6th Annual Consulate's Cup Sumo Tournament
About this Event
The 6th Annual Consulate’s Cup Sumo Tournament is held in honor of the Consul-General of Japan, Zentaro Naganuma. On November 14th, 2026, over 90 competitors from around the world will gather to compete in Japan’s national sport of sumo—right here in the United States.
This is the largest sumo event in the country following Team USA’s return from the 2026 World Sumo Championships in Azerbaijan, and marks a major moment in the sport’s continued growth on American soil.
Come witness elite male and female athletes clash in the ring at this officially sanctioned tournament (#11768) under the International Federation of Sumo. You won’t want to miss it.
WEIGHT CLASSES FOR INTERNATIONAL SUMO
Men’s Weight Classes
11:00AM - Lightweight: up to 85 kg (~ 188 lbs)
12:00AM - Middleweight: up to 100 kg (~ 221 lbs)
1:00PM - Light Heavy: up to 115 kg (~ 254 lbs)
2:00PM - Heavyweight: over 115 kg (254 lbs +)
Women’s Weight Classes
11:00AM -Lightweight: up to 65 kg (~ 144 lbs)
12:00AM - Middleweight: up to 73 kg (~ 161 lbs)
1:00PM - Light Heavy: up to 80 kg (~ 177 lbs)
2:00PM - Heavyweight: over 80 kg (177 lbs +)
3:00PM - OPEN WEIGHT
*With Special performances to be announced!!
Agenda
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Opening Speech & National Anthem
🕑: 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Lightweight Men and Women
Info: Lightweight vs Heavyweight Sumo – What's the Difference?
While most people picture massive rikishi clashing in the dohyo, lightweight sumo offers a faster, more dynamic style of competition. In contrast to the sheer force of traditional heavyweight bouts, lightweight sumo is all about speed, agility, and precision technique.
You'll see lightning-fast footwork, sharp throws, and split-second counters that keep you on the edge of your seat. Think less bulldozer, more ninja.
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Live Performance by Austin Kyudo Team
Host: Austin Kyudo
Info: The Austin Kyudo Team will showcase the traditional Japanese art of archery at the 5th Annual Consulate’s Cup. Founded in 2016, the team practices kyudo—a discipline that blends precision, grace, and meditation—with demonstrations that highlight centuries of samurai tradition. Their performance offers a serene and elegant contrast to the intensity of sumo, giving audiences a unique glimpse into one of Japan’s most revered martial arts.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Middleweight Men and Women
Info: Middleweight vs Heavyweight Sumo – Not Just About Size
Middleweight sumo is where power meets agility. These athletes are strong enough to throw and lift, but quick enough to dodge and counter. It’s a fast-paced, technical style that blends strength and strategy—proving that sumo isn’t just for the biggest guys in the room.
While heavyweights rely more on mass and pressure, middleweights keep things unpredictable with explosive movement and smart tactics. It’s sumo with balance, finesse, and big-time action.
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:00 PM
Live Performance by Austin Minyo Dance Group
Host: Austin Minyo Dance Group
Info: Founded in 2011, the Austin Minyo Dance Group brings the joy and tradition of min’yō odori—Japanese folk dance—to the 5th Annual Consulate’s Cup. Rooted in festival culture, these dances combine rhythmic movement, colorful costumes, and classic folk songs that celebrate everyday life and community spirit. Their performance offers a lively and culturally rich showcase, inviting audiences to experience the heart of Japanese tradition through music and dance.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
Light Heavyweight Men and Women
Info: Light heavyweight sumo is the sweet spot where power, speed, and technique collide. These athletes are big enough to bring serious force, but still agile enough to move, counter, and throw with precision.
Expect fast-paced bouts with the impact of heavyweight clashes and the finesse of lighter divisions. It’s an unpredictable, high-energy style that keeps fans on their feet—and proves that in sumo, skill matters just as much as size.
🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Live Performance 3 (TBA)
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Heavyweight Men and Women
Info: This is the sumo most people imagine—massive power, raw force, and bone-rattling impact. When two heavyweight rikishi collide, it’s like watching titans clash. Every step shakes the floor, every bout feels like a battle of wills.
But don’t be fooled—it’s not just size. These athletes are surprisingly fast, incredibly skilled, and masters of leverage and control. It’s high-stakes, high-impact sumo where one well-timed move can end it all in a flash.
Heavyweight sumo is the thunder at the heart of the sport—undeniable, unstoppable, unforgettable.
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:45 PM
OPEN WEIGHT Men and Women
Info: The Open Weight category in international sumo allows wrestlers of any size or weight to compete against each other. This category highlights pure strength, technique, and strategy, where smaller, faster rikishi can face off against much larger opponents, making for dynamic and unpredictable matches. It celebrates the traditional spirit of sumo, where skill and heart often outweigh sheer size.
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:00 PM
Award Ceremony
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 23.18 to USD 65.87
