2025/10/20 A thrilling combination of strength and skill! Okinawa Bullfighting Tournament Schedule Information
Okinawan bullfighting is a longstanding tradition. Bulls fight each other by locking their horns together. There is only one rule: if you run away, you lose. In the heavyweight division, bulls can weigh in around 1000 kilograms.. Some matches are decided in a few seconds, while others can last up to 30 minutes.
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Table of Contents
- What is Okinawan bullfighting?
- [2025 Events] Dynamic and Powerful! Bullfighting Tournament Information
- Powerful Photos "Bullfighting Exhibition"
- [2025-2026] Tourist bullfighting
What is Okinawan bullfighting?
Uruma City is known as the bullfighting town in Okinawa and tournaments are held about 20 times every year at the Ishikawa Multipurpose Dome.
Among them, the "All Island Bullfighting Tournament" held in spring, summer, and autumn is an exciting event that attracts many bullfighting fans. Normally, the tournament costs about 3,000 yen to enter, but the "Uruma Festival" held every October includes a bullfighting tournament as part of the festival which can be viewed for free.
[2025 Events] Dynamic and Powerful! Bullfighting Tournament Information
Date and time: Sunday, November 2nd, 1pm Uruma Hatachi Memorial 28th National Bullfighting Summit Venue: Ishikawa Multipurpose Dome, Uruma City Admission: Men 3,000 yen, Women 2,000 yen, Junior and Senior High School Students 1,000 yen, Elementary school students and younger free. Payment is cash only. Thank you for your understanding.
*Please purchase tickets at the venue.
Opening act (from 11am) Ryukyu Dragon Pro Wrestling Special Match with special guest Unagi Sayaka!!
*A free shuttle bus will run from Ishikawa City Hall at 9:00 AM. The Dome Parking Lot will be used by those involved and bullfighting vehicles, so the general public should use the shuttle bus.
Date and time: Sunday, November 9th, 1pm Autumn Island-wide Bullfighting Tournament Location: Ishikawa Multipurpose Dome, Uruma City Admission: Men 3,000 yen, Women 2,000 yen, Middle and high school students 1,000 yen, Free for elementary school students and younger *A free shuttle bus will run from Ishikawa City Hall at 9am. The dome parking lot will be used by those involved and bullfighting vehicles, so the general public should use the shuttle bus.
Powerful Photos "Bullfighting Exhibition"
A bullfighting exhibition is currently being held at Amawari Park, a complex located at the foot of the Katsuren Castle ruins, a World Heritage Site in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture .
"This is a new type of museum where you can learn about the history and culture of Amawari. In the special exhibition room within the facility, many impressive photographs are on display in A1 size frames. There is also a photo spot where you can wear a "fighting jacket" provided by the bullfighting union and take a commemorative photo in front of a large bullfighting object, which can be enjoyed by children and adults alike.
Period: September 1st to November 16th, 2025 Time: 9:00 - 18:00
Location: Amawari Park "Special Exhibition Room"
Admission to the special exhibition room is free. Other facilities require admission fees.
[2025-2026] Tourist bullfighting
Bullfighting in Uruma City Events
From bullfighting lectures by famous bullfight announcer Taishi Iha to bullfighting exhibition matches and photo shoots, you can learn everything you need to know before watching a tournament.
Saturday, October 11, 2025, Saturday, November 15, and Sunday, December 28, 2025
Saturday, February 7, 2026, Saturday, March 28, 2026
9:30
Reception at the Ishikawa Multipurpose Dome in Uruma City
You can also join in the middle of the tour. Please ask the staff for more information.
10:00
Opening Act
The performers will vary depending on the date.
10:15
Bullfighting Lecture
Using a 300-inch large screen, MC Taishi Iha will give an easy-to-understand explanation about bullfighting and Uruma City!
10:40
Bullfighting Exhibition: 2 matches
You might even come across your favorite bull to root for ♡ *As this is an exhibition match, there will be no winner or loser.
11:00
Bullfighting and commemorative photo time (only for those who wish)
Please bring your own camera.
Admission fee: Adults (junior high school students and above) 1,800 yen, Children (elementary school students and above) 1,300 yen, Free for children under elementary school age
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Bullfighting is affectionately known as "ushiorasee" and has been developed and passed down as an ancient pastime in Okinawa. It is one of the representative cultures of Uruma City, loved by many and attracting attention as a local favorite and a tourist attraction. Please come visit the charm of Uruma City.
How to Enjoy Bullfighting *Courtesy of Uruma City
Uruma, the City of Bullfighting *Courtesy of Uruma City
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