The 35‑Day Walk Challenge

April 3, 2026

Celebrating 35 Years of Giving Back

Chubu Walkathon 2026 | Meijo Park, Nagoya | May 24


To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Chubu Walkathon, we invite you to take part in our special 35‑Day Walk Challenge - a fun, inclusive way to stay active while supporting people and communities who need it most.

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The Challenge

  • Walk at least 3,500 steps every day
  • For 35 consecutive days
  • From April 19 to May 23, 2026
  • Finish strong and see you at the Chubu Walkathon on May 24th at Meijo Park

Track Your Progress

Use your smartphone, smartwatch, or pedometer - every step counts. Use the 35‑Day Walk Challenge Calendar to:

  • Record your daily step count
  • Mark off each completed day
  • Bring your completed calendar to the event on May 24 for a chance to receive a special prize.
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Get Sponsored & Make an Impact

Ask friends, family, colleagues, or companies to sponsor your challenge. Any donation amount is welcome and appreciated.


Example sponsorships:


  • ¥500 to complete the challenge
  • ¥1,000 to complete the challenge
  • Or any amount your sponsor chooses to donate


Sponsorship helps motivate you to reach your goal - and supports the charitable causes funded by the Chubu Walkathon.

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How to Submit Your Donations

If you are attending the event on May 24:

  • Please collect sponsorship donations in cash before the event
  • Bring the cash with you to Meijo Park on May 24th
  • Donate it directly at the Chubu Walkathon 

If you cannot attend the event but still want to participate

  • You can bank transfer any sponsorship money you raised
  • Please transfer funds to the account listed below:

Bank name: MUFG Bank 三菱UFJ銀行 (0005)

Branch: Ootsumachi Branch 大津町支店 (203)

Account type: Ordinary Account 普通

Account number: 1487399

Account name: ザイニチベイコクショウコウカイギショチュウブシブ

(Please include "your name 35" in the transfer reference.)


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Announcing the winner of the 2026 Chubu Walkathon T-shirt design contest.
Flyer to attract Marche vendors to an event
2026年3月5日
The Chubu Walkathon is seeking Marche Vendors (handicrafts, farm-fresh veggies, baked goods, etc.) to participate in our community at this always exciting, international festival.
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By Walkie Walrus 2025年12月15日
The Walkathon Committee members gather once or twice a month to put together this big event to be held on May 24th, 2026. We are always looking for more volunteers to help out with the planning and smooth flow on the day.
A group of people standing on a stage in front of a sign that says walkathon.
By Nao Geisler 2025年5月19日
Message from the 2025 Walkathon Committee Chair.
A man and a woman are holding a child in front of a Walkathon banner.
By Bruce McCaughan 2025年5月15日
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James Hedden
By Walkie Walrus 2025年5月9日
James Hedden is a long-time legend in the Chubu Community who has been involved with the Walkathon since he arrived in the area in the early part of the century. James leads very effectively, but he's not one to merely accept the position and receive the accolades.
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A person in a dark Puma hoodie holds a white flyer for a
2026年3月26日
Announcing the winner of the 2026 Chubu Walkathon T-shirt design contest.
Flyer to attract Marche vendors to an event
2026年3月5日
The Chubu Walkathon is seeking Marche Vendors (handicrafts, farm-fresh veggies, baked goods, etc.) to participate in our community at this always exciting, international festival.
A group of people are sitting around a table with laptops.
By Walkie Walrus 2025年12月15日
The Walkathon Committee members gather once or twice a month to put together this big event to be held on May 24th, 2026. We are always looking for more volunteers to help out with the planning and smooth flow on the day.
A group of people standing on a stage in front of a sign that says walkathon.
By Nao Geisler 2025年5月19日
Message from the 2025 Walkathon Committee Chair.
A man and a woman are holding a child in front of a Walkathon banner.
By Bruce McCaughan 2025年5月15日
Thanks to the generosity of our gracious sponsors, we have managed to gather quite the cache of fabulous raffle prizes for the 34th Chubu Walkathon!
James Hedden
By Walkie Walrus 2025年5月9日
James Hedden is a long-time legend in the Chubu Community who has been involved with the Walkathon since he arrived in the area in the early part of the century. James leads very effectively, but he's not one to merely accept the position and receive the accolades.
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