Sukeban World Championship Fight at Anime Expo 2026

Sukeban, the Japanese female pro-wrestling league, will make its triumphant return to Anime Expo with a World Championship Fight on July 3rd, 2026. Blending wrestling, anime, fashion, and music into a one-of-a-kind experience, Sukeban brings together the toughest wrestlers and girl gangs from Tokyo to fight for world domination, in an event that will also feature special appearances and surprise cameos.

Split into rival stables including the Harajuku Stars, Cherry Bomb Girls, Dangerous Liaisons, Vandals, and Tokyo Toys, members will compete at Anime Expo to be crowned the Sukeban Champion.

TICKET INFO

$151.60   VIP (Ringside seating)
  $51.60   General Admission Floor (standing)
$101.60   Balcony A (seated)
  $76.60   Balcony B (seated)
Note:  Prices shown above include applicable ticket fees.

Price tier locations:

Reminder: You MUST have both a ticket for the event plus a valid Anime Expo (4-day or any 1-day) credential for entry access. You cannot enter the event location without an AX credential to enter the Novo regardless of having a ticket.

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Disclaimer: Show time, duration, and performers are subject to change at the discretion of SPJA or the organizer.

EVENT RESTRICTIONS

-No re-entry. If you leave/exit the venue, you cannot re-enter. 
-Please be aware: cameras will be present inside the venue to record the show.

Please check the Novo FAQ page for general information, restrictions, and prohibited items for their venue. 

To preview a virtual view inside The Novo, click here.

CHECK-IN PROCEDURES

-ADA attendees will have priority entry at 6:45 PM. Line up begins 15 minutes prior to entry.
-Doors open and check-in begins at 7:00 PM (regardless of ticket tier). There will be assigned seating and first-come first-serve standing, please arrive appropriately based on your selected ticket type.
-Doors close and the show will begin at 8:00 PM. Check-in will end promptly at 9:00 PM, 1 hour after the show starts.

TICKETING POLICIES

(complete list of policies can be found on the AX Legal page)

To attend any of the events produced and/or hosted by Society for the Promotion of Japanese Anime (SPJA) during AX, all ticket holders MUST also have a valid AX credential.

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All events are subject to change. Closer to the date of the event, please confirm the date, time, and location prior to the event as well as when doors open or close on the event page, AX program guide, or AX mobile app.

Refund Policy
All sales are final.  No refunds or exchanges for tickets, wristbands, vouchers or product sales.  Please review all items in your order before checking out to ensure you are purchasing the items you intend on buying before completing your transaction.

No refunds for late arrival after check-in ends or missed shows. 

Upgrade Policy
The buyer can upgrade their event ticket(s) to a higher priced ticket, based on availability, by emailing:  [email protected].  The deadline to submit an upgrade request is June 12, 2026.

Purchasing Accessible Tickets
Visit the AX website (www.anime-expo.org) to find your event. Go to the event page and view ticket selections. Most general admission events provide limited accommodations for wheelchairs/mobility scooters, on a first-come, first-serve basis. 

To purchase ADA or accessible seats, please email: [email protected] with your request.  In your email, please include the event name, the price level you are interested in purchasing, and any special requirements so we can better assist you.

It is highly recommended that anyone requiring accommodation for a wheelchair or mobility scooter arrive early to take advantage of priority entry during check-in.  Please arrive 15-20 minutes before doors open and ensure your entire party is present.

If you have ticket-related questions, need assistance with your ticket order, or have an ADA inquiry, please email: [email protected].

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