What this is
Pro Wrestling NOAH's SUMMER EPIC 2026 is the promotion's flagship summer event, making its debut at Intex Osaka's Hall 5. NOAH (New Japan Pro-Wrestling's rival promotion, founded in 2000) is one of Japan's most respected professional wrestling organisations, known for its hard-hitting, technically demanding style. The SUMMER EPIC banner represents one of the promotion's marquee annual events, bringing together top-tier talent for high-stakes championship matches and intense rivalries. Debuting at Intex Osaka signals an ambitious scale for the 2026 edition, promising a major spectacle for wrestling fans across western Japan.
Who should go
This event is ideal for professional wrestling fans — both dedicated NOAH followers and curious newcomers who want to experience Japanese puroresu up close. The atmosphere at NOAH events tends to be passionate but knowledgeable, with a crowd that appreciates technical wrestling as much as dramatic storytelling. Casual sports fans and tourists interested in Japanese pop culture will find puroresu an exciting and accessible live spectacle. Arrive early to browse merchandise tables, which typically sell out of popular items before the show begins.
Good to know
Tickets are sold via eplus.jp and pia.jp — both accept foreign credit cards and offer convenience store pickup (combini) at Lawson, which is the most practical option for overseas visitors. Intex Osaka Hall 5 is a large exhibition hall converted for the event, meaning seating configurations can vary — check your ticket for whether it is designated seating or general admission. The venue is cashless-friendly but bringing some yen is advisable for merchandise purchases. NOAH events typically run 3–4 hours including undercard matches, so plan your return transport accordingly. Intex Osaka is located on Sakishima Island, so check the last train times from Cosmosquare Station before the show ends.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.