NEWS
Join us on May 17 for FC Ryukyu’s American Friendship Day—a matchday packed with soccer, culture, and fun!
Enjoy the soccer game alongside Okinawan and Japanese cultural experiences, from sumo and karate performances to hands-on activities like tile breaking and calligraphy.
Inspired by American player Cal Jennings, this event brings together the Okinawa community and American residents for a day of connection, discovery, and great atmosphere.
Come early, explore, and make the most of this special game day!
Match:
MEIJI YASUDA J2/J3 100 YEAR VISION LEAGUE
MD17
FC RYUKYU vs Gainare Tottori
Date:
Sunday, May 17 Kickoff time: 18:00
*Outside of stadium area (Ticket, Food and Drinks, Official shop) open at 15:30
Location:
Okinawa Prefecture Athletic Stadium
(Address: 5-3-1, Hiyagon, Okinawa City)
Google Map
Index
Events
Event times and details will be updated soon.
– U-10 Japan vs USA Exhibition Match
Watch young players (under 10) from Japan and the United States compete in a friendly pre-match game!
– Sumo Show
Experience the power and excitement of sumo wrestling performed by former professional wrestlers.
Location: Outside stadium area
– Karate Demonstration
Enjoy a dynamic performance of traditional Okinawan karate, the birthplace of this martial art.
Supported by: Okinawa Traditional Karatedo Promotion Association
Location: Outside stage
– Tile Breaking Experience
Try karate-style tile breaking yourself! Beginners are welcome.
Supported by: Okinawa Karate Kaikan
Location: Outside area
– Live Calligraphy (Shodo) Performance
Enjoy a powerful live calligraphy show by the students of Oroku High School Calligraphy Club.
Location: Outside stage (Trans Cosmos Square)
– Calligraphy (Shodo) Experience Booth
Try Japanese calligraphy yourself! Members of the Oroku High School Calligraphy Club will guide you, so feel free to join.
– Free Giveaway
FC Ryukyu Hachimaki (headband) for the first 1,000 guests!
Distribution starts at 3:30 PM at the stadium’s outside “Information” booth.
– Wagyu Food Trucks
Ticket Guide & More Information
We look forward to welcoming you for a memorable day of football, culture, and connection at FC Ryukyu!
Bring your friends and family, and make it a full day of football and cultural discovery. We can’t wait to see you at the stadium!
