The Kansai region's largest marine adventure facility, 'AQuaLooP,' installed at Katamachi Beach in Wakayama City, will open for a limited period from July 4 (Sat), Reiwa 8 to August 31 (Mon), Reiwa 8. Launching just before the height of summer, this year's event expands significantly from a previous circuit of 136 meters to approximately 260 meters, aiming to become a new summer staple leisure destination for families and younger visitors across the Kansai region. [Event Overview] Name: AQuaLooP Marine Adventure in Wakayama Katamachi Period: July 4 (Sat), Reiwa 8 – August 31 (Mon), Reiwa 8 Location: Katamachi Beach (3 Chome-1740, Wakaura Minami, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture) Operator: Houseland Co., Ltd. (1-10 Shinyocho, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture) [Facility Features] As part of a tourism promotion initiative for Wakayama City's Katamachi Beach, Houseland Co., Ltd. will open the marine adventure facility 'AQuaLooP' for a limited time. 'AQuaLooP' is a large-scale summer-only marine activity set on the waters of Katamachi Beach, featuring over 30 attractions including a roughly 260-meter-long course—the largest in the Kansai region—featuring giant slides, a Tarzan rope, trampolines, and more, offering thrilling and refreshing experiences unique to the sea. It opens on July 4 (Sat), 2026. With mandatory safety briefings and life jacket use, comprehensive safety measures are in place. The facility aims to become a premier summer leisure destination in Wakayama City, enjoyable for families, friend groups, and couples alike. [Feature 1: Full Circuit Expanded from 136m to Approx. 260m – Major Upgrade with New Attractions] This season, the full circuit expands from last year's 136 meters to approximately 260 meters. Numerous new attractions have been added, including a giant zip line over 20 meters long, transforming AQuaLooP into a more exciting and engaging marine adventure course. Floating in Katamachi's blue waters, the massive structure features thrilling