We extend our deepest condolences to the victims of the earthquake in Kumamoto and our sympathies to all those affected.
We send our heartfelt aloha to everyone affected, with hopes for their safety, and for the strength, resilience, and spirit of kōkua to carry their communities through recovery and rebuilding.
The 5th JOCA Cup was successfully held at Zushi Beach on May 23–24, 2026.Blessed with great weather, paddlers from Japan and overseas gathered for two exciting days of racing, sharing their passion, speed, and true va‘a spirit.Thank you to all paddlers, supporters, sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who helped make this event possible.
The one with an elongated hull and a laterally protruding outrigger for balance is called an "Outrigger Canoe.
Originally, the islands of the Pacific Ocean had a lot of canoe competition with religious significance. Each island and village had strong young people, prayed for their ancestors, and prayed for a good harvest in the outrigger canoe competition.
