Tournament Overview(EN)
Tournament Overview
Promoting the charm of ‘Kichu’ and revitalizing the local community through the cycling event!
Promoting the charm of ‘Kinaka’ and revitalizing
the local community through the cycling event!
Our Vision for HUB24
The central “Kichu” region of Wakayama Prefecture is a place where people, food, culture, and nature are all beautifully intertwined.
These elements collectively form content that is world-class. Through this tournament, we hope that many people, both from within and outside Wakayama Prefecture, will experience Kichu through cycling, and discover, “There’s a place like this,” and “There’s food like this.”
We hope this tournament provides an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the “delicious and interesting things” that Kichu has to offer.
Wakayama Kichu Cycle Festa Executive Committee and staff from each city and town
About HUB24
A Cycle Festa held in the heart of Wakayama, “Kichu”
▪️The Charm of HUB24
Set in the Kinaka region of Wakayama Prefecture, encompassing one city and six towns (Gobo City, Mihama Town, Hidaka Town, Yura Town, Inami Town, Minabe Town, and Hidaka River Town), HUB24 offers a unique opportunity to connect with “Wakayama’s great nature” and enjoy “Wakayama’s food” through cycling.
Wakayama Prefecture, surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and mountains, is rich in natural beauty. With both mountains and flatlands, you can enjoy the event at your own pace. Individual and group participants are both warmly welcomed!
Additionally, the cycling route has been completely revamped from HUB23. This year, the main stage will be set in “Minabe Town,” known as Japan’s top plum region.
Tournament Overview
| Name： | Wakayama Kichu Cycle Festa HUB24 |
| Organizer： | Wakayama Kichu Cycle Festa Executive Committee |
| Support： | Wakayama Prefecture, Gobo City, Mihama Town, Hidaka Town, Yura Town, Inami Town, Minabe Town, Hidaka River Town, Hidaka Wide Area Tourism Promotion Council |
| Event Schedule： | November 24, 2024 (Sunday) |
| Course ： | Riding Area: Kinaka region of Wakayama Prefecture (Minabe Town, Inami Town, Hidaka River Town) Long Course: Approx. 110 km Short Course: Approx. 60 km |
| Application Period： | June 30, 2024 (Sunday) – October 27, 2024 (Sunday) |
| Application Method： | Apply through the dedicated application site (Sports Entry). https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp/event/t/96685 |
| Style： | This is not a speed race, but an event to enjoy cycling at your own pace. |
Schedule for the Day of the Tournament
- The schedule is subject to change until the day of the event.
- Pre-registration for HUB24 will also be available at the Minabe Town 20th Anniversary Commemorative Event on the day before the tournament.
| 5:30 | Registration Opens |
| 7:00 | Opening Event Participants Start Sequentially |
| 10:00 | Product Exhibition & Outdoor Live Concert (Main Venue: Minabe Town Health and Welfare Center) |
| 15:30 | Closing Event Events such as mochi tossing and comedy performances are planned.定 |
ENTRY PLAN
Switching from the standard plan to the entry plan
You can choose your preferred course and optional tournament original merchandise.
You can choose your preferred course
and optional tournament original merchandise.
| Entry Courses | Entry Fee |
|---|---|
| Approximately 110 km long course around Kichu (6 aid stations) | 8,000 yen (tax included) Includes accident insurance for the day. |
| Approximately 60 km long course around Kichu (6 aid stations) | 6,000 yen (tax included) Includes accident insurance for the day. |
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Optional goods can be selected freely from multiple choices.
- Please note that the designs of the goods below are for reference only and may differ slightly from the actual products. We appreciate your understanding.
The designs currently in production will be released sequentially.
| Tournament Original Merchandise (Optional) | Fee |
|---|---|
 Tournament Original Sacoche （Green） | 3,000 yen (tax included) |
 Tournament Original Sacoche （White） | 3,000 yen (tax included) |
 Tournament Original T-shirt | 4,000 yen (tax included) |
 Tournament Original Jersey (Top) | 6,000 yen (tax included) |
Apply via Sports Entry
(You will be redirected to an external site)
<Various payment methods are available>
<For entry procedures, please refer to the information below>
<For entry procedures, please refer to the information below>
Entry Procedure
To enter, you need to "register as a member" on Sports Entry.
For the entry procedure, please refer to the instructions below.
Procedure for Group Entry (100 yen discount at the time of payment)
If you enter with 5 or more people, the Sports Entry usage fee will be discounted by 100 yen at the time of payment.
For the procedure for the advantageous group entry, please refer to the instructions below.
If you have any questions regarding the entry, please contact the Sports Entry help desk directly.
Choose from three exclusive tour plans to enter.
Choose from three exclusive
our plans to enter.
Apply on the Japan Travel Co., Ltd.
dedicated website (you will be redirected to an external site).
(Note) If you wish to apply for any of the three exclusive tours below, please do not enter via the standard plan.
(Even if you apply for an exclusive tour plan after entering via the standard plan, the entry fee for the standard plan will not be refunded.)
<Expected release: Late July to early August>
Special Express Kuroshio Cycle Tour Plan
This tour plan departs from Tennoji, Osaka on Saturday, November 23, and allows you to participate in HUB24 on Sunday, November 24. You can load your bicycle onto the special express Kuroshio without disassembling it, simply by placing it in a special cover.
HUB24 Exclusive Tour Plan from Tokyo
This tour plan departs from Haneda Airport in Tokyo to Nanki-Shirahama Airport on Saturday, November 23, and allows you to participate in HUB24 on Sunday, November 24.
HUB24 Exclusive Tour Plan for Foreign Travelers
In addition to participating in HUB24 on Sunday, November 24, this tour plan includes visits to local landmarks and sightseeing experiences.
For the above three exclusive tour plans, please apply through the dedicated application page of Japan Travel. If you have any questions regarding the entry for these plans, please contact Japan Travel directly.
【Contact Information】
Japan Travel Co., Ltd. Media Travel Center
TEL：0570-081717
Email：media_eigyo@nta.co.jp
Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Closed on weekends and public holidays)
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SPONSOR
Sponsorship for the Tournament
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SUPPORT
We also support HUB24
SPONSOR
Sponsorship for the Tournament
We are continuously seeking companies to sponsor the tournament.
If you are interested in sponsoring, we will place your company's banner in this section of our website.
過去の大会ホームページはこちら
SUPPORT
We also support HUB24
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