Sports event Events in Japan

Nagoya Women’s Marathon

Nagoya Women’s Marathon is sponsored by Tiffany & Co. which makes the race sparkle for all the right reasons. It has claimed the title of the biggest women’s marathon in the …

Osaka Marathon 2024

The Osaka Marathon lets you see the city with a different atmosphere. One filled with cheering, sweating, and a winter’s glow. There will also be an Osaka Marathon EXPO on the 24th and …

2023 Naha Marathon

If you get all the way down to sunny Okinawa in December and feel like you still haven’t achieved enough, check out the Naha Marathon, a “Festival of Sun, Ocean and Joggers” …

Fukuoka November Grand Sumo Tournament

Held every November, this is the final of Japan’s six annual Sumo Tournaments, known as honbasho. With sumo rankings released a few weeks before, it’s a chance to see the traditional …

Mt. Fuji Marathon

The Mount Fuji (Mt. Fuji) Marathon is a great opportunity to see one of the most famous mountains in the world framed by the beauty of a Japanese autumn. Entry Entry usually starts early in June …

Kanazawa Marathon 2023

Whether you’re a runner or more likely to be cheering people on from the side-lines, the Kanazawa marathon is a great day out. The race begins at Hirosaka-dori by the Shiinoki Cultural Complex …

Takabocchi Kogen Horse Race

This is a horse race which takes place in Shiojiri City on the grassy Takabocchi Plateau. With around 80 competitors from throughout Japan, organizers claim that it is the highest altitude horse …

The Japan International Birdman Rally

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 …

Nagoya July Grand Sumo Tournament

Held every July, this is the fourth of Japan’s six annual Sumo Tournaments, known as honbasho. With sumo rankings released a few weeks before, it’s a chance to see the traditional …

Kashima Gatalympics

If you’re a bit puzzled what a ‘Gatalympics’ might be then an easier way to think of this festival is ‘fun with mud’. The event takes place on the mudflats on the …

Nagano Marathon 2023

Nagano Marathon awes with snow-capped mountain views and heaps of blooming cherry blossoms. Entry Entry is usually from November to December. Entry price was for the 2023 race. Course The course …

Osaka March Grand Sumo Tournament

See Japan's top wrestlers have a go at it in Osaka.

RWC 2019: Winner Pool C vs. Runner Up Pool D

The first of today’s two quarter-finals, this game will be high intensity. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to tackle the basics of a trip to Japan. Pro tip: …

RWC 2019: Winner Pool C vs. Runner Up Pool D

The first of the Quarter finals, this match will see two strong teams fight it out for a place in the semi-finals. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to tackle the …

RWC 2019: Namibia vs. Canada

IMPORTANT: This event is now canceled due to Typhoon Hagibis. Read more about what to do during a typhoon. A pretty level playing field for these teams in what should be an entertaining start to …

RWC 2019: USA vs. Tonga

The second game in a run of four, this match in Osaka sees America challenge Tonga. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to tackle the basics of a trip to Japan. Pro …

RWC 2019: Wales vs. Uruguay

The Celts take on Uruguay in their final game, with Wales expected to lead. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to tackle the basics of a trip to Japan. Pro tip: …

RWC 2019: New Zealand vs. Italy

IMPORTANT: This event is now canceled due to Typhoon Hagibis, a Category 5 typhoon expected to make landfall in Japan over the weekend. Read more about what to do during a typhoon. Closing in on …

RWC 2019: Ireland vs. Samoa

The third and final game of the day sees high-ranking Ireland take on Samoa in what should be an easy win for the green team. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to …

RWC 2019: Australia vs. Georgia

In their final game of the first round, Australia take on Georgia for the only match of the day. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to tackle the basics of a trip to …

RWC 2019: Wales vs. Fiji

A promising match and the last of the day – here third-ranked in the world Wales will be challenged by Fiji who are a few places behind. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our …

RWC 2019: South Africa vs. Canada

High-flyers South Africa will be taking on Canada in what should be an easy game for them. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to tackle the basics of a trip to Japan. …

RWC 2019: France vs. Tonga

Relatively close in world rankings, France and Tonga will battle it out in a late-afternoon match in recovering Kumamoto. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to tackle …

RWC 2019: Australia vs Uruguay

Uruguay will struggle to beat Australia in this challenging match in Oita. Need help planning your rugby adventures? Read our guide on how to tackle the basics of a trip to Japan. Pro tip: …