Sjjif World No-gi Championship 2026

SJJIF WORLD NO-GI CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 in TOKYO

【 Championship Sanctioned by SJJIF – 15-Star Certification 】

 This is an official championship organized by the SPORT JIU-JITSU INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION (SJJIF) in partnership with the ASIAN SPORT JIU-JITSU FEDERATION (ASJJF) and SPORT JIU JITSU JAPAN FEDERATION (SJJJF), and it awards ranking points.
 We provide a fair and reliable stage for all athletes who take Jiu-Jitsu seriously as a competitive sport.
 Please read the information below carefully before registering.

【 Entry and My Page Usage 】

 All registrations and changes must be made exclusively through the personal page (My Page).
▶︎ How to Register for the Event・How to Use the Personal Page
※ The above instructions are only available in Japanese.

【 Safety Policy – Bags and Luggage 】

 For the safety and convenience of all participants, the Clear Bag Policy and Luggage Restrictions will be enforced:
・ Only clear bags (plastic, vinyl, or PVC) are allowed.
・ Small handbags (max. 11.5 cm × 16.5 cm) are permitted in addition to one clear bag.
・ Backpacks, suitcases, and large bags are allowed only for competitors.
・ No storage lockers will be available.
・ All bags are subject to inspection.
・ Carrying weapons, knives, or sharp objects is strictly prohibited.

【 Spectator Admission Fee 】

 ・ To be announced.

 ・ Children up to 3 years old are admitted free of charge.
 ・ Athletes aged 15 years or younger may bring one companion free of charge on the competition day.
 ※ The companion must enter the gymnasium together with the athlete.

 ・ Athletes are granted free access only on the day they are scheduled to compete.
 If they attend the event on any other day, the spectator admission fee will apply.

 ・ Each academy is entitled to one free credential for a black belt professor.
 All professors must be properly registered and must hold a valid ASJJF Member Card.
 ※ There is no free admission for professors without a valid Member Card, without exception.

【 NO-GI Uniform Requirements 】

 Rash guard
 All athletes, of any gender, must wear a rash guard that is:
 ・ tight-fitting,
 ・ made of elastic material, and
 ・ equipped with a round collar (V-neck collars are not permitted).
 The rash guard may have short or long sleeves; however, sleeveless rash guards are not permitted. It must completely cover the torso down to the waistline of the shorts.

The permitted base colors are:
 ・ black,
 ・ white, or
 ・ a combination of black and white,
and the rash guard must clearly display the athlete’s belt color, in accordance with the criteria below:

 The rash guard must contain the athlete’s belt color in:
 ・ at least 10% of the sleeve area, or
 ・ at least 30% of the torso area (front or back).
 ・ Rash guards that are 100% in the athlete’s belt color are also permitted.

 ～ Important ～
 ・ Rash guards will not be approved if the belt color is applied exclusively on the sides of the torso.
 ・ The belt color must be clearly visible from the front or the back while the athlete is standing in a natural upright position.
 ・ Designs that make belt color identification difficult may result in rejection during uniform check.
Red details or graphics (such as logos, lettering, or design elements) are permitted for all belt levels, provided that:
・ they do not replace the mandatory belt color, and
・ they do not interfere with or obscure the visual identification of the athlete’s belt color.

 Shorts, Compression Shorts, and Pants
 Starting January 1, 2027, in addition to the current requirements regarding safety, design, and length, it will become mandatory for shorts to also display the athlete’s belt color, as described below:

The permitted base colors are:
 ・ black,
 ・ white, or
 ・ a combination of black and white,
and the shorts must clearly display the athlete’s belt color, in accordance with the criteria below:

 The shorts must contain the athlete’s belt color in:
 ・ at least 10% of the front or back area.
 ・ Shorts that are 100% in the athlete’s belt color are also permitted.

 ～ Important ～
 ・ Shorts or Pants will not be approved if the belt color is applied exclusively on the sides.
 ・ The belt color must be clearly visible from the front or the back while the athlete is standing in a natural upright position.
 ・ Designs that make belt color identification difficult may result in rejection during uniform check.

 All athletes, of any gender, must wear board shorts.
 The shorts must:
 ・ have no pockets,
 ・ have no buttons, zippers, exposed drawstrings, plastic or metal parts, and
 ・ cover at least half of the thigh and must not extend past the knee.

