Nagaoka Nou-challe Project will host the Tokyo Qualifiers for the World Edamame Speed Eating Championship 2026 at Tokyo Culture Culture on July 3-4, 2026. Peatix tickets cost 3,500 yen and go on sale June 5 at noon.
The Nagaoka Nou-challe Project Executive Committee (chaired by Ken Oshima) announced that the Tokyo Qualifiers for the World Edamame Speed Eating Championship 2026 (held July 11 at Aore Nagaoka) will take place at Tokyo Culture Culture in Shibuya across three sessions on July 3-4, 2026.\n\nAlthough Niigata Prefecture ranks first in edamame cultivation area nationwide, its shipment volume is seventh as residents consume most of it locally. The Tokyo Qualifiers, now in their fourth year, offer a competitive food battle to win a ticket to the main championship. This year's event features expanded slots on Saturday.\n\nTickets are priced at 3,500 yen (including edamame and local food/drinks) and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis via Peatix starting June 5 at noon, with a capacity of 80 participants per session. The event has been renewed to focus more on competition than previous buffet-style formats, while still offering local Niigata sake and dishes. Radio personality Minoru Chris Takizawa will host the Saturday sessions. Media and influencers are welcome to cover or join the event.
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FAQ
When will the Tokyo qualifiers for the World Edamame Speed Eating Championship 2026 be held?
They will be held in three sessions: July 3, 2026 (Fri) 19:00-21:00, and July 4, 2026 (Sat) 11:00-13:00 and 16:00-18:00.
Where is the venue for the Tokyo qualifiers?
The venue is Tokyo Culture Culture, located on the 4th floor of cocoti SHIBUYA (1-23-16 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo).
How much are the tickets for the Tokyo qualifiers, and where can they be purchased?
Tickets cost 3,500 JPY (includes edamame and food/drink) and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis via Peatix (https://edamameyosen2026.peatix.com/) starting June 5, 2026, at noon.
What are the participation requirements and rules for the Tokyo qualifiers?
Participants must be 16 years of age or older. The qualifier is an individual-only competition. Those who have already applied and been selected for the main tournament cannot participate. A liability waiver is required.
When and where will the main championship be held?
It will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Aore Nagaoka in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture.