In 2027, the World Comes to Tottori
Be the Star of the Games: Join the World’s Premier Festival of Lifelong Sports
World Masters Games 2027 Kansai
From May 14 to May 30, 2027, the World Masters Games will take place across the Kansai region. This international event welcomes sports enthusiasts generally aged 30 and over, with a target of approximately 50,000 participants from around the world.
Tottori Prefecture, located in Western Japan along the beautiful Sea of Japan coast, will host four major sports: Archery, Cycling, Judo, and Ground Golf. The excitement of competition, historic hot springs, exceptional cuisine, and abundant natural beauty combine to create a truly special experience.
One of Tottori’s signature venues is Shiokaze no Oka Tomari in Yurihama Town. It will host the ground golf events. There, the sea breeze carries the quiet, welcoming atmosphere of San-in to the world.
Entry information
Early entry opens at 10:00 a.m. Japan Time (JST) on Wednesday, January 14, 2026
General entry opens at 10:00 a.m. Japan Time (JST) on Monday, March 2, 2026
Entry closes on Sunday, February 28, 2027
All schedules are subject to change
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A 3-minute overview
Connect with the world
Anyone generally aged 30 or older can join, regardless of skill level. With Tottori’s stunning landscapes as your stage, you will meet and connect with athletes from across the globe—your chance to share your passion in a truly special Japanese setting. Specific age requirements and entry conditions vary by sport.
Four sports in Tottori
Participate in Archery, Cycling, Judo, and Ground Golf across five cities and towns in Tottori Prefecture.
Enjoy Tottori after the competition
Experience the best of Japanese hospitality: Misasa Onsen, Kaike Onsen, premium Tottori Wagyu, and seasonal delicacies from the Sea of Japan.
About the Games
What is the World Masters Games
The World Masters Games is an international multi-sport event for sports enthusiasts aged 30 and over. It began with the first Games in Toronto in 1985. Organized by the International Masters Games Association (IMGA), it is held every four years. Unlike the Olympics, participants can generally compete without selection in most sports. Specific age requirements and entry qualifications vary by sport.
World Masters Games 2027 Kansai
Dates: Friday, May 14, 2027, to Sunday, May 30, 2027
Host regions: Fukui, Shiga, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Nara, Wakayama, Tottori, and Tokushima Prefectures, plus Kyoto City, Osaka City, Sakai City, and Kobe City
Target participants: 50,000 — 30,000 domestic, 20,000 international
Sports: 35 sports, 59 disciplines
Sports in Tottori Prefecture
| Sport | Discipline | Dates | Venue | Capacity |
| Archery | Outdoor | May 15–18 | Yamata Sports Park Athletics Stadium, Tottori City | 600 |
| Archery | Indoor | May 15–18 | Yamata Sports Park Prefectural Gymnasium, Tottori City | 408 |
| Cycling | Track | May 19–22 | Kurayoshi Cycling Track, Kurayoshi City | 550 |
| Cycling | Road | May 23 | Special course, 16.2 km per lap, Kurayoshi City and Hokuei Town | 1,100 |
| Judo | — | May 21–23 | Tottori Prefectural Budokan Main Hall, Yonago City | 500 |
| Ground Golf | — | May 28–29 | Shiokaze no Oka Tomari, Yurihama Town | 672 |
Experience Tottori
The birthplace of ground golf
Ground golf was born in 1982 in Yurihama Town, formerly Tomari Village. Playing at the birthplace, Shiokaze no Oka Tomari, holds special meaning for enthusiasts—a pilgrimage to the sacred grounds where this beloved sport began.
Rewards after the competition
Enjoy fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan, Tottori Wagyu, and local sake, then relax in the renowned hot springs of Misasa Onsen and Kaike Onsen.
Entry guide
Early entry opens at 10:00 a.m. (JST) on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
Entry guidance will be sent by email to the following groups:
Those who received refunds when the 2021 Games were canceled
Those with previous participation in the World Masters Games
Those who registered for the WMG information newsletter, and others
The following sports are still being coordinated and will not have early entry. Details will be announced once preparations are complete:
Orienteering, Sprint, and Forest
Rowing, entry scheduled to open March 2, 2026
Shooting, Clay, and Rifle
Swimming, Diving, and Artistic Swimming
Weightlifting, entry scheduled to open December 2026
General entry opens at 10:00 a.m. (JST) on Monday, March 2, 2026. Registration will be available through the official website.
Entry closes on Sunday, February 28, 2027.
All schedules are subject to change.
Entry fees
Basic fee
Residents of Japan: ¥15,000
International participants: ¥34,000
Multiple disciplines
Up to 5 disciplines: no additional fee
6th discipline onward: ¥2,000 per discipline
How to enter
Please register through the official Games entry website. For details, please check the official website.
Additional information
Volunteer recruitment
We plan to recruit volunteers to support the Games. Details will be announced on the official website once finalized.
Check for updates
Competition schedules and venues are subject to change. Please check the official homepage for the latest information before entering.
Contact
Tottori Prefecture Kansai World Masters Games Division
E-mail: kansai-wmg@pref.tottori.lg.jp
Official website: https://wmg2027.jp/
Sport knows no age.
Connect. Compete. Celebrate.
This is the World Masters Games.
We look forward to welcoming you to Tottori.
Words by Takashi Saito. English proofreading by Laura Payne. Written at the request of Tottori Prefecture