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PS:JAPAN 2026 Entry Deadline Approaches

As excitement builds for the upcoming PS:JAPAN 2026, enthusiasts are reminded that the entry deadline is swiftly nearing. SANKYO Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the gaming industry, has confirmed its ongoing sponsorship of the All Japan Student Gaming Federation, also known as Gakuyuren, starting from the fiscal year 2024. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to fostering the student community passionate about the world of pachinko and pachislot.

About the All Japan Student Gaming Federation

The Gakuyuren serves as a conduit for students who cherish pachinko and pachislot, facilitating interactions and practical experiences that aren’t typically found in academic settings. This student organization aims to uncover new possibilities within the pachinko industry from a youthful perspective.

Overview of PS:JAPAN

PS:JAPAN, organized by Gakuyuren, stands as one of Japan's largest national tournaments aimed at students passionate about pachinko and pachislot. The competition is structured around team events consisting of 2 to 5 participants. After regional preliminaries conducted both in physical venues across Japan and online, the grand finale is slated to take place in Hokkaido. A significant incentive for participants is the generous scholarship prize awarded to the winning team, amounting to 1.11 million yen per team member.

Special Collaboration Preliminary Round

This year introduces an exciting development: the Special Collaboration Preliminary Round. Scheduled for August 23 and 24, 2026, teams can participate easily from anywhere using the smartphone application Slopachi Spirit (© CommSeed Corporation). Teams participating will receive special tickets to enter the preliminary competition via the app, and they will compete across various rounds to earn the chance to progress to the finals.

It’s important to note that participating in this Unique Collaboration Preliminary Round does not require any in-app purchases or the acquisition of paid items. The competition is based solely on simulation scores, and there are no monetary rewards tied to the outcomes.

PS:JAPAN 2026 Competition Schedule

The main event encompasses several stages of competition:

• - National Block Preliminary Rounds: Japan is divided into four blocks (Hokkaido, Tohoku-Kanto-Chubu, Kinki-Chugoku-Shikoku, and Kyushu-Okinawa), competing in practical game challenges using real pachinko and pachislot machines.
• - East-West Large Preliminary Rounds: These rounds will take place at major venues in both the eastern and western regions of Japan, where high-scoring individuals will gain access to the finals.
• - Special Collaboration Preliminary Rounds: An online contest facilitated through the Slopachi Spirit app allows for greater participation by students nationwide.

Final Tournament Details

The final tournament is set for September 7-8, 2026, in Hokkaido, where the qualifying teams will be invited with covered travel expenses and accommodation.

Entry Details

Students interested in joining the competition must submit their entries by July 17, 2026, by 23:59. For all those keen on taking part, the registration link is available here.

For more detailed information and updates regarding PS:JAPAN 2026, please visit the official websites of the event and the All Japan Student Gaming Federation at PS:JAPAN Official Website and All Japan Student Gaming Federation Official Website.

Please note that the information provided is accurate as of the release date, and may be subject to change.