{"id":5423,"date":"2026-06-05T03:06:01","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T18:06:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/?post_type=news&p=5423"},"modified":"2026-06-05T03:10:14","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T18:10:14","slug":"mynavi-japancup-yokosuka-2026-spectator-guide","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/new-and-now\/mynavi-japancup-yokosuka-2026-spectator-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2026 Spectator Guide: Featured Riders, Competition Schedule, and On-site Events"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2026 will be held from Thursday, June 4 to Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Verny Park in Yokosuka City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide introduces featured riders, key points to watch in BMX Freestyle Park and BMX Freestyle Flatland, an overview of the competition schedule, and on-site events including the OFFICIAL BAR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Competition schedules, participating riders, and event details may change. Before visiting, please check the official event website for the latest information.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Before Visiting Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2026 is an official BMX Freestyle competition organized by the Japan Freestyle BMX Federation (JFBF) and co-hosted by Yokosuka City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This will be the fifth Mynavi JapanCup event held in Yokosuka. As in 2025, the venue will be the Ikoi-no-Hiroba area of Verny Park, a waterfront park overlooking Yokosuka Port.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event will feature two disciplines: BMX Freestyle Park and BMX Freestyle Flatland. The Elite categories will be held as UCI Class 1 (C1) events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Admission is free, offering visitors the chance to watch world-class BMX Freestyle competition up close against Yokosuka\u2019s distinctive port-town backdrop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For basic event information and venue access details, please also see the Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2026 event overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For highlights and winners from the 2025 event, please see Looking Back at Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2025<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Featured Riders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2026 will bring together riders from Japan and overseas. The field includes athletes with achievements at World Cup events, World Championships, and X Games, as well as rising riders expected to compete on the international stage in the years ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The official entry lists show the riders entered in each category. Please note that the entry lists do not indicate the actual riding order. Check the start lists and official schedule for the competition order and scheduled times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Park Entry Lists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Check the Park Elite Entry List<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check the Park Challenge Entry List<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flatland Entry Lists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Check the Flatland Elite Entry List<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check the Flatland Challenge Entry List<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Featured BMX Freestyle Park Riders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

BMX Freestyle Park is performed in a competition area with multiple ramps. Highlights include aerial tricks, linked combinations, speed, and the way each rider builds their run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the Women\u2019s Elite category, riders to watch include Rena Shirai, who won the opening round of the 2026 World Cup at FISE Montpellier in her Elite debut; Miharu Ozawa, who won the final round of the 2025 World Cup and remains undefeated in domestic competitions; and Mio Yoshida, who finished second in the final round of the 2025 World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Men\u2019s Elite category will feature riders from Japan and overseas, including Irek Rizaev, who placed sixth at an international sporting event held in Tokyo, as well as Kaede Ozawa and Shoa Matsumoto, who continue to compete internationally. Watch for world-class competition across the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rena Shirai<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Rena Shirai won the opening round of the 2026 World Cup at FISE Montpellier in her Elite debut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She began riding BMX at the age of three after being inspired by her older brother. Her energetic riding, pink-accented style, and distinctive trick selection have attracted attention around the world. Her future performances will be closely watched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Miharu Ozawa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Miharu Ozawa ranked first in Japan in 2025. She placed second at FISE Montpellier, won FISE Sakai, and became the 2025 World Cup series champion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her fearless approach to high-difficulty tricks and the polished structure of her runs are key points to watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mio Yoshida<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Mio Yoshida finished second in the final round of the 2025 World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her performance will be one of the highlights in a highly competitive Women\u2019s Elite field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kaede Ozawa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Kaede Ozawa ranked second in Japan in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After winning the junior category of an international competition in 2019, he continued to gain experience in the Elite category and became a regular presence on domestic podiums. He was selected as an Olympic reserve rider in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch for his speed and dynamic airs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shoa Matsumoto<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Shoa Matsumoto ranked third in Japan in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has won a junior category at an international competition and continues to compete internationally as one of Japan\u2019s rising Park riders. His large airs and attacking run composition are among his strengths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Featured BMX Freestyle Flatland Riders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

