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TOKYO, JAPAN<\/strong> \u2014 AXS Japan<\/a>, a trusted leader in advanced ticketing and live event technology, announced today that it will serve as the Official Ticketing Partner for \u201cBLACK SAMURAI SUMMIT 2026,\u201d the second annual special event hosted by professional basketball player Rui Hachimura, taking place from August 6-8, 2026. The BLACK SAMURAI Showcase concludes a training camp designed to elevate Japanese basketball on the global stage while inspiring the next generation of players and fans across the country.<\/p>\n

BLACK SAMURAI is a breakthrough event that creates a powerful bridge between Rui Hachimura, competing at the highest level of international basketball, and the next generation of athletes in Japan who aspire to follow in his footsteps. Through direct fan engagement and hands-on mentorship, Hachimura shares the elite skills, physical preparation, and disciplined mindset required to compete among the world\u2019s best. Building on the momentum of 2025, \u201cBLACK SAMURAI 2026\u201d will once again deliver immersive coaching experiences for young players while serving as a defining sports and entertainment platform that promotes ambition nationwide and strengthens Japan\u2019s presence in the global basketball community.<\/p>\n

From Rui Hachimura:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI am grateful for AXS\u2019s support and for their belief in the vision that BLACK SAMURAI represents. As a Japanese athlete and a professional basketball player, my goal is to grow this initiative over the long term, elevate it to an even higher level, and ultimately share it with the world. Together with AXS, I hope we can create a seamless and trusted event experience \u2013 not only for the young players participating in the camp, but also for the fans who support this journey.\u201d<\/p>\n

AXS, the ticketing arm of AEG \u2013 the world\u2019s leading sports and live entertainment company \u2013 manages ticket sales for hundreds of arenas, sports teams, festivals, and concerts throughout North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. AXS\u2019s platform provides global-standard functionality with flexible ticketing configurations designed to support diverse event needs. This enables event organizers to configure ticket sales settings and tailor their ticketing strategies at the individual event level.<\/p>\n

From Akio Masamoto, Vice President, AXS Japan:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cBLACK SAMURAI is more than an event \u2013 it represents ambition, national pride and the elevation of Japanese basketball onto the world stage. It is an honor for AXS to serve as official ticketing partner in support of Rui Hachimura\u2019s leadership and vision. Through our global platform and commitment to innovation, security and fan experience, we are proud to help deliver an event worthy of Rui\u2019s mission and the next generation of athletes.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cBLACK SAMURAI SUMMIT 2026\u201d Event Overview<\/strong>
Event Name: BLACK SAMURAI SUMMIT 2026
Event Date: August 6-8, 2026
Organizer: BLACK SAMURAI
Official Ticket Sales: AXS Japan (Official Ticketing Partner)
Onsale Information: 12:00 JST, April 17 (20:00 PDT, April 16)
Official Event Website: https:\/\/blacksamurai.jp\/2026\/summit<\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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