 The use of compression shorts (tight-fitting) worn underneath the shorts is also permitted.
 ※ Male athletes who wear compression shorts are required to wear MMA shorts or board shorts over them to prevent exposure.

【 NO-GI Uniform Policy 】

 All NO-GI uniforms must comply with ASJJF standards.
 ※ Non-compliant uniforms are not allowed.
 ※ It’s strongly recommended to bring two uniforms due to their condition and the possibility of them becoming dirty or damaged.

 Please check the following link before the event:
 ▶︎ Uniform Regulations (UNIFORM CHECK)
 ※ The above instructions are only available in English.

【 Ranking Points System 】

 This championship will be held as a 15-STARS certified event, with the following points awarded.

 Fighter Ranking Points
・ 1st place: 225 points
・ 2nd place: 105 points
・ 3rd place: 49 points
・ Single winner: 105 points

 Additional Points System
 Athletes who win (each fight) will receive extra points.
・ Win by submission: +3 points
・ Win by points, others (non-submission): +1 point

Team Ranking Points
・ 1st place: 225 points
・ 2nd place: 105 points
・ 3rd place: 49 points
・ Single winner: 0 points
・ Brackets (categories) composed only by the same team: 0 points

Teams trophies award
 ・Coming soon...

【 KIDS Division – Category Criteria 】

 Transfers between male and female categories in the KIDS division are not permitted.
 ※ Male athletes must compete exclusively in male categories, and female athletes exclusively in female categories, with no exceptions, regardless of weight, age, or number of participants.

【 Registration schedule 】

※ The following times are shown in Japan Standard Time (JST).

 ・ Registration deadline:
   Agoust 12, 2026 until 23:59 p.m.
 ※ Registration may close earlier than the deadline if the maximum number of participants is reached.

 ・ Athlete correction deadline:
   Agoust 15, until 23:59 p.m.

 ・ Coach (professor) correction deadline:
   Agoust 16, until 23:59 p.m.

 ・ Registration check day:
   from 00:00 a.m. to 23:59 p.m. on Agoust 16
 ※ Athletes and Coach (professor) who requested corrections must check the「Fighters List」and confirm that the changes have been properly made.
 ※ New correction requests will not be accepted. 

 ・ Cancellation & Refund request day:
   from 00:00 a.m. to 23:59 p.m. on Agoust 22
 ※ Only applicable to athletes with no opponents (alone in the bracket).

 ・ Organizer correction day: Agoust 22
 ※ Only corrections due to registration errors made by the federation will be accepted.
 ※ New correction requests will not be accepted.

 ・ Schedule release day: Agoust 31

 ・ Bracket release day: Agoust31

【 Verification and correction of registration information 】

・ For Athletes
 Please verify that there are no errors in your registration details (name, belt, weight, age category, etc.) by checking the「Fighters List」. If corrections are needed, please make them via your personal page.
 If you have difficulty performing the operation yourself, please contact our customer service channel.

・ For Coach (professor)
 If there are errors in the registration details of your team’s athletes, or if there are strategic adjustments to categories that affect team ranking points, please send an email from the registered email address of your federation, clearly stating the necessary changes and requesting corrections in a single email.

【 For athletes without an opponent in their division (alone in the bracket) 】 

 Only if at the time of the「Cancellation & Refund request acceptance day (within the 24 hour period)」the athlete has no opponent, the athlete may choose one of the following options:

 1. Remain in the division, receive a champion's medal, and earn the corresponding points for the Fighter ranking points.
 2. Request a change of division.
 3. Request cancellation of registration and a refund.

 ※ Requests must be submitted via the designated form below or by contacting our official support channel.
 ▶︎ Exclusive request Form – Division Change (No Opponent)

【 Cancellation & Refund policy 】

 Refund eligibility applies only if, at the time of the「Cancellation & Refund request acceptance day (within the 24 hour period)」, the athlete has no opponent (single entry).

※ Requests for division changes must be submitted using the specific form below or by contacting our official support channel.
 ▶︎ Exclusive request Form - Cancellation ＆ Refunds

～ Important ～
 ・ Even if there is no opponent before the「Cancellation & Refund request acceptance day (within the 24 hour period)」, an opponent may appear up until the day before the designated day. Therefore, refund requests cannot be made before the designated date. Whether a refund is possible is determined only based on the situation on the designated date.

