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2nd WKB World Open Kyokushin Karate Championship 2027 – Esztergom, Hungary

The 2nd WKB World Open Kyokushin Karate Championship will take place on 20 November, 2027, in Esztergom, Hungary, bringing together Kyokushin Karate athletes for an important international competition.

WKB Latvia Open 2026 – Kyokushin Karate Championship in Salaspils

The WKB Latvia Open 2026 will take place on 28 November, 2026, in Salaspils, Latvia, bringing together Kyokushin Karate athletes for an international championship focused on competition, technical skills, and fighting spirit.

WKB Black Belt and Fighters Seminar 2027 – Poland

The WKB Black Belt and Fighters Seminar 2027 will take place from 5 to 7 March, 2027, at Dojo Stara Wieś, Poland, bringing together Kyokushin Karate practitioners for three days of training, technical development, and shared experience.

WKB Spanish Open 2027 – Sabadell, Spain

The WKB Spanish Open 2027 will take place on 20 February, 2027, in Sabadell, Barcelona, Spain, bringing together Kyokushin Karate athletes for an exciting day of competition.

Rzeszów 2027: WKB Open European Championship and European Cup U21

The World Kyokushin Budokai (WKB) is pleased to announce the WKB Open European Championship and European Cup U21, which will take place on September 25, 2027, at Podpromie Hall in Rzeszów, Poland.

WKB Canada Continues to Grow with 2026 Summer Grading

WKB Canada continues to grow, with its annual Summer Grading bringing together almost 50 karateka for a demanding examination at the Contact Kicks Martial Arts dojo in Mississauga, Ontario.

SO-KYOKUSHIN UK CHAMPIONSHIP 2026

WKB SUMMER CAMP 2026 – HUNGARY

WHAT AN INCREDIBLE CAMP! WHAT AN INCREDIBLE WKB FAMILY!

Sarnen 2027: WKB European Championship Kata & Kumite Officially Announced

The World Kyokushin Budokai (WKB) is proud to announce that the 10th European Championship Kata & Kumite will take place on May 8, 2027, in Sarnen, Switzerland, bringing together athletes from across Europe for a premier Kyokushin Karate event.

Official Invitation: 1st WKB Kyokushin Seminar in Italy

WKB Italy officially invites all members of the Kyokushin community to participate in the 1st WKB Kyokushin Seminar in Montesilvano, taking place on May 30–31, 2026. A unique opportunity to share knowledge, spirit, and international fellowship.

All Japan Open de Point&KO 2026 - Dojo Sabadell

A historic milestone for Sabadell Dojo: Our fighters take over Japan. From an all-Sabadell final at the Japan Open to the official announcement of the 2027 World Championship at the Tokyo Budokan, the spirit of our dojo has never been stronger.

WKB Canada Report: 2026 KWU Senshi Gold Cup in Montreal

WKB Canada’s Ontario Branch competed at the historic 2026 KWU Senshi Gold Cup in Montreal, the largest Kyokushin event ever held in North America. With over 750 participants from 80 dojos, the team delivered a strong performance, earning multiple podium finishes and demonstrating true Kyokushin spirit.

The All Kyokushin Knockdown Tournament will take place on August 16 in Mauritius.

For the third time in history, Mauritius will host this prestigious WKB event. Registration via Kumite Technology panel.

Train with a Champion: International Karate Seminar Coming to La Paz! - June 7, 2026.

Are you ready to elevate your martial arts journey? We are thrilled to announce that WKB La Paz - Bolivia and Daruma Dojo will be hosting a prestigious International Karate Seminar this upcoming June.

WKB United Kingdom Winter Camp

We are pleased to announce the WKB United Kingdom Winter Camp, taking place on 28 February 2026.

WKB Winter camp with Kancho Pedro Roiz

On January 9-11, 2026 we invite you to a unique WKB Poland winter training camp, during which participants will have the opportunity to perfect all aspects of Kyokushin Karate, with a particular emphasis on technique and preparation for master's exams.

New black belts awarded at the World Championships

During the opening ceremony, The President Kancho Pedro Roiz and Shihan Daniel Sanchez presented new black belts to WKB members.