50th Minamata Cormorant Fishing Boat Tournament

The summer tradition of Minamata celebrates its 50th edition
The great summer event of Minamata, the 'Minamata Cormorant Fishing Boat Tournament', will be held. Every year, teams compete in speed while splashing water, creating an excitement hotter than the summer heat, with both players and spectators in high spirits! This year marks the memorable 50th edition, with various commemorative events planned, including a prize race and participation in the Taiwan Dragon Boat Tournament. Participants are also welcome. Pre-registration is required. Additionally, we are looking forward to your support on the day!
Minamata River Estuary Special Course
About a 10-minute drive from Minamata IC on the South Kyushu West Bypass
About a 10-minute drive from JR Kyushu Shinkansen Shin-Minamata Station / About a 5-minute drive from Hisatsu Orange Railway Minamata Station
- Date & Time
- 7/27(Sun) 07:00~12:00
- Note
- 7:00~Opening ceremony / 7:30~Competition starts / 11:30~Closing ceremony (scheduled)
- Venue
- Minamata River Estuary Special Course
- Address
- Near Tsukiji, Minamata City, Kumamoto Prefecture
- Free
- Free cheering. Participation fee is 5,000 yen per team
- parking
- Free parking
- Access
- About a 10-minute drive from Minamata IC on the South Kyushu West Bypass
- Access (Public)
- About a 10-minute drive from JR Kyushu Shinkansen Shin-Minamata Station / About a 5-minute drive from Hisatsu Orange Railway Minamata Station
- Contact
- 0966-83-9700 (Minamata City Sports Promotion Division Sports Promotion Office)