Thank you for your continued support of the Ryukyu Golden Kings.

We are thrilled to announce that "ISLAND GAMES 2026" will be held at the Okinawa Suntory Arena, bringing passionate and exciting basketball games to Okinawa, the heart of Japanese basketball.

From Monday, September 7th to Thursday, September 10th, designated as "INTERNATIONAL WEEK," we will host a series of matchups featuring two powerhouse teams: the Perth Wildcats from Australia’s professional basketball league (NBL) and the Chiba Jets. Furthermore, on Tuesday, September 15th, Ryukyu Golden Kings will face off against the Ibaraki Robots, who have recently signed forward Vic Law (#4), who played a starring role as the ace of the Ryukyu Golden Kings until last season.

Ticket sales are scheduled to begin in early August. Detailed sales information will be announced on the official Ryukyu Golden Kings website and social media channels as soon as it is finalized.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Okinawa Suntory Arena to witness the Ryukyu Golden Kings' first battle of the season!

■Game Schedule
Monday, September 7, 19:35 TIP-OFF(JST)
Ryukyu Golden Kings vs. Chiba Jets

Tuesday, September 8, 19:35 TIP-OFF(JST)
Chiba Jets vs. Perth Wildcats

Thursday, September 10, 19:35 TIP-OFF(JST)
Ryukyu Golden Kings vs. Perth Wildcats 

Tuesday, September 15, 19:35 TIP-OFF(JST)
Ryukyu Golden Kings vs. Ibaraki Robots

Sept. 7 (Mon) – Sept. 10 (Thu): INTERNATIONAL WEEK

The Perth Wildcats, a prestigious club from Australia’s NBL, and the Chiba Jets, one of the B.LEAGUE’s top powerhouses, gather in Okinawa. World-class basketball will unfold right here at the Okinawa Suntory Arena. Don't miss this special week that embodies the Ryukyu Golden Kings' ongoing mission: "OKINAWA to the World." We look forward to seeing you at the arena!

Sept. 7 (Mon): Ryukyu Golden Kings vs. Chiba Jets

On the opening day of "ISLAND GAMES 2026," the Ryukyu Golden Kings will face the Chiba Jets. Their roster is packed with premier, national-team-caliber talent, led by Yuta Watanabe (#1) and former Ryukyu Golden Kings standout Naoki Tashiro (#4), who played for our team from the 2016-24 seasons. Come and experience this must-watch matchup at the arena as these two fierce rivals, who have delivered countless legendary battles, clash once again.

Date & Time: Monday, September 7, 19:35 TIP-OFF(JST)

Sept. 8 (Tue): Chiba Jets vs. Perth Wildcats

The Perth Wildcats, a prestigious top-tier powerhouse, boast a record 10 championships in Australia's professional league (NBL). This clash between a world-class club and the Chiba Jets, featuring Yuki Togashi (#2), is a truly special, once-in-a-lifetime matchup that can only be witnessed right here.

Date & Time: Tuesday, September 8, 19:35 TIP-OFF(JST)

Sept. 10 (Thu): Ryukyu Golden Kings vs. Perth Wildcats

The rematch against the Perth Wildcats, following last season's hard-fought battles during our Australia tour, will now take place at the Okinawa Suntory Arena. Hosting a world-class powerhouse like the Perth Wildcats in Okinawa, this is a precious opportunity to experience a high-intensity international matchup.

Date & Time: Thursday, September 10, 19:35 TIP-OFF

Sept. 15 (Tue): Ryukyu Golden Kings vs. Ibaraki Robots

The Ryukyu Golden Kings will face the Ibaraki Robots, who have recently acquired forward Vic Law (#4), the very player who led our team as our ace until last season. With other premier national-team-caliber talent joining their roster, including Hirotaka Yoshii (#8) and Hugh Watanabe (#34), this is bound to be a passionate and exciting matchup. Come and witness this thrilling battle at the Okinawa Suntory Arena!

Date & Time: Tuesday, September 15, 19:35 TIP-OFF(JST)