JAPAN
WINTER CAMP
2026

GINGA

A winter football camp to learn the Japanese art of ginga. 4 days at Mt. Fuji.

DECEMBER 21 – 24, 2026 · MT. FUJI, JAPAN

AGES 9 – 15 · 20 PLACES

LIMITED TO 20 PLAYERS · FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED
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AT A GLANCE
Camp Overview
DatesDecember 21 (Mon) – 24 (Thu), 2026
Length3 nights / 4 days
VenueResidential sports center at the foot of Mt. Fuji (pitches and lodging on site)
Who can joinBoys and girls, ages 9–15 (age as of December 21, 2026)
GroupsU-12 (ages 9–12) and U-15 (ages 13–15), coached separately
Places20 players, first come first served
LevelAll levels welcome
LanguageJapanese coaches with English support

The exact venue name and meeting point are sent with your confirmation.

PHILOSOPHY
Why Japanese Ginga

Ginga was born in Brazil, but in Japan it became a teachable method.

In Brazil, ginga is absorbed on the street over years. Generations of Japanese youth coaches studied it, broke it into steps, and refined it into a system: body rhythm, upper-body feints, first touch and changes of pace, trained in a fixed progression.

That is why it can be learned in a short camp. Players leave with drills they can repeat at home every day, not just a memory of a fun week.

TRAINING
What Players Work On
Body rhythm and footwork that unbalances defenders
Feints and body swerves in 1v1
Close control in tight spaces
Changes of pace and direction with the ball
Applying it all in small-sided games
DAILY PLAN
Daily Schedule

Two sessions a day, about 4 hours on the pitch. Morning training starts at 10:00, after the winter frost lifts.

7:30Breakfast
8:30 – 9:30Mobility, ball mastery indoors
10:00 – 12:00Session 1: ginga technique
12:00Lunch and rest
14:30 – 16:30Session 2: 1v1 and small-sided games
18:30Dinner
19:30 – 21:00Free time, Japanese culture exchange
21:30Lights out

Day 1: meet at Shinjuku Station at 9:00, arriving at the camp around midday. Day 4: depart after lunch, back at Shinjuku Station around 16:00.

GETTING THERE
Travel

Meeting and drop-off

  • Day 1: meet at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo, at 9:00. Players travel to the camp with our staff.
  • Day 4: back at Shinjuku Station around 16:00.
  • Players may also come directly to the venue. Details are sent 2 weeks before the camp.

From overseas

Airport transfers from Haneda or Narita are available as a paid option. Please ask when you apply.

DAILY LIFE
Accommodation & Daily Life
  • Rooms: shared rooms of 4–6 players of a similar age, separated by gender
  • Meals: allergies, halal and vegetarian diets can be accommodated if told in advance
  • Weather: the venue is about 900 m above sea level. Mornings are below freezing, so warm clothing is essential.
  • Phones: allowed during free time only. Players can contact parents before dinner.

What to bring

  • Football boots and turf/training shoes
  • Shin guards and long football socks
  • Training wear for 4 days, plus a warm jacket, gloves, hat and thermal layers
  • Rain jacket
  • Water bottle, toiletries, towel
  • Passport or insurance card copy

Footballs are provided.

SAFETY
Safety & Rules

Injury and illness

If a player is injured or unwell, our staff take them to a nearby clinic or hospital and contact parents immediately.

Insurance

  • Players living in Japan are covered by sports insurance arranged by us.
  • Players from overseas must have travel insurance that covers sports injuries, and send proof before the camp.

Required documents

  • Copy of passport (overseas) or health insurance card (Japan)
  • Proof of travel insurance covering sports injuries (overseas players)

Documents will be requested by email after your application is confirmed.

Code of conduct

  • Respect for coaches, staff and teammates is required at all times.
  • Serious or repeated breaches of the rules: we contact parents, and the player may be sent home at the family's cost.

Parents

Parents cannot stay at the venue or watch training during the camp. They are welcome to watch the final session on Day 4.

PRICING
Price

Included

  • 3 nights' accommodation at the venue
  • All meals (9 meals, Day 1 lunch to Day 4 lunch)
  • All coaching and ginga sessions
  • Staff supervision 24 hours a day
  • Skill tests on Day 1 and Day 4
  • Individual player evaluation (PDF) and certificate of completion
  • Sports insurance for Japan residents

Not included

  • Travel to and from the meeting point (flights, trains)
  • Travel insurance (required for players from overseas)
  • Personal spending money
TERMS
Payment & Cancellation

Payment

  • Full payment within 7 days of receiving your invoice
  • Credit card (Stripe) or bank transfer
  • Application deadline: December 7, 2026, or when 20 places are filled

Minimum numbers

The camp runs with a minimum of 8 players. We confirm on December 1, 2026. If the camp does not run, you receive a full refund.

Cancellation by the participant

  • 30 days or more before the camp: full refund
  • 14–29 days before: 50% refund
  • Less than 14 days before: no refund
COACHING STAFF
Coaches

Ginga sessions are led by a specialist coach (to be announced). Camp operations and overall program direction are managed by:

Ryunosuke Goto
Camp Director

Ryunosuke Goto

Chairman of NPO Yume no Hako and representative of KBC Football Academy. Graduated from Tokai University Shizuoka Shoyo High School and Chukyo University. Has extensive experience in youth development, with a focus on unlocking individual potential through technical training. Holds a JFA C-level coaching license.

His coaching philosophy centers on understanding each player's aspirations and building technique through a structured, step-by-step approach.

INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMS
Want to Train with a Japanese Club?

If you would rather join the daily training of a Japanese team, we arrange individual programs on the dates you choose.

  • Training with: J1/J2 academies, local clubs or high school teams
  • Length: 1 week to about 1 month
  • Price: from ¥550,000 per week, all-inclusive (hotel, meals, interpreter, airport transfers)
  • J1/J2 academies: a short playing video is reviewed first; some clubs charge an additional fee, confirmed before you apply
Ask about individual programs
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Players are split into U-12 and U-15 groups and coached at their own level. Whether you are just starting out or already competing, the sessions are adapted to you.
Yes. Drills are shown, not just explained, and our staff support players in English throughout.
No. Players stay together with our staff, which helps them focus and settle in. Parents are welcome to watch the final session on Day 4.
We provide a program confirmation and itinerary on request. Most visitors can join on a short-term visitor status.
Yes. Japan Ginga Camp runs in winter, December 21-24. It is a residential football camp at the foot of Mt. Fuji, combining winter training with ginga technique coaching.
Ginga is a Brazilian-born technique focusing on body rhythm, feints, and close ball control. Japanese coaches have systematized it into a structured training method that can be learned step by step.
The camp needs at least 8 players. We confirm on December 1, 2026. If it does not run, you receive a full refund.
Yes. Boys and girls are welcome. Rooms are separated by gender.
An individual evaluation (PDF) based on the Day 1 and Day 4 skill tests, a certificate of completion, and drills to keep practising at home.
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Application Form

This form is the only way to apply. No separate documents needed.

CAMP SESSION
PLAYER INFORMATION
PARENT / GUARDIAN
HEALTH & DIET
TRAVEL
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20 places. First come, first served.

Applications close when 20 places are filled. More dates coming soon.

December 21 – 24, 2026 at Mt. Fuji

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