More than 100 players from 15 countries and regions gather in Aso for World Guandan event
On July 29, 2026, E.TED Co., Ltd. hosted the World Guandan Club Leaders Conference at Aso Meihodo Villa in Aso, Kumamoto, with operations supported by the E.TED Global Guandan Mind Sports Federation. The international tournament on the following day welcomed more than 100 players from 15 countries and regions.
International exchange through Guandan
Representatives of clubs, companies and partner organizations discussed international development, recurring exchange tournaments, and initiatives combining sport and tourism. Representative Director Shanping Fu outlined a vision for Guandan as a mind sport that builds friendship and teamwork across languages and nationalities.
Developing “Guandan + Tourism” from Aso
The initiative will connect tournament participation with Aso’s nature, hot springs, cuisine, history and Japanese cultural experiences, creating international sports tourism that also supports accommodation, dining, transport and sightseeing. The Aso regional team won the tournament, and June 15 was announced as the federation’s annual World Guandan Day.
What comes next
Future plans include a world university exchange tournament and international programs in Aso, Okinawa and Fukuoka combining golf, Guandan, tourism and cultural experiences.