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CHOFU BASKETBALL / NEIGHBOR

Good basketball. Good company.

Friendly games on weekday evenings in Chofu, Tokyo.

About our group

Chofu Basketball (Neighbor) is a casual basketball group for beginner and intermediate players. Players need to understand the basic rules and be able to dribble, pass, and shoot.

Advanced players are welcome too. Please adjust your play to match the group's skill level.

To find out more or ask about joining, contact us on LINE.

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The schedule and Q&A pages are in Japanese. View Q&A →

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WHO IT IS FOR

Does this sound like you?

  • You want to stay active and have fun exercising.
  • You played basketball at school and want to start again.
  • You enjoy casual games and respect other players.
  • You would like to play regularly.

SCHEDULE & FEES

Weekday evenings

We aim to hold three or four sessions a month, or more when possible. We also hold weekend sessions, depending on gym availability.

Standard fee: ¥500 per session
Student fee: ¥300 per session

Pay by PayPay or in cash.

LOCATIONS

Our courts in Chofu

The venue varies by date. We usually play at one of the following facilities.

Each venue has parking for only a few cars. Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and a waiting list is available. Please request parking when signing up for a session. If no spaces are available, please use a nearby paid parking lot.

Parking information and entrance photos (Japanese) →

A TYPICAL EVENING

Session schedule

  1. Gym opens

    Stretching and shooting practice.

  2. Games start

    Games last six minutes, with a running clock. The start time may vary depending on when enough players arrive.

  3. Games end

    Help mop the floor and put away equipment.

BEFORE YOU COME

What to bring

  • Basketball shoes
  • A basketball
  • Anything else you need

A limited number of balls are available to borrow. If you own one, please bring it.

During games

  • Please avoid rough or dangerous play.
  • Help make the games enjoyable for everyone.
  • Work together as a team.
  • Please be especially considerate of beginners and female players.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND

Things to know

  • When you are not playing, please help with timekeeping and scorekeeping.
  • Please take turns mopping the floor at the end of the session.
  • After paying the participation fee, you are free to leave.
  • Arriving late, leaving early, and canceling on the day are all fine. Please let us know on LINE as soon as possible.
  • We may cancel a session if we expect too few players for a game. We will announce any cancellations on LINE no later than the day before the session.
  • We do not have group introductions, but feel free to introduce yourself to your teammates.
  • Recruiting for religious groups or multi-level marketing businesses, or making similar solicitations, is prohibited. Please let the organizers know if you see this happening.

SEE YOU ON THE COURT

Come play with us.

Check the schedule and contact us on LINE to ask about joining.

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