2026 25th Ozo Doronko (Mud) Volleyball Kobe Tournament

Why You Should Visit

A summer tradition in Ozo, northern Kobe, where rice paddies are turned into volleyball courts. Teams of six play spirited matches knee-deep in mud, with the winning team taking home 30 kg of rice and all entrants receiving fresh vegetables from Ozo — local touches that give this tournament its distinctive charm.

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Essentials

location: Working rice paddy near Michi-no-Eki Kobe Fruit & Flower Park Ozo
period: July 26, 2026 (Sun)
Time: 9:00–16:00
cost: 15,000 yen per team to compete (no official information on spectator fees)
Links: Official Website
access: 15 minutes by taxi from Kobe Electric Railway 'Okaba Station' or JR 'Sanda Station'. 35 minutes by Shinki Bus (Route 38) from JR 'Sannomiya Station'. Immediately after Rokko-Kita Toll Road 'Ozo IC'. Free parking available (approx. 1,000 spaces).
REGISTRATION: Teams must register in advance via the application form (entry period: May 18 – Jul 8, 2026). Players must be junior high age or older, and each team must include a member capable of refereeing.
NOTE: Bring a change of clothes, towels, and sun protection. Check the Kobe City page for weather-related updates.

出典: 神戸市公式HP

FAQ

Who can take part as a player?

Open to players from junior high age and up. Each team must include a member who can serve as a referee, and advance registration is required.

What happens in the rain?

Cancellation decisions in severe weather are made by the organizing committee. Please check the Kobe City page for updates.

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