WEST AICHI ROGAINE 2025 in Yatomi City

Overview

The WEST AICHI ROGAINE 2025 is a beginner-friendly outdoor navigation event held on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the Yatomi City General Social Education Center (335 Minami Honden, Maegasu-cho, Yatomi City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, 498-8501). Organized by the WEST AICHI ROGAINE Executive Committee, supported by Yatomi City, Yatomi City Tourism Association, Tsushima Woolen Industry Association, and planned by OUTDOOR R CLUB Ryoji Murayama (Japan Orienteering Association Navigation Instructor), this event takes place in the western Nobi Plain, centered around Tsushima City, near Yatomi’s coastal flatlands (). Participants navigate 50 checkpoints across flat urban and rural landscapes, including commercial facilities, cityscapes, and countryside, using a 1:25,000 scale A3 map (Geospatial Information Authority of Japan-based) in 3-hour and 5-hour Solo (15+) and General (2–5 people, including adults for those under 15) divisions. The participation fee is 3,000 yen/adult and 1,500 yen/elementary and younger for 3 hours, and 4,000 yen/adult and 2,000 yen/elementary and younger for 5 hours. The event has a capacity of 70 teams (140 people) plus 10 solo slots each for 3-hour and 5-hour classes, totaling 160 participants. Registration is open from July 30 to October 20, 2025, via the event’s registration system (contact [email protected]). Awards include 1st–3rd overall, Women’s Champion, Family Champion (teams with children under junior high), and small bonus prizes like Bishu woolen goods, with the overall winner invited to next year’s event for free. Described on X as “a fun adventure through Yatomi’s shops and countryside,” the event offers flat, accessible courses, bonus points at local shops, and a mix of sport and leisure for runners, walkers, and families ().

Why Attend

• Scenic Navigation: Explore 50 checkpoints across Tsushima City’s commercial hubs, urban areas, and rural landscapes in the flat Nobi Plain, known for its reclaimed land and goldfish heritage ().

• Beginner-Friendly: 3-hour class for newcomers, 5-hour for experienced participants, with flat courses ideal for walking or running. No prior experience needed.

• Local Charm: Bonus points at shops and restaurants, plus locally produced prizes like Bishu woolen goods, highlighting Yatomi’s culture ().

• Affordable Fun: 3,000 yen/adult, 1,500 yen/elementary and younger (3-hour); 4,000 yen/adult, 2,000 yen/elementary and younger (5-hour). No checkpoint fees.

• Family-Oriented: General division allows teams with children under 15 (with adults), with Family Champion awards for teams with kids under junior high.

• Competitive Edge: Awards for 1st–3rd overall, Women’s Champion, Family Champion, plus free entry to next year’s event for the overall winner.

• Accessible Venue: Near Yatomi Station (JR Kansai Line/Kintetsu Nagoya Line, ~20 min from Nagoya, ~600 yen) with parking at the venue ().

• X Buzz: “The flat courses were perfect for families!” – 2024 participant (X post). “Loved the shop bonus points!” – X user.

Event Details

Events and Courses

WEST AICHI ROGAINE 2025 (November 2, 2025):

• Venue: Yatomi City General Social Education Center (335 Minami Honden, Maegasu-cho, Yatomi City, Aichi, 498-8501, Email: [email protected]).

• Schedule:

  • 8:45 AM: Registration begins (bibs, map, checkpoint list, rules).

  • 9:20 AM: Registration ends.

  • 9:40 AM: Opening ceremony, race briefing, commemorative photo.

  • 10:00 AM: Map distribution and competition start (all divisions).

  • 1:00 PM: 3-hour class finish.

  • 1:45 PM: 3-hour class awards and closing ceremony.

  • 3:00 PM: 5-hour class finish.

  • 3:45 PM: 5-hour class awards and closing ceremony.

• Course Features:

  • 3-Hour Solo:

    • Eligibility: 15+ (healthy, doctor’s diagnosis, self-responsible for safety).

    • Details: Navigate 50 checkpoints in Tsushima City and surrounding areas within 3 hours (10:00 AM–1:00 PM). Fee: 3,000 yen. Use 1:25,000 scale A3 map (in zippered plastic bag) with checkpoint list. Take photos matching checkpoint samples. Submit scores via website tallying software (staff check photos). Capacity: 10 participants. Awards: 1st–3rd overall, Women’s Champion. Bonus prizes (Bishu woolen goods).

  • 3-Hour General (2–5 people):

    • Eligibility: Teams of 2–5, including adults for those under 15 (healthy, doctor’s diagnosis, self-responsible).

    • Details: Same format, area, and duration as Solo. Fees: 3,000 yen/adult, 1,500 yen/elementary and younger (e.g., 6,000 yen for 2 adults). Capacity: ~35 teams (70 people). Include at least one member in checkpoint photos; teams stay within 100m. Awards: 1st–3rd overall, Women’s Champion, Family Champion (with kids under junior high). Bonus prizes.

