SPOGOMI is a sport invented in 2008 by the representative of Social Sports Initiative, Mamitsuka Kenichi, under the slogan, “Trash pickup is a sport!
The global issue of marine litter continues to escalate, with approximately 80% originating from land-based sources, particularly urban areas. The last line of defense in preventing this issue is litter collection. Last year, the first-ever “SPOGOMI” World Cup, which saw participation from 21 countries, made a huge impact by connecting nations and people, and spreading the practice of litter-picking from Japan on a global scale.
And finally, the much-anticipated “THE NIPPON FOUNDATION SPOGOMI WORLD CUP 2025” has been officially announced!
Teams from around the world will gather again for intense competition, surpassing the excitement of the previous event. Through litter-picking, friendships and cooperation will form across borders, creating inspiring moments where sports and environmental protection come together.
This global movement is far from over. It will continue to grow, with ongoing efforts aimed at changing our future for the better.
