{"id":64961,"date":"2025-10-10T16:36:07","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T07:36:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portal.hokuryu.info\/?p=64961"},"modified":"2025-10-14T15:40:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T06:40:34","slug":"%e3%81%91%e3%82%93%e7%8e%89%e3%81%8c%e7%b4%a1%e3%81%90%e3%80%81%e4%b8%96%e4%bb%a3%e3%82%92%e8%b6%85%e3%81%88%e3%81%9f%e7%ac%91%e9%a1%94%e3%81%ae%e8%bc%aa%e3%80%8c%e5%8c%97%e7%ab%9c%e3%81%91%e3%82%93","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/portal.hokuryu.info\/en\/64961\/","title":{"rendered":"Kendama brings smiles to people of all ages at the Hokuryu Kendama Club 4th Anniversary Tournament"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Wednesday, October 8, 2025<\/p>\n<div class=\"ep-box es-BpaperRight es-grid bgc-VPsky\">On Tuesday, September 30th, the Hokuryu Kendama Club held its 4th anniversary tournament. Around 50 people, from children to adults, gathered at the venue, filled with enthusiastic cheers and cheers. Regardless of age or skill level, everyone heartily praised each other&#039;s challenges and shared their joy together. The circle of warm smiles was a perfect example of the &quot;spirit of harmony&quot; and &quot;compassion&quot; that Hokuryu Town has nurtured.<\/div>\n<h2>Kendama brings smiles to people of all ages: &quot;Hokuryu Kendama Club 4th Anniversary Tournament 2025&quot;<\/h2>\n<p>The Hokuryu Kendama Club 4th Anniversary Tournament, sponsored by the Hokuryu Kendama Club (Representative: Kishi Naoki), was held on Tuesday, September 30th from 6:00 PM in the large hall on the second floor of the Hokuryu Town Community Center.<\/p>\n<p>Approximately 50 people gathered, including Kendama Club members and their families! From children to adults, everyone was a star on this day. With fun and serious looks, warm interactions were taking place across generations.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipOZJ67696-eFFwetZ2yXrPgF6UHjXnbVpYdTzo?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczO2kk9CspVxOXFsNWrCkRLPVyV53Tdun_sBGroM2Ge40mdT_zFcjfZBCUtRHjBUPRZncTROdmuRnM3cv124UYreeaxh8TNw_X_xql6Cv8ff1hBj2x08XtMIQDXsDLEEbsGeFzrPJAl2RRKO45Yet4G3=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Hokuryu Kendama Club 4th Anniversary Tournament 2025\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hokuryu Kendama Club 4th Anniversary Tournament 2025<br \/><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Opening remarks expressing hope for the future<\/h3>\n<h4>Message from President Naoki Kishi<\/h4>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipOd8dvfn1CFqL6LfJ4sqBRrdfS4vEMl8KIcmdA?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMyteXsDSaMHP2HqgU1itH_xZtDKILyMAMuQOvhgeRNGq9wckQi3Rtfgd13Bcs40BWTsziOoe7WAEzBkkhb1OLiqluQ8CFzhMLiCVk8GeNkK3fMKHXQdM1NgiZ7wBlW68LvDgjgCKFr15EzjCrxymwO=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Greetings from Representative Kishi\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Greetings from Representative Kishi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&quot;This time, we&#039;re celebrating our 4th anniversary. Everyone has a chance to win a gorgeous Kendama, so everyone is excited! There will also be impressive shields, so do your best to aim for them!&quot;<\/p>\n<h4>Greetings from Masateru Akamatsu (John)<\/h4>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipOVJTwK_XiEsh_9YGa8Z-wYWAG1LG0kTljkBe0?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOCRYySx5FW7zShzf9PnVQJmyLK4uIQ0ht5ZHvAMVlMhZJgWq8E4VtSo1_ouiSoR7Z5XE144Is0gQjU2AszkaIHIFaCCf62ikwUbMMAguJeaWf6__wrToOtdsw6uM_JBEHATGvRw5sSzyN9iX_2mhyb=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Greetings from Masateru Akamatsu (John)\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Greetings from Masateru Akamatsu (John)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&quot;Good evening everyone!<br \/>\nThose who practiced! --- (&quot;Yes! Yes! Yes!&quot; energetic voices echoed throughout the venue!)<\/p>\n<p>This year marks the fourth year, so whether you&#039;ve practiced or not, I hope you&#039;ll give it your all and leave no regrets! It may be difficult, but don&#039;t be nervous and do your best to show your true abilities and get your hands on some great prizes! Have fun! Thank you!