Date: February 4th, 2026
Place：Stumps Indoor Cricket Nets, Werahera, Colombo
Organizer：Sri Lanka Branch (Branch Chief: Mahesh Gayan Amarasinghe)
On February 4th, 2026, the Shinkyokushin Kumite Championship 2026 was successfully conducted at Stumps Indoor Cricket Nets, Werahera, Colombo, organized by the Black Belt Union of Mahesh Amarasinghe Branch, under the guidance and supervision of Branch Chief Mahesh Gayan Amarasinghe.
This event marked an important milestone for the development of Shinkyokushinkai Karate in Sri Lanka, bringing together more than 70 dedicated students from all branch dojos to demonstrate their spirit, discipline, and fighting skills.
The championship included competitors from Under 6 to 18 years, with both male and female divisions, ensuring equal opportunities for all young karateka.
The tournament was conducted with the support of our respected black belt referees and judges:
Senpai Dewna, Senpai Gahanath, Senpai Mauran, Senpai Rumeth, Senpai Yenuka, Senpai Dinuli, Senpai Vinudi, and Senpai Chamathka, with overall supervision to maintain fairness, discipline, and technical standards.
Winners were awarded medals, trophies, and certificates in recognition of their hard work, fighting spirit, and commitment to the Dojo Kun.
A special highlight of this year’s event was the introduction of a paperless online tournament management system, allowing smooth match scheduling, accurate category division, and efficient single-elimination bracket management. This modern digital approach greatly enhanced the organization and transparency of the competition, setting a new standard for local karate tournaments.
The successful completion of the Kumite Championship 2026 reflects the continuous growth of Shinkyokushinkai Karate in Sri Lanka and our strong commitment to nurturing young athletes while upholding the traditional values of discipline, respect, and excellence.
We humbly extend our gratitude to Japan Headquarters, WKO leadership, and the Asian region for their continuous guidance and inspiration. We will continue working hard to develop strong karateka and uphold the spirit of Shinkyokushinkai.
