The 20th Kozagawa Clean-Up Operation

The 20th Kozagawa Clean-Up Operation

A popular event that protects the beloved clear streamKozagawa Riverwhile paddling down it by canoe:the "20th Kozagawa Clean-Up Operation". A special day unique to the Kozagawa, where you can take part in environmental conservation while enjoying the great outdoors up close.

This event draws many participants every year and is also recommended for beginners and families. Come experience the comfort of nature, the fun of paddling down the river and the joy of passing the community's precious landscape on to the future.

Event overview

  • Date:Saturday, May 30, 2026
  • Participants:Up to 100 (limited capacity)
  • Fee:Adults: 2,000 yen / Elementary school students and younger: 1,500 yen
  • Booking deadline:Monday, May 25, 2026
  • Meeting place:Sora-Miru bus-only parking lot
  • Finish point:Below the Space Contact Hall

Schedule

Time Program 8:00 Reception: Sora-Miru bus-only parking lot
(Parking: former Koza Branch Office and other lots) 8:30 Depart for Tsurugawa Bridge (by bus) 9:30 Opening ceremony and start 11:30 Collecting trash at Shojomine 12:30 Finish (below the Space Contact Hall) 13:00 Trash sorting, then closing ceremony 13:30 Disband

Entry fee

  • Adults:2,000 yen
  • Elementary school students and younger:1,500 yen
  • The fee includes 1,000 yen of the local coupon "Kii PAY", insurance, and transport to the start point.
  • If you rent a canoe, an additional 2,500 yen per person is required.
  • Participants who bring their own canoe are asked to transport it themselves.
    (Inquiries: Nanki-Kushimoto Tourism Association Koza, TEL 0735-72-0645)
  • Beginners need not worry, as instructors will accompany you.

Joining

  • Booking deadline:Monday, May 25, Reiwa 8 (2026)
  • Registration may close before the deadline if capacity is reached.
  • Apply to:Nanki-Kushimoto Tourism Association Koza, TEL: 0735-72-0645
  • Please provide name, address, age, date of birth and contact information (a roster for groups).

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