BLACK SAMURAI KOBE CAMP 2026 | A 2-Day Basketball Camp at GLION ARENA KOBE, Founded by Rui Hachimura

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.

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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
Links: Official Website
access: Hankyu / Hanshin "Kobe-Sannomiya Station": 17–18 min walk

JR "Sannomiya Station": 20 min walk
Port Liner "Port Terminal Station": 13 min walk
REGISTRATION: BASKETBALL CAMP is selection-based. Apply via the entry form on the official site by 23:59 on Friday, June 5, 2026. THE SHOWCASE tickets go on sale on May 16 (VIP) and May 17 (general), 2026, on a first-come basis. KOBE CAMP PARK is free and requires no reservation.
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.

出典: PR TIMES（ディグポ有限会社）

FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

It depends on the program. KOBE CAMP PARK is free, BASKETBALL CAMP is 70,000 yen (excl. tax), and THE SHOWCASE requires a separate ticket.

How do I apply for BASKETBALL CAMP?

Apply via the entry form on the official site by 23:59 on Friday, June 5, 2026. About 100 players are selected in advance.

When do tickets for THE SHOWCASE go on sale?

VIP seats go on sale May 16 and general seats on May 17, 2026, on a first-come basis. See the official site for details.

Do I need a reservation for KOBE CAMP PARK?

No. KOBE CAMP PARK is a free fan zone with no reservation required, open on both days.

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