&quot;<\/p>\n<h3>A heated competition where skill and heart intersect<\/h3>\n<p>The competition will be divided into three groups based on level.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Himawari Group<\/li>\n<li>Dragon Group<\/li>\n<li>Special Group<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipMUd_06QYhL-3EL6p54EPL6HM3bWfXVDcFmVcI?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczM6x3igfKHs820Vw5Af3CYM_WnfmkAIMnUGC6Xo3rnGnmq5_ogfx7lwSJQCk4l9QOR8Fi9fPmug2s-BiDthAoye8mnynbzkH38p_lzfOQ6Z_ZRQEUSL96JbTOEFlS4ngOw2OBG5kVbVjZtIFdXQYEcu=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Split into 3 groups!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Split into 3 groups!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipPtkdhRYbDcH_XDMvPOrkZ9jlKbRezYp9wk3f0?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMD5-uVOMp1QJuidM32hLfDcWYDgBK0azgOCF-IHDm893OB4xiO8OgaZAJCgyOFvbA9FavxEgzlloadAQTBRu9nbyyHsgeMJ6_5IonCSCIkTFXGRVQyJbporv_WJey45O9Ompq_puYWJ1Kwk-K1LWbg=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Trick list with points awarded for each trick\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Trick list with points awarded for each trick<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The &quot;Sunflower&quot; group had one minute, and the &quot;Dragon&quot; group had one minute and 30 seconds to perform their special moves. Points were awarded based on the difficulty of the moves and the number of times they were successful.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipNS0WGj0tK52oaHeAL9r7ELyV8Wf_zQWlDAcZw?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMk-EiPW8Cl-Q6LkkzR7WD813mXUTNtnMzGPwQy7I4NfIDZILAKkycA7VZIQJ49uy_voXf7H73hMy5YYWhIDHy13ku6TJLkNrsuEQg8EKhTmG6fmMhkq4m3Gv4unSsSfLG945CxZRqyDbDsBBTlpFyQ=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Show off your special skills!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Show off your special skills!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipPc6n8zXdrQ4YKxO5iO3Zn4AG1-AQbAQRQku7s?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczM3vJJU95fqG0VNK9YQzzQuG4qiDgeTsARygBCZKbO7GkhvUwjLnvG0k1fdVZWn7yxT4r4zy2Np5IOFB8u8SXCosZs87b_Fys5fsLz3nFOx66c_MbCnmiPywz4cDII3LMixNmV6405K1bdmnK2Y-E9k=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Calm down! Seriously!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Calm down! Seriously!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipPBomzLkktIlinVBZ7XtmKRotPV4wp-vtyoMKM?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMDKjO339gWrJ44uTJCssn3xKDPDJ2JMife1yp4UsFhEGYmGzVM6tosA_ME9ZdFR69VE7p3Afx9FXhmYr_RBMYEVhgyUVlExoteyM9bkqztokUTOSAXm021KOcDcFPB_RUV3nbgkHJH7pzg5FhYVK4m=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"nice!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">nice!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The pleasant sound of the kendama echoed through the venue. People&#039;s gazes were fixed on one spot with serious intentness. The moment a trick was executed, thunderous applause and cheers erupted. The warm cheers of &quot;Nice!&quot; and &quot;Go for it!&quot; seemed to gently encourage all those taking on the challenge.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipPia-eiiWgF8NjZBdwhMgQ0y6YVt8PFRORIL7k?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczO-DFt9QzubuEqjR5r7uwMrnOYjk52UEgWIB9Rk6gv78wPjHkg80q1I4vNT0H5kx6cxQM6YbzcVN5QHMtmIHWVjEQ9Gow2joCFlRs7mVmjcL4wTK2IJY9AO9chmdP9xt8UdnOhhb00D4l1oV7ANaQ8V=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Nice clear!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nice clear!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipOj3aTqG8kyRBBgByRhr-dCUGw8t4vYMNSPAj8?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczML2IY9nIfIST076tMFWwBrjYmNXjRiYfD7k3K1CboeRn3op1m3I5xxDial18PCkQtSPF_XWu2qz1FYLWLH32Vi43I_VG5N-zAz0gr848flzmchL8KI8uQ0B_r67Kk6lxvOnn6LEV9iaDQfxpbOrY5b=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"GO! GO!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">GO! GO!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipPB2smIDlvBBkZO-vUq5JugvP_RBVJcS1HXk4U?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMZrcmfZMOQjezllAMl3bz57GAsJIMiNdz850aTKm8cJmRqEY8t4lLTCPk-Xpt2e3_RuLYAWM7ZgaufLPD9RlQ01qoYWfAUG8qnDkeTls_FeE3E8kmP6KLwkYo-vL5kK9SuThLjGilFfsg5gpneyWOl=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Masterful technique! One!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Masterful technique! One!