Invitation to the Grand Opening Ceremony: 20 Pickleball Courts at Izu Resort Villa
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~ Constructed by Our Company: Japan's Largest 20-Court Pickleball Facility Opens in Izu ~
■ Announcement A new 20-court pickleball facility, the largest of its kind in Japan, has been completed at "Izu Resort Villa," an accommodation and leisure facility operated by Izu Bio Park Co., Ltd. (located in Higashi-Izu Town, Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture). To mark the start of its operations, an opening ceremony will be held at the facility.
Pickleball is an emerging racket sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. As a sport that people of all ages and genders can enjoy, it has been rapidly spreading across the country in recent years. The opening of this facility is expected to contribute to the further promotion of health, sports advancement, and tourism in the Izu region, as well as serve as a hub for hosting national-level tournaments and training camps.
On the day of the event, in addition to local government officials, we plan to hold a special trial session featuring Sugimoto from our federation (PJ), alongside Coach Sugiyama, Coach Hoshiya, and Coach Matsuda. We aim to broadly share the appeal and fun of the sport and encourage our visitors to experience it firsthand. Please invite your neighbors and feel free to join us.
■ Event Overview
Date & Time: Monday, July 20, 2026 (National Holiday), from 10:00 AM (Rain or shine; held at the indoor courts in case of rain)
Location: Izu Resort Villa Outdoor Pickleball Courts, 3349-1 Inatori, Higashi-Izu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture
Organizer: Izu Bio Park Co., Ltd. / Izu Resort Villa
Design & Construction: Toa Road Corporation
Supported by (tentative): Pickleball Association of Japan (PJ)
■ Ceremony Program (Tentative)
Opening Remarks / Yasushi Miyazaki, President and Representative Director, Izu Bio Park Co., Ltd.
Guest Greetings / Shigeki Iwai, Mayor of Higashi-Izu Town / Takeshi Kabata, Member of Shizuoka Prefectural Assembly
Contractor Greetings / Makoto Nakano, Executive Officer & General Manager of Chubu Branch, Toa Road Corporation
Facility Overview / Shinichi Sakata, General Manager, Izu Resort Villa
Federation Greetings / Pickleball Association of Japan (PJ)
Ribbon Cutting
Commemorative Photo
Ceremonial First Serve
Demonstration by Certified Pros / Official Pro Players of the Pickleball Association of Japan (PJ)
Closing
Trial Play / Guests and General Participants
■ Requests for Attendees
As a trial session is planned, please come in comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for exercise. Also, since hot weather is expected on the day of the event, we ask that you take measures against heatstroke, such as bringing your own hydration.
For parking, please use the guest parking lot at Izu Resort Villa. Please note that during crowded times, you may be directed to a parking lot slightly further away. Additionally, there is a possibility of media coverage, such as television, on the day of the event. We ask for your understanding and cooperation regarding filming.
As it is the final day of a three-day weekend and Marine Day, congestion around the venue is expected. Please allow plenty of time for your arrival.
■ What is Pickleball? Pickleball is a paddle sport invented in the United States in 1965. Played on a compact court with relatively simple rules, it has gained explosive popularity worldwide as a sport that can be enjoyed by a wide range of age groups, from seniors to children. In Japan, the playing population has also expanded rapidly in recent years, and promotional activities are being carried out nationwide, led by the Pickleball Japan Federation (PJ).
■ Registration No prior registration is required to participate. Please invite your neighbors and feel free to join us.
■ Inquiries Yuka Yamada, Public Relations, Izu Resort Villa, Izu Bio Park Co., Ltd.
3349-1 Inatori, Higashi-Izu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 413-0411
TEL: 0557-95-9395
E-mail: yamada-villa@izu-biopark.co.jp