BMX Freestyle Flatland is performed on a flat stage. Riders combine balance, rotations, and linked tricks, competing on the flow and originality of their performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the Women\u2019s Elite category, riders to watch include Chiaki Todaka, who won the 2025 World Championships and the opening round of the 2026 World Cup at FISE Montpellier, and Karin Hommura, who won the final round of the 2025 World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the Men\u2019s Elite category, featured riders include Yu Shoji, the 2025 World Cup series champion, and Moto Sasaki, who finished second at X Games Osaka 2025. Watch for the precise control and individuality that define world-class Flatland performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chiaki Todaka<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Chiaki Todaka ranked first in Japan in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She won the 2025 Asian Championships, the 2025 World Championships, and the opening round of the 2026 World Cup at FISE Montpellier. Her delicate control and original performance structure make her one of the leading riders in Women\u2019s Flatland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Karin Hommura<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Karin Hommura ranked third in Japan in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She finished second at both the 2025 Asian Championships and the 2025 World Championships, before winning the final round of the 2025 World Cup at FISE Sakai. Her graceful riding, enhanced by her tall frame and long limbs, is a highlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yu Shoji<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Yu Shoji ranked second in Japan in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He won the 2023 World Championships and became the 2025 World Cup series champion after victories at FISE Montpellier, FISE Shanghai, and FISE Sakai. His smooth combinations and technical precision are key points to watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moto Sasaki<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Moto Sasaki won the 2022 World Championships, finished second at the 2024 World Championships, placed second at X Games Osaka 2025, and won the 2025 Asian Championships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Entering his 23rd year of competition in 2026, he remains one of Japan\u2019s leading BMX Freestyle Flatland riders. His performances reflect years of experience at the highest level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sona Yoshimura<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sona Yoshimura ranked second in Japan in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She placed third at the 2025 Asian Championships and the 2025 World Championships, and became the 2025 World Cup series champion. She is one of the rising riders expected to continue expanding her presence on the international stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Competition Schedule Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2026 will be held from Thursday, June 4 to Sunday, June 7, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All times are approximate. The schedule may change without notice due to weather conditions, operational circumstances, or health and safety concerns such as extreme heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following is a general overview of the competition days. Please check the official schedule page for the latest detailed information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check the Official Competition Schedule<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, June 4<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Official practice sessions will be held, primarily for the Park Challenge categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday, June 5<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Park will feature official practice sessions for the Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s Elite categories, along with Challenge category finals. Flatland will also include official practice sessions for the Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s Elite categories and other sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, June 6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Qualifying rounds for the Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s Elite categories are scheduled in both Park and Flatland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday, June 7<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finals for the Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s Elite categories are scheduled in both Park and Flatland. Flatland Challenge category finals and other sessions are also planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BMX Freestyle Disciplines: Park and Flatland Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

BMX is a cycling sport that is generally considered to have originated on the West Coast of the United States in the early 1970s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BMX Freestyle has developed into several disciplines, including Street, Park, and Flatland, and is enjoyed around the world. Mynavi JapanCup Yokosuka 2026 will feature BMX Freestyle Park and BMX Freestyle Flatland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although both are BMX Freestyle disciplines, the competition areas and key points to watch are very different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BMX Freestyle Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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BMX Freestyle Park is held in a competition area with multiple ramps. Riders move freely through the course within a set time, combining jumps, rotations, aerial tricks, and linked combinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When watching Park, look not only at jump height and trick difficulty, but also at speed, line choice, the way each trick connects to the next, and landing precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BMX Freestyle Flatland<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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BMX Freestyle Flatland is performed on a flat competition area. Riders balance on one wheel, rotate, use footwork, and connect tricks, competing on the flow and originality of their performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike Park, which features large jumps, Flatland is shaped by subtle shifts in balance and the ability to link tricks smoothly without breaking the flow. Watch for the delicate control that makes the bicycle and rider appear to move as one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On-site Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visitors can also enjoy on-site events alongside the BMX Freestyle competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OFFICIAL BAR<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The OFFICIAL BAR will be open at the venue on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Light meals and drinks will be available for purchase. Visitors can also purchase bottled beer featuring a BMX Perry label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visitors who complete the event questionnaire will receive a \u00a5100 discount coupon that can be used at the OFFICIAL BAR. A total of 300 coupons will be available across the two days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates:<\/strong> Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7
Hours:<\/strong> 10:00 a.m. \u2013 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opening hours and items for sale may change without notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mynavi Booth: Make a \u201cDream Keychain\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The Mynavi booth will offer an interactive activity where visitors can write down a personal dream and place it inside an original keychain. The finished keychain offers a small, tangible reminder of a goal they hope to achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Date:<\/strong> Sunday, June 7
Participation:<\/strong> Free
Location:<\/strong> In front of the Flatland venue<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points to Check Before Visiting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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