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Kanoya Marine Festa is a premier summer festival held at Takasu and Hamada Beaches in Kanoya City, Kagoshima. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Kinko Bay, this event offers a chance to experience professional-grade water sports such as banana boats, dinghy sailing, and ocean kayaking. Whether you are an experienced athlete or a beginner, there are plenty of programs designed for everyone to enjoy the sea breeze with family and friends.
The biggest draw of this festival is the diverse lineup of activities. At Takasu Beach, you can enjoy banana boats, dinghy sailing, coastal boats, and aqua-athlon. At Hamada Beach, the focus shifts to ocean kayaking, windsurfing, and Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP). The event also features high-energy beach competitions like the 'Flip-Flop Toss,' tug-of-war, and beach flag games, ensuring excitement for all ages.
Additionally, the event promotes environmental awareness through the 'YOKA-ANBE CANVAS' workshop and art exhibitions featuring works made from collected ocean plastic. With food trucks and dedicated BBQ spaces, you can enjoy a perfect blend of delicious food and seaside fun.
The event takes place on July 20. The operating hours are from 10:00 to 16:00. Please note that certain activities—including banana boats, dinghy sailing, coastal boats, aqua-athlon, tug-of-war, and coastal debris crafts—require advance reservations. The application period is from June 29 to July 9. While some activities may accept same-day walk-ins, they are subject to capacity and will close once full, so early booking is highly recommended.
The event is held at Takasu Beach and Hamada Beach in Kanoya City, Kagoshima.
Parking is available at the venues.
We strongly recommend making online reservations in advance if you wish to participate in specific water sports. Activities like banana boats, sailing, and kayaking are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will close once the limit is reached. As you will be active by the sea, please prepare for heatstroke prevention by bringing plenty of water and salt supplements.
Please wear comfortable, quick-drying clothing suitable for water sports and beach activities. We strongly recommend bringing sun protection (sunscreen/hats) and plenty of water to stay hydrated and prevent heatstroke.
Certain activities require advance booking. Please check the official website for details. The fee for water sport experiences is 1,000 JPY per person (one experience per activity).
Activities may change or be canceled depending on weather and sea conditions for safety reasons. Please monitor your physical condition and stay hydrated throughout the day.