East Asian Sport Sociology Forum 2027
June 1, 2026
We hope this message finds you well. The Organizing Committee is delighted to announce that preparations for EASSF 2027 are well underway.
Theme
“The Role of Sport in Tackling Social Issues: Lessons from East Asia”
Under this theme, we are planning to organize two panel sessions as well as a networking event for early-career researchers. Further details will be announced in due course.
Important Dates
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Event |
Date |
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Call for Abstracts Opens |
July 1, 2026 |
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Call for Abstracts Closes |
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Early Bird Registration Opens |
July 1, 2026 |
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Early Bird Registration Closes |
December 27, 2026 |
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Regular Registration Opens |
December 28, 2026 |
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Regular Registration Closes |
January 27, 2027 |
The conference website is scheduled to be launched during June 2026. Information regarding the website will be distributed through our partner academic societies. Further updates and details will be posted on this website.
We look forward to welcoming you to the forum and to engaging in fruitful discussions on the role of sport in addressing contemporary social challenges across East Asia.
Hosted by: Japan Society of Sport Sociology
Supported and Funded by: Headquarters of International Collaboration, Meiji University; Japan-Korea Cultural Foundation; Japan–Taiwan Exchange Association
Sponsors: Juntendo University Faculty of Health and Sports Science／Kansai University Faculty of Health and Well-being／Research Institute for Future of Children and Sport Social Culture／KOTOBUKI SEATING CO., LTD.／Sasakawa Sports Foundation／Tokai University Graduate School of Physical Educaton,
Operated by: East Asian Sport Sociology Forum 2027 Organizing Committee
The 36th Annual Conference of the Japan Society of Sport Sociology
Participants of EASSF2027 are welcome to attend the various sessions and activities of the 36th Annual Conference of the Japan Society of Sport Sociology, to be held on March 1, 2027, free of charge.
The conference will be held at Meiji University’s Surugadai Campus, the same venue as the forum. Please note that the official language of the conference is Japanese.
Participants are responsible for arranging their own lunch.
Please also note that membership in the Japan Society of Sport Sociology is required for those wishing to present their research at the conference.
Announcements
登録システムの問題は復旧しました。
Registration System Issue Resolved:
The system issue affecting the registration process has been resolved. Registration through the website is now available.
Jul 4, 2026 3:37 PM JST
現在、ウェブサイトでの登録手続きが正常にできない状態が続いております。復旧に努めていますので、しばらくお待ちください。ご不便をおかけして、申し訳ございません。
Website Technical Issues:
We are currently experiencing technical issues with the online registration system, and registration through the website is temporarily unavailable. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
Jul 4, 2026 1:43 PM JST
発表申込と参加登録を開始しました（2026年7月1日）。
July 1, 2026 – Abstract submission and registration are now open.
Jul 1, 2026 9:04 AM JST