第34回 町制施行70周年記念 2026 奄美シーカヤックマラソン IN 加計呂麻大会

The Amami Sea Kayak Marathon Race in Kakeroma is presented as one of Japan's largest sea kayak events, staged in the scenic Oshima Strait between Amami Oshima and Kakeroma Island. Based around Koniya Port on Amami Oshima, the race sends paddlers across the strait toward checkpoints on the Kakeroma Island side before returning to the port area. The event draws participants not only from the local community but also from across Japan, combining open-water paddling with the distinctive island setting of Setouchi in Kagoshima Prefecture. The source describes the event as more than a competition: participants encounter local people at the Kakeroma checkpoints, and the post-race celebration features island songs, hula dance, and guest live performances. Together, the sea crossing, island hospitality, and festival atmosphere make it a major summer event for Amami.