  • 5-Hour Solo:

    • Eligibility: 15+ (healthy, doctor’s diagnosis, self-responsible).

    • Details: Same format and area, within 5 hours (10:00 AM–3:00 PM). Fee: 4,000 yen. Capacity: 10 participants. Same rules and awards as 3-hour Solo.

  • 5-Hour General (2–5 people):

    • Eligibility: Teams of 2–5, including adults for those under 15 (healthy, doctor’s diagnosis, self-responsible).

    • Details: Same format and area, within 5 hours. Fees: 4,000 yen/adult, 2,000 yen/elementary and younger (e.g., 8,000 yen for 2 adults). Capacity: ~35 teams (70 people). Same rules and awards as 3-hour General.

  • Format: Navigate 50 checkpoints by walking/running (no vehicles, bicycles, or public transport). Take photos matching checkpoint samples (include team members for General; center of map circles). Bonus points at shops/restaurants. Finish line clock photo sets time (1:00 PM for 3-hour, 3:00 PM for 5-hour). Deductions: 50 points/minute for late finish; disqualification after 30 minutes. Submit scores via website (staff verify photos). Awards: 1st–3rd overall, Women’s Champion, Family Champion (overall winner gets free 2026 entry). Ties broken by earliest finish time. Event insurance covers injuries (details in program). Photos used for promotion (organizers own rights). No map apps/GPS except for emergencies.

  • Safety: Bring digital camera/smartphone, watch, health insurance card, drink, rain gear, smartphone with web access, money. Optional: compass, snacks, spare batteries. Health declaration required. Report accidents to staff ([email protected]) or 119. No trespassing, littering, or asking locals for directions (except police/fire in emergencies).

Eligibility

• General:

  • Healthy, doctor’s diagnosis, self-responsible for safety. Follow traffic rules, etiquette (no trespassing, littering, or disruptive behavior).

  • Equipment: Digital camera/smartphone, watch, health insurance card, drink, rain gear, smartphone with web access, money. Optional: compass, snacks, spare batteries.

  • Clothing: Comfortable for walking/running (no excessive costumes; no changing rooms).

• Solo: 15+.

• General: Teams of 2–5, including adults for those under 15.

• Rules:

  • No vehicles, bicycles, public transport, trespassing, littering, or asking locals for directions (except emergencies). Disqualification for violations, false declarations, or substitute participation. Health declaration required. Photos used for promotion. Report accidents to staff ([email protected]) or 119. Late arrivals (30+ min) disqualified; contact staff if delayed.

Capacity

• Total: 160 participants (70 teams/140 people + 10 solo slots each for 3-hour and 5-hour).

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

• Maximum Tickets: 1:90 tickets (1 ticket per solo participant or team of 2–5; 20 solo + 70 teams).

• Note: First-come, first-served. Closes when capacity reached or by October 20, 2025. Contact [email protected] for vacancies.

Features

• Course Highlights: 50 checkpoints across Tsushima City’s flat urban and rural areas, including commercial facilities, shops with bonus points, and countryside ().

• Competitive Format: 3-hour (beginners) and 5-hour (experienced) Solo and General divisions. Score points via checkpoint photos; bonus points at shops/restaurants. Awards: 1st–3rd overall, Women’s Champion, Family Champion (with kids under junior high). Overall winner gets free 2026 entry.

• Support: Map/rules provided, website tallying software, parking at venue, restrooms at parks/shops. No water stations; bring drinks (vending machines/shops available). Original goods and Bishu woolen prizes.

• Services:

  • Hydration/Resupply: Bring drinks; local shops/restaurants (e.g., convenience stores, ~500–1,000 yen/meal) ().

  • Support: First aid (staff kits), emergency contact ([email protected], 119). Event insurance covers injuries (details in program). Risk warning for 5-hour class (heatstroke, hydration).

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

• X Buzz: “The flat courses made it so accessible!” – 2024 participant. “Bonus points at shops were a fun twist!” – X user.

Ticket Information

Event Dates & Times

• Venue: Yatomi City General Social Education Center (335 Minami Honden, Maegasu-cho, Yatomi City, Aichi, 498-8501).

• Date: November 2, 2025.

• Schedule:

  • 8:45 AM: Registration begins.

  • 9:20 AM: Registration ends.

  • 9:40 AM: Opening ceremony, race briefing, photo.

  • 10:00 AM: Map distribution and start (all divisions).

  • 1:00 PM: 3-hour class finish.

  • 1:45 PM: 3-hour class awards and closing.

  • 3:00 PM: 5-hour class finish.

  • 3:45 PM: 5-hour class awards and closing.

• Duration: 3:5 hours (3-hour class: 3 hours competition, ~5 hours total; 5-hour class: 5 hours competition, ~7 hours total).

• Note: Bring camera/smartphone, watch, health insurance card, drink, rain gear, smartphone, money. Health declaration required. Check-in by 9:20 AM. Time slot may adjust if capacity reached (emailed update).

