31st Hungary Sakura Cup 2026
Schedule
Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC+02:00Location
Ludovika Aréna | Budapest, BU
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🌸 30st Hungary Sakura Cup – April 17–19, 2026 🌸We are happy to invite you to the 31st edition of the Hungary Sakura Cup, a celebration of youth kendo dedicated to children, juniors, and young kendokas from around the world. This milestone event is more than just a tournament—it's a weekend of growth, friendship, and unforgettable experiences.
Whether you're stepping onto the shiaijo for the first time or returning to test your skills, the Sakura Cup offers a welcoming space to learn, compete, and connect across borders.
Watch the 2024 highlights: Hungary Sakura Cup 2025 Summary
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Special Guests:
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Sakura Weekend Schedule
Friday, April 17 – Sakura Keiko
Time: 18:30–20:00
Venue: coming soon
Saturday, April 18 – Hungary Sakura Cup Tournament
Hall opens: 07:30
Opening ceremony: 09:30
Venue: Ludovika Arena, Diószegi Sámuel utca 25, 1089 Budapest
Sunday, April 19 – Sakura Kendo Seminar
Time: 10:00–13:00
Venue: Budapest Főnix Kendo Dojo, Kodály Zoltán Ált. Isk., Marczibányi tér 1
Registration & Payment
Registration: 07:30–09:00 on Saturday
Categories will run on 6 shiaijos; order announced after opening ceremony
Registration form and fees available on the event website
Bank Transfer Details
Account Holder: Budapest Főnix Kendo és Iaido Klub
Magnet Bank IBAN: HU06 1620 0106 1162 1988 0000 0000
Club payments only; individual transfers not accepted
On-site payment also available.
Competition Categories:
Kihon (Basic Technique)
Kihon A: 5–9 yrs
Kihon B: 10–13 yrs
Kihon C: 14–17 yrs
Kihon D: 18–21 yrs
Includes kirikaeshi and uchikomi geiko on motodachi in bogu. One category per competitor.
Shiai (Match)
Junior A: 5–9 yrs
Junior B: 10–12 yrs
Junior C: 13–15 yrs
Junior D: 16–17 yrs
Youth Men: 18–21 yrs
Youth Women: 15–21 yrs
One category per competitor (except girls).
Categories may be merged if needed.
Junior Team Event
5-member teams (mixed gender allowed)
Fixed order by age group:
Senpo: 8–12 yrs
Jiho: 10–13 yrs
Chuken: 13–15 yrs
Fukusho & Taisho: 16–21 yrs
Multiple teams per dojo allowed
Mixed dojo teams welcome—organizers will assist in forming teams
Additional Notes:
Clubs should bring their own taskis (red/white ribbons)
Photos and videos may be published online and in media
Organizers reserve the right to adjust schedule and categories
Competitor's helper is resonsible to put the 2taski" (ribbons) on the competitor before each fight.
For furrther information please contact us on [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
Ludovika Aréna, Diószegi Sámuel utca 25, Budapest 1089, Magyarország, Budapest, HungaryEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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