 ・ If no request is submitted by the specified day, the athlete will automatically become a solo champion and will not be eligible for a refund.

 ・ Intentional and malicious last minute changes to a “division without an opponent” will not be accepted as eligible for a refund.

 ・ Please register only after confirming that you can definitely participate on the tournament day.
 ※ Personal schedule changes are not covered by the established cancellation policy.

 ・ Registration in the weight division is mandatory to participate in the event. If the athlete also wishes to compete in the absolute division, an additional fee will be charged for the absolute registration. If, on the「Cancellation & Refund request acceptance day (within the 24 hour period)」, the athlete is registered in both divisions (weight and open weight) and only one of them has no opponent, cancellation may be requested only for the division without a match. In this case, the refund will be limited solely to the additional fee paid for the absolute division (that is, the difference), regardless of which division has no opponent. The base registration fee (weight division) is non refundable.
 ※ For example, if there is a match in the weight division but not in the absolute division, the athlete will receive a refund corresponding to the additional absolute division fee. Likewise, if there is a match in the absolute division but not in the weight division, the refund will also be limited to the additional fee difference only.

 ・ Entry fees cannot be transferred or carried over to another event.

【 Award ceremony regulations 】

We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation in following the rules below:
 ・ Please attend the award ceremony wearing the same uniform as in your match.
  ※ (Gi Division: Full Gi / No-Gi Division: Rash guard and shorts, etc.)
 ・ Banners, flags, or similar displays are prohibited during the official photo session.
 ・ Medals will be awarded only during the award ceremony on the event day. (Shipping or later pickup is not available)

【 Participation requirements & Eligibility for competitors 】
 Athletes who meet the following criteria will not be eligible to compete as white belts (beginners):
 ・ Hold a black belt in judo
 ・ Have professional MMA experience
 ・ Have official records in amateur MMA
 ・ Have experience in wrestling (Olympic style, Greco-Roman, etc.)

 ※ The eligibility will be determined by official competition history (website) both national and international (on the event website or on websites related to the event).

 Additionally, for kids who hold gray, yellow, orange, or green belts, participation in the white belt category is not allowed in either the Juvenile or Adult divisions.

【 General notes regarding championship participation 】

 ・ The official weight unit for this championship is kilograms (kg).
 ・ Providing false information in your registration (such as date of birth, belt rank, team affiliation, etc.) will result in immediate disqualification and may lead to a ban from future events.
 ・ On the day of the event, you must bring a government-issued photo ID. May be asked to show it before the match.
 ・ All athletes must be officially affiliated with a black belt instructor.
 ・ The federation reserves the right to verify the affiliation of all athletes and may deny participation if it cannot be confirmed.
 ・ Flights and accommodations must be booked immediately after completing the registration.
 ・ This championship will be conducted in accordance with the SJJIF/ASJJF Rulebook and Guidelines. Please make sure to read and understand them in advance.

【 Venue Rules (ARENA) 】

 ・ Pets are not allowed, except for guide animals.
 ・ Smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas.
 ・ Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all areas of the venue.

【 Contact information 】

 ・ Email address:
      support@asjjf.org   or   edisonbjj@gmail.com

 ・ Phone number:
      landline: 0276-57-8045 (available for calls on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 18:00 p.m. (JST)
      mobile: 080-4109-5729 (available for calls on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 21:00 p.m. (JST)
 ※ For international inquiries, please use communication apps such as “WhatsApp” or “LINE”. (+81 80-4109-5729)
 ※ Emails and text messages (SMS) are accepted 24 hours a day. (Replies will be provided on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 18:00 p.m. (JST)) 

・ Information to include in the correction or change request email:
 Please send an email from the registered email address with the following information:
 ・ In the subject line, clearly state:
      「 Correction 」
 ・ In the body of the email, include:
      「 Athlete's name 」
      「 Championship name 」
      「 Details of the correction 」

 ・ Dedicated Form for athletes without an opponent in their division (alone in the bracket):
 ※ Only if there are no opponents available by the「Cancellation & Refund request acceptance day (within the 24 hour period)」.
 ▶︎ Exclusive request Form – Division Change (No Opponent)  

