About us
Welcome to Kyoto Global Shuttlers! 🏸😊🌏 We’re an international badminton community in Kyoto, bringing people together through the joy of the game 😊✨
If you love badminton and enjoy meeting friendly players from around the world, this is the place for you 🙌 Whether you're getting back into the sport or looking for fun and competitive rallies, you’ll find a warm, active group that feels like home 🫶
Our sessions are mainly for players with some experience, but friendly beginners who are motivated to improve are also very welcome 💪✨ Let’s enjoy badminton, friendship, and fun together! 🏸💕
To keep the rallies going, we’re always excited to welcome new members and supporters — come play, share, and grow this community with us! 🙏✨
Looking forward to seeing you on the court! 👋😄🏸
Upcoming events
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- ¥1,000.00
KGS Badminton Vol.59 🏸 Sat, May 23, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm @ Takaragaike Park
Takaragaike Park Gymnasium, 2 Matsugasaki Higashiikenouchicho, Kyoto, JPJoin Kyoto Global Shuttlers — an international badminton club in Kyoto! 🏸
Whether you already play badminton elsewhere, recently moved to Kyoto, or would like to enjoy good games with local players while you’re travelling in Japan, you’re very welcome to join our friendly and inclusive session. We warm up together, play casual doubles, and connect with badminton lovers from all around the world 😊✨
Venue
🏢 Takaragaike Park Gymnasium
2 Matsugasaki Higashiikenouchicho,
Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0922Is it your first time visiting Takaragaike Park Gymnasium? Many people find it a bit tricky to locate, so we recommend checking the directions to the park entrance (approx. 6-minute walk from Exit 2 of Matsugasaki Station) here ➚ in advance.
If you’re coming by bike, bicycle parking is available near the park entrance. Please use the designated area 🚲🅿️
Capacity
🏸 4 courts reserved
👥 Up to 24 playersDate & Time
📅 Saturday, May 23, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMParticipation Fee
💰 1,000 yenLanguage
💬 English-friendly
( No Japanese required 👍️)What to Bring
・Racket 🏸 (or rent one for 500 yen — ask in advance)
・Indoor non-marking court shoes 👟
・Comfortable sportswear 👕
・Drink, towel, and good vibes 😄
・No need to bring shuttlecocks ❌️What to Expect
・Pay upon arrival
・Warm-up & Practice rallies
・Friendly doubles games
・Group photo & Quick cleanup
・We may head out for some sweets afterwards 🍨😋🍡🔗 Visit kgsbad.net for future sessions
📱 Stay in touch via Instagram & FacebookThanks for being part of the Kyoto Global Shuttlers community 🙏
Looking forward to seeing you on court 🏸😊✨26 attendees - ¥1,000.00
KGS Badminton Vol.60 🏸 Fri, May 29, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm @ Kyoto City Budo Center
Kyoto City Budo Center, 46-2 Shogoin Entomicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, JPJoin Kyoto Global Shuttlers — an international badminton club in Kyoto! 🏸
Whether you already play badminton elsewhere, recently moved to Kyoto, or would like to enjoy good games with local players while you’re travelling in Japan, you’re very welcome to join our friendly and inclusive session. We warm up together, play casual doubles, and connect with badminton lovers from all around the world 😊✨
Venue
🏢 Kyoto City Budo Center
46-2 Shogoin Entomicho,
Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8323
👉 Google MapsCapacity
🏸 3 courts reserved
👥 Up to 18 playersDate & Time
📅 Friday, May 29, 2026
🕒 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Note: Court lines are not marked at this gymnasium, so we will place tape at the corners to mark the doubles courts before starting. We will also need to remove the tape before leaving the building by 9:00 pm. Thank you for your understanding.Participation Fee
💰 1,000 yenLanguage
💬 English-friendly
( No Japanese required 👍️)What to Bring
・Racket 🏸 (or rent one for 500 yen — ask in advance)
・Indoor non-marking court shoes 👟
・Comfortable sportswear 👕
・Drink, towel, and good vibes 😄
・No need to bring shuttlecocks ❌️What to Expect
・Pay upon arrival
・Warm-up & Practice rallies
・Friendly doubles games
・Group photo & Quick cleanup
・We may head out for casual dinner afterwards 🍜😋🍣🔗 Visit kgsbad.net for future sessions
📱 Stay in touch via Instagram & FacebookThanks for being part of the Kyoto Global Shuttlers community 🙏
Looking forward to seeing you on court 🏸😊✨20 attendees - ¥1,000.00
KGS Badminton Vol.61 🏸 Sun, May 31, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm @ Higashiyama Region Gym
Higashiyama Region Gymnasium, 5 Chome-130-6 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, JPJoin Kyoto Global Shuttlers — an international badminton club in Kyoto! 🏸
Whether you already play badminton elsewhere, recently moved to Kyoto, or would like to enjoy good games with local players while you’re travelling in Japan, you’re very welcome to join our friendly and inclusive session. We warm up together, play casual doubles, and connect with badminton lovers from all around the world 😊✨
Venue
🏢 Higashiyama Region Gymnasium
東山地域体育館（東山区総合庁舎3F）
3rd Floor, Higashiyama Ward Office,
5 Chome-130-6 Kiyomizu,
Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862
👉 Google MapsCapacity
🏸 2 courts reserved
👥 Up to 12 playersDate & Time
📅 Sunday, May 31, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMParticipation Fee
💰 1,000 yenLanguage
💬 English-friendly
( No Japanese required 👍️)What to Bring
・Racket 🏸 (or rent one for 500 yen — ask in advance)
・Indoor non-marking court shoes 👟
・Comfortable sportswear 👕
・Drink, towel, and good vibes 😄
・No need to bring shuttlecocks ❌️What to Expect
・Pay upon arrival
・Warm-up & Practice rallies
・Friendly doubles games
・Group photo & Quick cleanup
・We may head out for lunch together afterwards 🍛🥄😋🔗 Visit kgsbad.net for future sessions
📱 Stay in touch via Instagram & FacebookThanks for being part of the Kyoto Global Shuttlers community 🙏
Looking forward to seeing you on court 🏸😊✨14 attendees
Past events
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