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It was not just a competition, but a heartfelt exchange in which players recognized each other&#039;s efforts and shared the joy of success. Every play shone brilliantly, from the skilled techniques of veteran players to the earnest efforts of children.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipOZP35ELaEUhv_miplzIR3vZytEUZM6wIfpie0?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPVb_CVpJgrrwK5HFaaHmn6lz0P8jLxjRWODOKsiAfkLT49zq_X33k1rnB92T5NWEgcYLCpqrWs8dISjMe2wKec01TCsSaB2FAwDIEHK82qiOgY3VGQPnSwiQutmpfqU9gFtWktB1gKqElm-ParMlt9=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Veteran technique! John-san!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Veteran technique! John-san!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Exciting Bingo Game<\/h3>\n<p>The tournament concluded with the much-anticipated bingo game! The excitement in the venue reached a fever pitch. And, to top it all off, all participants were given a luxurious Kendama as a prize in a lottery.<\/p>\n<p>With their amazing kendama in hand, the children and adults were beaming with smiles. Winning or losing, or age, didn&#039;t matter. Everyone here was the star of the day, the winner. The most amazing smiles were in full bloom all over the venue.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipN7P_fJqE9Qhv9e2BlDrOJAvxCVNIh-UhTZKlE?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczM5tIH1NvRx6n7EsFb_yfQssP9DY1KlsSZ7scEOkVwhD7ZiCdxu32BB9-xjnOtjAI7qEcHr9FfhAonN54VciybVqcqSfBZdDZf8L0SvpIcuhqS4VzPiGY69N2GWR1LDdhj-AJusI3zIy1aqJvvLVIgz=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Bingo game\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bingo game<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipPAlAR6aeJNL1fzZi5iSCXRtvS6B8hH61twHQ8?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczM4LqCdclm65MrgTKQDWKDiVN680ZQ062BNlnjrhdBrjYvIElneP1YxUXuerQc-hweIw-X80N4HvHrgPcwcxIz4ne5VxLT8aHjS8OOibBuyUqPKNeJRzy5JchXWByKz2ZtQDJ9kq_wEddo0Q3weD8yv=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"reach?!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">reach?!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Get a Kendama!<\/h4>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipO8OpzUhtUepNBAoGSmNN4nFBTGJPeUc95KrU8?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPvHqQAeauVBGPWyCu64u3VeD2bLV-4VgWNEeylpe9AJuTklJ2m_9mrmDJLynBZ_tfkjS_W1sySOS6GIs8snrE_OqWncVfvgaOtazbv5gjsQXMWXUYRJmJxvfDScrzWiSvC6R5dxLUsRm-VaStUNj7u=w1172-h1606-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Get a Kendama!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipOwU4KIaPnVCiCXppUf8hJ9ASaJOK3Bm9kOMOg?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPMPHu6QJ2a8PSZKfrw8ku2CD4a5xnT6j8PB8FuFU5d8RVwkFa4whQPKxe381d5OgcGMSGQF3KXUoYNiiw91y0bpldOYvz85h5wMJErF6eCL2tXMQp4D0wDavjohDwnenNBbnPhtB_D7aLLnHlhieym=w1164-h1184-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Get a Kendama!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Get a Kendama!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Award Ceremony<\/h3>\n<p>As a result of the competition, the winners, second place and third place winners were awarded luxurious special shields, in descending order of points. In addition, Icchan received a special prize of Hokuryu Town specialties, including sunflower oil and Kurosengoku instant curry. Congratulations!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipOIU7W6TH0DQEoQLQUgsmPl_XkjG3sw1wWAxJU?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczOmNe1iWi6JIXobjpm26rYMrcx354mJDQAkUbLUebh9Uu_VlFPJEepMwc8q04P5JNymha_o0Rti_mXeJZu0SykOrYP8dHHCE4uUgjRfuWU7gCAunA5JrLh5CBUs1f6Z9myLacqGERQSyECLY9HVsAdg=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Icchan, special award!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Icchan, special award!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipNwc5mF74h7j84pDf1XC2azijVhQwa3FShhDJc?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMjGleiBh_sZKH0V83k0NpNNxQW1uvdCZoDxbZkMQBYbt9cyuIdEXNuGJY2JTaSZye5eK6swWX8f6wc2N3JWAGPobuSHnVxm-rnagbzADm71T9XUMMhJZW9IivZYSLkBopIV0ifwUvygy_IMJ8Dc64K=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A magnificent shield, luxurious prizes, and Kendama\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A magnificent shield, luxurious prizes, and Kendama<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipNRwQAzxrmJCgaSQtwMme7Fsv-FlGinC0aXeBY?