 ・ Dedicated Form for Cancellation ＆ Refund requests:
 ※ Only if there are no opponents available by the「Cancellation & Refund request acceptance day (within the 24 hour period)」.
 ▶︎ Exclusive request Form - Cancellation ＆ Refunds

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

【 Visas, Invitation Letters, and Official Requirements 】

Entry Types
 According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA), athletes traveling to Japan to participate in short-term sports competitions may apply for a Temporary Visitor Visa, valid for up to 90 days.
 Visa-free entry is permitted for citizens of countries that have visa exemption agreements with Japan.
▶︎ See the official list of Visa-Exempt Countries on MOFA’s website.

【 Official Invitation Letter 】

 The ASJJF may provide an Invitation Letter upon individual request from athletes who are already registered and confirmed in the championship system.
 This letter serves only to verify the sports purpose of travel and does not replace or guarantee visa issuance.

 Important:
 ・ The ASJJF does not issue guarantee letters.
 ・ The responsibility for visa application and approval lies solely with the athlete.
 ・ Each Japanese Embassy or Consulate may request additional documents depending on the applicant’s country.

【 Common Documents Required by Japanese Consulates 】

 Based on MOFA guidelines and standard consular practices, the following documents are often required for visa and/or invitation requests:

1.  Valid passport covering the entire stay period.
2.  Official visa application form duly filled and signed.
3.  Recent photo (3.5 × 4.5 cm) following official standards.
4.  Detailed schedule of stay in Japan, indicating event dates and accommodation locations.
5.  Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or equivalent for entire stay).
6.  Proof of air ticket reservation or itinerary (round trip).
7.  Recent bank statement showing sufficient funds for the trip (recommended balance equivalent to USD 2,000～3,000 for short stays).
8.  Proof of employment or self-employment (letter from employer stating position, duration, and salary, or business registration).
9.  Proof of registration in the event issued through the official ASJJF/SJJIF system.
10.  Invitation letter issued by ASJJF, if applicable.

【 Official Notes 】

・ Even when all documents are submitted, visa issuance depends solely on the evaluation of the Japanese Embassy or Consulate.

・ MOFA states that “additional documents may be required depending on individual verification needs.”

・ It is advisable not to purchase non-refundable tickets before visa issuance unless permitted by the consulate.

・ All documents should preferably be in English or Japanese, or accompanied by an official translation.

Official References:
 ▶︎ MOFA Japan – Visa Information
 ▶︎ Short-Term Stay / Temporary Visitor Visa – US Embassy Japan
 ▶︎ MOFA – Countries with Visa Exemption

【 How to Access the Venue 】

Airports:
・ Haneda Airport (HND) – closest to central Tokyo, ideal for quick transfer to Shibuya/Harajuku.
・ Narita International Airport (NRT) – larger number of international flights; direct train access.

Transportation:
・ From Haneda → subway or bus to Shibuya, Harajuku, or Meiji-Jingumae (40–60 min).
・ From Narita → express train or limousine bus to Shibuya (70–100 min).

Nearest stations:
・ Harajuku (JR Yamanote) and Meiji-Jingumae (Chiyoda/Fukutoshin) – 5–10 min walk.

【 Accommodation 】

Recommended areas: Shibuya, Harajuku, and Shinjuku with direct access to the venue.
Please book in advance, as prices increase closer to the event date.

【 Discover Tokyo 】

Tokyo is a city where tradition and modernity coexist in harmony.

After your matches, take time to explore:
・ Shibuya Crossing – the world’s most famous intersection.
・ Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu) – a peaceful spiritual retreat in the heart of the city.
・ Asakusa & Senso-ji Temple – historic Tokyo.
・ Tokyo Skytree – panoramic city view.
・ Harajuku & Omotesando – fashion, art, and urban culture.

【 Plan Your Trip 】

•  Check if you need a visa and verify passport validity.
   
•  Complete registration before booking flights and hotels.
   
•  Bring valid ID and competition uniforms.
   
•  Follow all event rules and schedules.
   
•  Enjoy Tokyo and train at local academies.

【 Match Schedule 】

COMING SOO . . .