Bring your human-powered boat
Sabani, wooden and fiberglass boats are welcome. Each team brings its own boat for an approximately 2 km straight-line course.
HA-RI OKINAWAEntry
THE WORLD GATHERS. THE OCEAN CELEBRATES.
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPTHE WORLD'S BEST
GLOBALHA-RIOKINAWA
Paddle out with your team.
A 2 km race connecting Nishihara and Yonabaru.
2026.11.29 SUN09:00 START (TENTATIVE)
GRAND PRIZE¥1MILLIONWHO WILL TAKE ON THE WORLD?
ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
Okinawan tradition,
open to the world.
Ha-ri is an Okinawan tradition that gives thanks for the sea and prays for safe voyages and a rich catch. Carrying that spirit forward, this new international ocean sports festival welcomes challengers from every region and country.
More than a race, it brings together music, food, ocean culture and international exchange. From Okinawa's waters, let us create a new tradition together.
THE RACE
Human power. Open ocean.
START
Nishihara Kirakira Beach
2KM
GOALYonabaru Marina
A crew of 12
Ten paddlers, one steersperson and one drummer. Up to 15 participants may be registered, including reserves.
Safety comes first
Life jackets are required throughout the race. Pre-race training and boat safety checks apply, and conditions determine whether racing proceeds.
Competition rules and participation requirements are governed by the official Japanese competition guide. Please check the latest information before entering.
MORE THAN A RACE
A full day on Okinawa's coast.
Powerful racing
Top teams from Japan and overseas meet in a thrilling ocean contest.
Stage events
Music, Eisa and dance fill the stage with Okinawan energy.
Food & market
Food trucks and local products bring great flavors and festival fun.
Ocean culture
Ha-ri experiences and learning events connect the sea, culture and the next generation.
After-party
Racers and spectators celebrate together after the finish.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Event day
Sunday, November 29, 2026 (tentative)
Nishihara Kirakira Beach / Yonabaru Marina
Registration opens / Boat arrival
Captains' meeting
Opening ceremony
Race start
Racing scheduled to finish
Awards ceremony
After-party & stage events
Event closes
ENTRY
Paddle out to the world.
Entry deadline October 31, 202611:59 PM Japan timePer team ¥25,000Insurance included (planned)Team 10 paddlers · 1 steersperson · 1 drummerUp to 15 registered (tentative)
Please read the competition guide and safety requirements before a team representative submits the application with every member's consent.
CONTACT
Contact us
For questions about international participation and entry, please contact us by email.
GLOBAL HA-RI OKINAWA Executive Committee
Sea Engineering Okinawa