The Karate Tourism Development Project "Hospitality Support Program"

Okinawa Dento Karatedo Shinkokai (hereinafter referred to as "Shinkokai"), a legally registered general incorporated association, shall promote "Karate Tourism" by utilizing Okinawa Karate as a cultural tourism resource. Also, in order to establish and strengthen a system for accommodating karate enthusiasts and tourists from Japan and overseas, the Shinkokai shall implement a "Hospitality Support Program".




※Each item will be conducted only once per organization.

Application Process

■Period covered
 July 15, 2024 - January 31, 2025


■Target Conditions
The following conditions must be met.

Groups of 10 or more people coming to Okinawa for the purpose of karate
Those staying at accommodation facilities in Okinawa Prefecture

■ Implementation Guidelines
>>Please check this PDF.

■Documents to be submitted
Please apply by 30 days (including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) prior to the scheduled date of the event using the following dedicated form posted on the website of Shinkokai.

(1) Hospitality Support Program Application Form (Form No. 1)
(2) Hospitality Support Program Arrangement Confirmation Form (Form No. 2)
> Click here for the application form.
(3) List of Participants (Form No. 3)
>>Please download and fill out this list of participants (Excel) and send it to the following e-mail address.

■Documents to be submitted for change of application
Hospitality Support Program Withdrawal Form (Form No. 4)
Amendment of Application Content Form of the Support Program (Form No. 5)



For inquiries, please contact
Okinawa Traditional Karatedo Promotion Association
Tetsuya Midorikawa
E-mail: hospitality@odks.jp