Why You Should Visit
BLACK SAMURAI KOBE CAMP is a two-day basketball camp founded by NBA player Rui Hachimura and led by Phil Handy, assistant coach of the Dallas Mavericks. Held on August 4–5, 2026 at the newly opened GLION ARENA KOBE, the event has three parts: the selection-based BASKETBALL CAMP (about 100 players), the ticketed THE SHOWCASE on August 5, and the free-admission KOBE CAMP PARK fan zone with photo spots, limited goods, and food & drinks. Whether you want serious training, a live courtside experience, or just to soak in NBA culture, there's a way to take part.
Essentials
- location
- GLION ARENA KOBE
- period
- August 4, 2026 (Tue) - August 5, 2026 (Wed)
- Time
- Held on both days. See the notes for each program's time.
- cost
- BASKETBALL CAMP: 70,000 yen (excl. tax) / THE SHOWCASE: separate ticket (VIP and general seats) / KOBE CAMP PARK: free admission
- access
- Hankyu / Hanshin "Kobe-Sannomiya Station": 17–18 min walk
JR "Sannomiya Station": 20 min walk
Port Liner "Port Terminal Station": 13 min walk - NOTE
Three programs
- BASKETBALL CAMP (Aug 4 & 5 mornings): open to middle and high school students nationwide. About 100 players selected in advance; instruction is primarily in English and led by Phil Handy.
- THE SHOWCASE (Aug 5): doors at 15:30 / start 17:00 / ends approx. 19:45. Ticketed.
- KOBE CAMP PARK (both days): a free fan zone with limited goods, limited food & drinks, photo spots, and more.
Key people
Founder: Rui Hachimura / Head Coach: Phil Handy (assistant coach, Dallas Mavericks) / Organizer: DIGPO Ltd. (BLACK SAMURAI office)
See the official site for the latest program details.