Japan Lifesaving Association and Nippon Foundation hold a water safety program from June 27 to August 5, 2026, at Canoe Slalom Centre, Tokyo, to teach accident prevention through simulated flows.
The Japan Lifesaving Association (JLA), in cooperation with The Nippon Foundation's "Umi no Sonae Project," will host the experiential safety education program "Kanusura de Umi Sonae!" for 10 sessions from June 27 to August 5, 2026. Held at the Canoe Slalom Centre in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo—a venue built for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics—the program targets individuals in the 3rd grade or above (elementary and junior high students require guardians). It aims to teach preventative water safety behaviors through simulated currents. Under expert guidance, participants learn essential skills such as proper life jacket use, floating methods, survival swimming, body rotation, and falling into water. Additionally, they will experience rip currents and enjoy rafting on Japan's first artificial canoe course. A special "Yogasura" night yoga session will be held on the opening day, June 27, targeting high schoolers and above. The participation fee is 1,000 yen per person, plus a 180 yen system fee. JLA emphasizes that water accidents are preventable with proper knowledge, encouraging families and friends to build safety awareness in a controlled, risk-free environment. Participants will receive a certificate and an original clear folder upon completion.
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FAQ
What kind of event is 'Kanusura de Umi Sonae!'?
It is a hands-on safety education program designed to prevent water accidents, allowing participants to learn through experience in Japan's only environment that replicates sea and river currents (Canoe Slalom Centre).
When and where will the event be held?
It will be held 10 times in total from June 27 (Sat) to August 5 (Wed), 2026, at the Canoe Slalom Centre (6-1-1 Rinkaicho, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo).
Who is eligible to participate and how much is the fee?
The program is for children in the 3rd grade of elementary school and older (elementary/junior high students must be accompanied by a guardian; high school students and older can join alone). The fee is 1,000 yen per person, plus a 180 yen system fee at the time of application.
What specific activities are included in the program?
It includes sea safety programs (proper life jacket usage, floating, rip current and falling-into-water simulations), rafting experiences on the artificial course, and a special night yoga program 'Yogasura' on June 27.
How can I apply for the event?
You can apply through Ticket Dive. For Family Day (3rd grade and older): https://ticketdive.com/event/t2fh2hIPO1HQWDW6IO2a, or for Night Yoga Day (high school and older): https://ticketdive.com/event/s5Fx6QwO7mtHwy8mTHhL.