Yamaguchi to host 4v4 soccer festival in October 2026

Now Do Inc., led by Keisuke Honda, and KDDI will host the ‘4v4 EVENT Presented by au Autumn Soccer Festival 2026 in Yamaguchi’ from October 10 to 12, 2026, at Yamaguchi Kirara Expo Memorial Park.

The event features the ‘4v4’ format, a four-player soccer style designed by Honda to emphasize individual decision-making and engagement. Former Japanese national team players Yosuke Kashiwagi and Yuya Kubo will serve as instructors for specialized soccer clinics aimed at elementary school students.

Activities include talk sessions, soccer clinics, and experience tournaments. The event is part of the ‘yab Fureai Festa 2026’ organized by Yamaguchi Asahi Broadcasting. Participation in the clinics and tournaments is free, though registration is required via a lottery or first-come, first-served basis.