Experience the excitement of Japan’s final Grand Sumo tournament of 2026 in Fukuoka. Watch the action from a Chair A seat at Fukuoka Kokusai Center and enjoy a Makunouchi bento box with Japanese tea delivered to your seat.
Experience the 2026 Grand Sumo Kyushu Tournament
The Kyushu Tournament is the final Grand Sumo tournament of the year and one of the most exciting events on the sumo calendar. Held at Fukuoka Kokusai Center, it brings together Japan’s top-ranked wrestlers for 15 days of intense competition.
This event takes place on Day 13, when the championship race is approaching its climax. With only a few days remaining, every match can have a major impact on the final result, creating a particularly exciting atmosphere inside the arena.
2026 Kyushu Tournament Highlights
Following the September Tournament, Yokozuna Onosato, Ozeki Aonishiki, and other leading wrestlers are expected to deliver exciting matches in Fukuoka. Fujinokawa, who recorded 11 wins and received the Fighting Spirit Prize in September, along with Churanoumi, Asanoyama, Ura, and other talented wrestlers, will also be ones to watch.
Your Grand Sumo Experience
Watch the Grand Sumo Kyushu Tournament from a Chair A seat at Fukuoka Kokusai Center. From your seat, you can enjoy a full view of the arena and follow the sumo matches throughout the afternoon.
From around 3:40 PM, enjoy the Makuuchi ring-entering ceremony and matches until approximately 6:00 PM.
Event Details
Reservations close once all seats are sold.
Cancellation Policy
Up to 7 days before the event: Free
6–2 days before the event: 30% of the price
The day before the event: 50% of the price
On the day of the event: 100% of the price
Makunouchi Bento Box
A Makunouchi bento featuring ingredients from Kyushu will be delivered directly to your seat.
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Fukuoka Kokusai Center
Address:
2-2 Chikko-honmachi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 812-0021
Access from Hakata Station:
Take a Nishitetsu Bus from Hakata Station to “Fukuoka Convention Center and Sun Palace” (approx. 12 minutes), followed by a short walk.
Organized by: Meitetsu World Travel, Inc., Fukuoka Branch
Sales handled by: Trip in real Japan