Empire Cup 2026 – Sumo Competition

After the smashing success of New York’s first ever open sumo tournament, we’re thrilled to announce the Empire Cup is officially back up for grabs! Featuring womens’ and juniors’ divisions, 5 different weight classes from feather to heavy, and of course, openweight, there’s a spot for everyone to step up and compete.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.it/e/empire-cup-sumo-2026-tickets-1987134480724
11AM – 7PM
Saturday, May 16th
Japan Village Courtyard Stage, 934 3rd Ave, Brooklyn

Schedule:
11:30 Featherweight Dohyo-Iri
12:00 Medal Match Announcements
12:15 Lightweight Dohyo-Iri
12:45 Medal Match Announcements
13:00 Middleweight Dohyo-Iri
13:30 Medal Match Announcements
13:45 Light Heavyweight Dohyo-Iri
14:15 Medal Match Announcements
14:30 Heavyweight Dohyo-Iri & Doorprize
15:00 Medal Match Announcements
15:15 Women’s Open Dohyo-Iri
15:30 Medal Match Announcements
15:45 Junior’s Open Weight Dohyo-Iri
16:00 Openweight Dohyo-Iri
17:30 Medal Match Announcements
17:30 Awards Ceremony & Last Call for Raffle
18:00 Raffle Drawing