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The Japan International Birdman Rally
June 17, 2022
We are yet to confirm the dates and details of this event.
From a jetty jutting into Lake Biwa from the scenic Matsubara Beach in Hikone City, “bird men” – mildly insane people in human-powered flying machines – will attempt to fly as far as possible into the lake.
The event kicks off early – at 7:30 am on Day 1 (Glide aircraft decision) and at the unholy hour of 6 am on Day 2 (manpower propeller division). Some of the contestants take things very seriously while others are in it more for the comedy value.