer; may be disqualified. Overtime penalties: 100 points/second (1–60 seconds), 100 points/minute thereafter; disqualification after 30 minutes.

• Cancellation: Proceeds rain or shine; canceled for severe weather/natural disasters (partial refunds minus expenses). Updates on https://nagano-orienteering.com/naganoshi/.

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

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

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

Ticket Types & Pricing

• Men’s/Women’s Solo: 2,000 yen/participant (16+, high school and above).

• Group (2–5 people): 4,000 yen (2 people), 6,000 yen (3 people), 8,000 yen (4 people), 10,000 yen (5 people) (16+, high school and above).

• Family (2–5 people): 2,000 yen/high school and above, 1,000 yen/elementary or junior high, free for preschoolers (includes at least one under 15).

• Pricing Range: 1,000–10,000 yen/team (e.g., 1 elementary = 1,000 yen; 5 adults = 10,000 yen) or 2,000 yen/solo + ~300 yen processing fee.

• Ticket Range: 1:300 tickets (1 ticket per solo participant or team of 2–5; maximum ~300 entries, subject to capacity).

• Note: Fees non-refunded except for organizer cancellation. No additional checkpoint fees.

Sales Schedule

• Registration: July 28–September 30, 2025. Closes at capacity.

• Participation Notice: Program, participation agreement, rules emailed by October 12, 2025. Contact [email protected] if not received.

• Same-Day Registration: Not available (submit participation agreement at check-in).

Program

• Shinshu Zenkoji Rogaining 2025:

  • Events: 3-hour Men’s Solo, Women’s Solo, Group, Family divisions.

  • Format: Navigate checkpoints by walking/running, take photos matching samples, submit score declaration form. Awards for top three per class; T-shirts for all.

  • Features:

    • Hydration/Resupply: Bring water/snacks; eateries on Nakamise-dori (e.g., Shinshu soba, ~1,000 yen/meal) ().

    • Course Highlights: Zenkoji Temple area (shops, restaurants), 200m elevation mountain range with city views ().

    • Awards: Top three per class (post-1:00 PM ceremony); special awards TBD.

    • Services: Free Rogaining seminar, map/rules provided, parking, no water stations or luggage storage.

    • Atmosphere: “The temple town vibe was unforgettable!” – 2024 participant (X post).

Performers

• Organizer: Nagano Prefecture Orienteering Association ([email protected], 026-224-7804).

• Co-Organizer: Nagano City.

• Supporter: Zenkoji Temple.

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

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

Venue Details

• Venue: In front of Nagano City Art Museum (1613 Tsuruga Midori-cho, Nagano City, Nagano).

• Date: October 19, 2025.

• Capacity: 300 people.

• Access:

  • Train: 5 min walk from Nagano City Hall Station (Nagano Electric Railway, ~4 min from Nagano Station, 170 yen) or 10–15 min from Zenkojishita Station ().

  • Bus: 10 min from JR Nagano Station (Alpico Bus to Zenkoji, ~200 yen) ().

  • Car: 25 min from Suzaka Nagano Higashi IC (Joshinetsu Expressway). Parking at Nagano City Hall (~500–1,000 yen/day).

• Accommodation: Options: Hotel NewNagano NeXT (1.2 km from Nagano Station, ~8,000 yen/night), Dot Hostel Nagano (near Zenkoji, ~3,000 yen/night) (). Contact Jasumo for bilingual booking (https://jasumotickets.com/contact).

• Attractions: Zenkoji Temple (~10 min walk), Nagano Prefectural Art Museum (~2 min), Nakamise-dori shops (~10 min) (,).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact https://jasumotickets.com/contact for bilingual support. Submit class, team name, ages, participant details, T-shirt sizes, emergency contact.

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

• Note: Registration closes September 30 or at capacity. Program emailed by October 12. Contact [email protected] for issues.

Inquiries

• General: Nagano City Sports Department, Sports Division ([email protected], 026-224-7804, Fax: 026-224-7351).

• Online: https://nagano-orienteering.com/naganoshi/.

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for participants, including foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents, to access the Shinshu Zenkoji 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 program confirmation.

• Logistics: Guidance on parking, public transport, equipment, health declaration, T-shirt sizes.

• Confirmation: Program emailed by October 12 ([email protected]). Contact if issues arise.

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

Reviews

• “The mountain checkpoints were a highlight!” – 2024 participant (X post)

• “Zenkoji’s autumn vibes were magical!” – X user

• “Jasumo made registration a breeze!” – International team

• “The seminar helped us navigate like pros!” – 2024 participant