SUMO BANGKOK 2027 — Grand Sumo Tournament in Bangkok, commemorating the 140th anniversary of Japan–Thailand diplomatic relations
Commemorating the 140th Anniversary of Japan–Thailand Diplomatic RelationsGrand Sumo Tournament in Bangkok 2027
News
NEWS
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The official website of SUMO BANGKOK 2027, commemorating the 140th anniversary of Japan–Thailand diplomatic relations, is now live.
Here you can find an overview of the event, the venue and the program. Ticket information and other updates will be posted on this website as they become available.
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On October 9, 2026, a press conference to officially announce the Grand Sumo Tournament in Bangkok 2027, commemorating the 140th anniversary of Japan–Thailand diplomatic relations, was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand. It was attended by Hakkaku, Chairman of the Japan Sumo Association, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak of Thailand, and Ambassador of Japan to Thailand Masato Otaka.
Following London in 2025 and Paris in 2026, this will be Grand Sumo’s third consecutive overseas tournament and its first ever in Southeast Asia. For details of the press conference, please see the press release.
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SUMO BANGKOK 2027 will be announced in Japan at “Chanko Fes,” held at Roppongi Hills Arena in Tokyo.
On stage, we will introduce the highlights and outline of the event commemorating the 140th anniversary of Japan–Thailand diplomatic relations. For Chanko Fes opening hours and other details, please check the festival’s official information.
About the Event
ABOUT
In 2027, Japan and Thailand celebrate the 140th anniversary of their diplomatic relations — a milestone year in which both governments hold commemorative exchange programs. The centerpiece of them all is SUMO BANGKOK 2027. A delegation of 135, led by the Yokozuna, will travel to Bangkok to present three days of bouts in the true style of an official Grand Sumo tournament.
Following London in 2025 and Paris in 2026, this marks Grand Sumo’s third consecutive year of overseas tournaments — its first ever in Southeast Asia, and its first visit to Asia in 14 years since the 2013 Jakarta tour.
Two cultures. One dohyo.
二つの文化、一つの土俵。
Overview
OUTLINE
- Event
- Grand Sumo Tournament in Bangkok — 140th Anniversary of Japan–Thailand Diplomatic Relations
- Official English name
- 140th Anniversary of Japan Thailand Diplomatic Relationship The Grand Sumo Tournament in Bangkok 2027 presented by Nipponham
- Location
- Bangkok, Kingdom of Thailand
- Dates
- June 11–13, 2027 (3 days)
- Venue
- One Bangkok Forum
- Capacity
- Approx. 5,800 seats per day (approx. 17,400 seats over 3 days, planned)
- Promoter (Kanjinmoto)
- QBIX Co., Ltd.
- Sponsor
- NH Foods Ltd. (Nipponham)
- In cooperation with
- Hot Staff Nagoya Co., Ltd. / Alpha International Academy / Institute of East Asian Studies, Thammasat University
- Supported by
- To be announced
- Media partner
- Mono Next Public Co., Ltd.
- Operated by
- Kanjinmoto LLC
Venue
VENUE
Bangkok’s new heart
welcomes the rikishi.
A multipurpose arena at the core of One Bangkok, one of Thailand’s largest private developments. In a hall equipped with world-class sound, lighting and video systems, a specialist construction team from Japan will build an authentic dohyo (sumo ring) and yagura (drum tower).
Program
SCHEDULE
Arrival & related eventsWELCOME DAYS
Grand Sumo tournamentGRAND SUMO EXHIBITION
6.7-8
(Mon–Tue)
Delegation arrives in Bangkok
6.9
(Wed)
Yokozuna ring-entering ceremony
Ayutthaya Japanese Village
Ring-entering ceremony & student exchange
Thammasat University
6.10
(Thu)
Ring blessing ceremony & welcome party
6.11
(Fri)
Day 1
6.12
(Sat)
Day 2
6.13
(Sun)
Final day (Senshuraku)
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In Numbers
IN NUMBERS
140years
Japan–Thailand diplomatic relations
YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP
3days
A tournament in true honbasho style
DAYS OF TOURNAMENT
135people
Including approx. 70 wrestlers
PEOPLE FROM JAPAN
Partners
PARTNERS