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczM9kEPOIBkBK94AdheJO444Fr3t6OFMyhJgQn8vIYEXhXGhunfH8iavZXjPif3Mx_sTkqpSjZ2lkqxZOl8vcncDEh2M5qNfuACewI5Q3vX_V5VoIyMD3P9cFqG_wHUxXkV5uFEziiBN6_0O85iCHkc2=w2000-h1500-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Results table\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Results table<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Congratulations!<\/h4>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipNhDfgUX9VUDB_H8xHUKIHefHCgiXCYK8KXf-s?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczPiihyGI8aE0AttB76OVRYuI7NCazPA2-9BrQlshuHii2aocTI29TWWZWQsAfO4LDp8VY-GCJ3Vps6szm4vPAQwgSDVVSwlf6X3SwbpQiJfH-BUTd2vYhQ6EO5pYDankpKxJBQUTOvvlh9tSgRsMR2D=w1950-h1658-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"Congratulations! [From top to bottom: Winner, 2nd place, 3rd place] Left: Sunflower Right: Dragon\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Congratulations! [From top to bottom: Winner, 2nd place, 3rd place] Left: Sunflower Right: Dragon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>The joy of sharing, the connection of hearts<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipOw6hZ4R1KdA7tkesh8XNJ3oV-NNqXKLUWDwo4?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMrCBltTo8ScCSi0Ko3FSlvUbwm3Bxku8QY1ogDbeMusqb-L7vY8Ojul7I1KPvmkvcdPMDHypMX5t88QJ3mpbO5CK82D_06c_KZzXGJ9hNrsyokJvtZUbr3yB7-mviTSHZfKpLb2AmfWdpmTcvzwzmR=w2000-h1125-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" alt=\"John&#039;s closing words\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">John&#039;s closing words<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After John&#039;s heartwarming closing remarks, everyone took a commemorative photo. Each photo was filled with a sense of accomplishment and bright smiles of pure enjoyment from the game.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.google.com\/share\/AF1QipPtDW2Pf7ACg1pqztTKuUnniXESS3-udKEiZ-BKK1hv5Le0viji_80mIwK6dWRA4Q\/photo\/AF1QipPuRaYXSNKTEYUzGFWa5VKqT2esYokByambmNo?key=ZUc1TTZYWC1NTXNqdHVJempxRTV1Njh1N0J5WXF3\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pw\/AP1GczMnwDqR3ASHE7zXm4QSGLrg5IYv0DQ-r3IHqVMRjWdS1Mc6lQWDWZS6CyuEovMqfG-U9N-qttwa7KNq93QvNKFC4EChCdE7FU1LMvvUZvZskJaJQdXqCl10lh5JDJ1ZvQgB1sn1fnh7P2AMxBPYIGva=w2000-h1333-s-no-gm?authuser=0\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Happy 4th anniversary!\" class=\"size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Happy 4th anniversary!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Adults and children alike laughed and shared their hearts, a heartwarming scene that taught us something modern society seems to have forgotten: the true richness of human connections. We send our boundless love, gratitude, and prayers to the circle of smiling faces of this wonderful Hokuryu Kendama Club...<\/p>\n<h2>YouTube videos<\/h2>\n<div class=\"youtube\"><iframe title=\"Kendama brings smiles to people of all ages at the Hokuryu Kendama Club 4th Anniversary Tournament\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2iEZfvCIrJE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2>Other photos<\/h2>\n<div class=\"img-move\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"vertical-align: middle;\" src=\"https:\/\/ehokkaido.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/2021-12-06-11.41.12.png\" \/> <a href=\"https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/sg2d3ykBJL1akESq9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photos (105 photos) from Hokuryu Kendama Club 4th Anniversary Tournament 2025 are here &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Related articles<\/h2>\n\n        <div class=\"site-blogcard-premium\">\n            <div class=\"bc-label-custom\">Related articles<\/div>\n            <div class=\"bc-flex-container\">\n                <div class=\"bc-main-text\">\n                    <div class=\"bc-title-link-box\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.hokuryu.info\/en\/category\/group\/kendama\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hokuryu Kendama Club (Category)<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"bc-excerpt-box\">We are a kendama club based in Hokuryu Town, Hokkaido. 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