World Masters Games 2027 Kansai to Distribute Commemorative Fans at Train Stations on 300-Day Countdown, July 17 (Fri)

The World Masters Games 2021 Kansai Wakayama Prefecture Executive Committee will conduct a 'station-front fan distribution' campaign on Friday, July 17, 2025 (Reiwa 8), at JR Wakayama Station, JR Kii-Tanabe Station, and Nankai Wakayama City Station. The initiative aims to raise awareness and build momentum for the 'World Masters Games 2027 Kansai' (WMG2027 Kansai), scheduled to be held in May 2027 (Reiwa 9), by promoting the event's appeal to commuters, students, and other daily station users.

At JR Wakayama Station, the official event mascot 'Sufura' will make a special appearance to promote the games.

Event Overview

Date and Time

July 17, 2025 (Friday) Distribution begins at 7:30 AM (JST) – ends when supplies run out

Locations

West Exit Plaza, JR Wakayama Station

Front Plaza, JR Kii-Tanabe Station

Front Plaza, Nankai Wakayama City Station

Activities

- Free distribution of original WMG2027 Kansai-designed fans

- Event promotion by the official mascot 'Sufura' at JR Wakayama Station

Background and Purpose

The World Masters Games 2027 Kansai is an international multi-sport event open to sports enthusiasts aged 30 and over from around the world, with diverse competitions planned across the Kansai region. The event is expected to foster international exchange, deepen camaraderie through sports, and contribute to regional revitalization.

This initiative, held on the symbolic 300-day countdown to the opening, aims to bring the WMG2027 Kansai closer to the public by engaging a broad demographic of station users in their everyday environments, enhancing familiarity and excitement ahead of the games.

Visitor Guidelines and Notes

- Fans are available in limited quantities. Distribution is on a first-come, first-served basis at each station and will end once all fans are given out.

- Please be mindful not to obstruct pedestrian traffic when taking photos or videos.

- The event may be modified or canceled in the event of severe weather or disruptions to public transportation.

Inquiries

World Masters Games 2021 Kansai Wakayama Prefecture Executive Committee Secretariat

(Sports Division, Planning and Policy Bureau, Planning Department, Wakayama Prefectural Government)

Email: [email protected]

- Official Website: https://wmg2021wakayama.jp/ - Official SNS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wmgwakayama2021/ X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/wmgwakayama2021