“10th Tug of War Exchange Tournament” ~Mitaka City~

We received an introductory comment from Mitaka City for the 10th Tug of War Exchange Tournament.

This event is sponsored by the Mitaka City Sports Promotion Committee (co-sponsored by Mitaka City) with the aim of promoting the fun of sports and interacting with local people through sports tug-of-war.

This event is held for citizens aged 16 and over (including students and employees).

The first tournament (23) was held with three teams, but since then recognition has increased mainly among the Oyaji-no-kai of elementary and junior high schools in the city, and by the time it was held in 10, there were XNUMX teams. is participating.A very high-level, heated battle will take place where teams who have practiced extensively in preparation for the tournament will compete against each other.The sight of the team pulling on the rope in unison with loud shouts is very impressive.The participants' families cheered loudly, and the venue became very lively.

The sports promotion committee members take the initiative in considering and implementing the launch, planning, and preparation of the tournament, and their knowledge of sports tug-of-war and their proficiency in tournament management are increasing.

Additionally, on the day of the tournament, we help dispatch referees to the Tokyo Tug of War Federation, and we also provide practical training for sports promotion committee members to help them improve their skills.

The last two years had to be canceled due to the impact of the new coronavirus infection, but this year we aim to hold it for the first time in three years.

State of the last time

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Image: Tug-of-war exchange event XNUMX

Scenes from the tug-of-war exchange event

My town's sports promotion committee interview corner

This time, Mitaka CitySports promotion committee　Hironori Korei(He has been on the sports promotion committee for 16 years), we talked about various things about the activities of the sports promotion committee and the ``10th Tug of War Exchange Tournament.''

Mr. Korei, thank you very much!

First of all, Mr. Korei, please tell us why you became a sports promotion committee member.

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As he was a member of the physical education committee of the local community resident council and also served as a director of the softball federation, he was appointed to the role after a change in the committee members dispatched from the federation.

What kind of activities do you usually do as a sports promotion committee member?

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I am involved in the planning and operation of Mitaka City's largest sports projects, the Sports Festival and the Citizens' Ekiden Tournament, and I have provided opportunities for many citizens to experience sports, such as the tug-of-war exchange tournament, the Citizens' Walk Association, and the elementary school soft volleyball exchange tournament organized by the council. We are working to encourage children to become involved in sports on an ongoing basis.Additionally, as an officer of the Softball Federation, I manage various tournaments.

Mr. Korei, during your time as a sports promotion committee member, what do you feel is the appeal and reward of being a sports promotion committee member?

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I will never forget the joy I felt when I heard voices of joy and smiles from participants through sports activities.I have been moved many times, and I feel both charm and happiness in the experience that only a sports promotion committee member can provide.

Please tell us about what you are putting effort into and what you have devised to hold the 10th Tug of War Exchange Tournament, and how you are involved as a sports promotion committee member.

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Due to the coronavirus pandemic, we judged that we could not take sufficient infection control measures, so we were unable to hold the event for two years.After discussing this with the committee members, we determined that it could be carried out safely, and decided to hold the event.I look forward to seeing the participants, who have been looking forward to the event, working together with their friends to pull the rope, giving it their all, even though it may seem like a simple task.

Lastly, please give a message to the citizens of Tokyo!

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There are approximately XNUMX sports promotion committee members in Tokyo.

We offer a variety of sports that are familiar and easy for Tokyo residents to enjoy.Please give us a shout.We look forward to.

Thank you very much, Korei-san! !

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