Purchase Channels

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

• Official Registration: Register via Sports Entry (details at [email protected]). Select representative (15+), class, participant details. Payment via bank transfer/credit card (~300 yen processing fee). Confirmation emailed post-payment.

• Note: Program emailed by October 26, 2025, from [email protected]. Ensure receipt (check spam filters). Contact [email protected] for issues or vacancies. No phone entries or same-day registration.

Rules

• Application:

  • Registration: July 30–October 20, 2025. First-come, first-served; closes at capacity. No refunds for cancellations. Submit class, team name, ages, participant details, emergency contact. Representative (15+) registers via Sports Entry.

• Event Rules:

  • No vehicles, bicycles, public transport, trespassing, littering, or asking locals for directions (except emergencies). Obey traffic rules, etiquette (no crossing multi-lane roads except at signals/overpasses). Disqualification for violations, false declarations, substitute participation. Health declaration required. Photos used for promotion. Report accidents to staff ([email protected]) or 119. Late penalties: 50 points/minute; disqualification after 30 minutes. No map apps/GPS except emergencies.

• 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.

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

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

Ticket Types & Pricing

• 3-Hour Solo: 3,000 yen (15+).

• 3-Hour General (2–5 people): 3,000 yen/adult, 1,500 yen/elementary and younger.

• 5-Hour Solo: 4,000 yen (15+).

• 5-Hour General (2–5 people): 4,000 yen/adult, 2,000 yen/elementary and younger.

• Pricing Range: 1,500–20,000 yen/team (e.g., 1 elementary = 1,500 yen for 3-hour; 5 adults = 20,000 yen for 5-hour) or 3,000–4,000 yen/solo + ~300 yen processing fee.

• Ticket Range: 1:90 tickets (1 ticket per solo participant or team of 2–5; 20 solo + 70 teams).

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

Sales Schedule

• Registration: July 30–October 20, 2025. Closes at capacity.

• Participation Notice: Program emailed by October 26, 2025. Contact [email protected] if not received.

• Same-Day Registration: Not available.

Program

• WEST AICHI ROGAINE 2025:

  • Events: 3-hour and 5-hour Solo and General divisions.

  • Format: Navigate 50 checkpoints by walking/running, take photos matching samples, submit scores via website. Bonus points at shops/restaurants. Awards: 1st–3rd overall, Women’s Champion, Family Champion; overall winner gets free 2026 entry.

  • Features:

    • Hydration/Resupply: Bring drinks; shops/convenience stores available (~500–1,000 yen/meal) ().

    • Course Highlights: Flat urban/rural courses, commercial facilities, shops with bonus points.

    • Awards: 1st–3rd overall, Women’s Champion, Family Champion (1:45 PM for 3-hour, 3:45 PM for 5-hour).

    • Services: Map/rules, website scoring, parking, restrooms, no water stations.

    • Atmosphere: “A great mix of sport and local exploration!” – 2024 participant (X post).

Performers

• Organizer: WEST AICHI ROGAINE Executive Committee ([email protected]).

• Supporters: Yatomi City, Yatomi City Tourism Association, Tsushima Woolen Industry Association.

• Planner: OUTDOOR R CLUB Ryoji Murayama (Japan Orienteering Association).

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

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

Venue Details

• Venue: Yatomi City General Social Education Center (335 Minami Honden, Maegasu-cho, Yatomi City, Aichi, 498-8501).

• Date: November 2, 2025.

• Capacity: 160 participants (70 teams/140 people + 20 solo).

• Access:

  • Train: 10 min walk from Yatomi Station (JR Kansai Line/Kintetsu Nagoya Line, ~20 min from Nagoya, ~600 yen) or Kintetsu Yatomi Station (~20 min, ~600 yen) ().

  • Car: ~15 min from Kanie IC (Higashi-Meihan Expressway). Parking at venue (free/limited spaces) ().

• Accommodation: Options: Hotel Nagashima (~15 min, ~10,000 yen/night), Super Hotel Kuwana-Ekimae (~20 min, ~7,000 yen/night) (). Contact Jasumo for bilingual booking (https://jasumotickets.com/contact).

• Attractions: Yatomi Yachoen (~10 min), Mitsumata Pond Park (~15 min), Yatomi City Museum of History and Folklore (~10 min) ().

Booking with Jasumo

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

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

• Note: Registration closes October 20 or at capacity. Program emailed by October 26. Contact [email protected] for issues.

Inquiries

• General: WEST AICHI ROGAINE Executive Committee ([email protected]).

• Online: Contact via email for registration details.

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for participants, including foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents, to access the WEST AICHI ROGAINE 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.

• Confirmation: Program emailed by October 26 ([email protected]). Contact if issues arise.

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

Reviews

• “The flat courses were so family-friendly!” – 2024 participant (X post)

• “Bonus points at shops added such a fun twist!” – X user

• “Jasumo’s support made it easy for us foreigners!” – International team

• “Loved exploring Yatomi’s local charm!” – 2024 participant