“Tsunafes” Event Showcases Competitive Tug-of-War in Isesaki.

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By AI from "Isesaki FM."

On the 13th, the "2025 Tsuna Festival: Pull It! Tug-of-War School," an event to promote the appeal of tug-of-war as a sport, was held in Isesaki City. Approximately 30 people, mostly elementary and junior high school students, participated, receiving direct instruction from instructors from the Japan Tug-of-War Federation and team members with national championship experience. Participants enthusiastically learned the fundamentals of winning, such as how to hold the rope, proper posture, and how to pull using their hips. The following day, on the 14th, the 28th East Japan Tug-of-War Championship was held at the same venue, providing two days of up-close experience of the thrill of tug-of-war as a sport.