# Event Details - **Event Name**: France International Katana Open Tournament - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm (+02:00) - **Event Description**: We are proud to host the 1st ever international open steel fencing tournament dedicated to katana and all other similar Asian 2 handed sabers! PLEASE REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/HYP82WAYiYeiWGuU6 (see end of page for bank info) PLEASE READ FULL RULES AND GUIDELINES HERE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MQdJ47Agofhdx5bPzSFiJz0gq8pSOTxn/view?usp=sharing Participants: everyone is welcome, regardless of experience, style or background. Max 32 participants Date: SAT 13 JUNE, 9h30 - 17h Location: SOISSONS, FRANCE Salle d'armes du Belvédère, 9 rue du Belvédère 02200 Soissons How to get there: Main train station: Gare de Soissons (Soissons train station) By train: search directly for Gare de Soissons train station By plane: arrive at Charles de Gaulle airport, then take the RERB to Paris Gare du Nord, then take the TER to Soissons (1h30 in total). If you are traveling in group of 3+, best is to take a taxi directly to Soissons (55min). The event location is 5min of taxi / uber ride from the train station Weapons: katana Brands accepted: Akado, Castille, Sigi Max total length 100cm, max blade length 74cm, flex weight no more than 12kg What if I don't have my own katana? Two options: 1. You can buy your own akado katana on site with a 5% discount. Pls contact us beforehand 2. You can pay a loan sword fees of 20e to use loan equipment Participation fees: 40e (plus 20e loan sword fee if applicable) Tournament format: We guarantee that every fighter will be able to do a minimum of 5 matches and a maximum of 18 matches (depending on the final number of participants). No more traveling just to do 1-2 matches before elimination! Outside of the main tournament, there will be a free activity area where participants can do free matches, test out techniques, try out different weapons (naginata, yari, wakizashi, Dan Dao, nodachi) while waiting. You will never get bored! Note: to avoid scam, we NEVER communicate bank details changes via messages or DMs. International Bank Account Number IBAN: FR76 3002 7172 7900 0216 8620 119 Bank Information Bank Name: CIC Soissons BIC (Bank Identifier Code): CMCIFRPP Account Holder CATAI DOJO DO 5 Rue Navier 75017 Paris France - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/viry-noureuil/france-international-katana-open-tournament/200029932556248 - **Event Categories**: Sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Viry Noureuil - **state**: PI - **country**: France - **location**: 9 Rue du Belvédère, 02200 Soissons, France - **lat**: 49.38521 - **long**: 3.33982 - **full address**: 9 Rue du Belvédère, 02200 Soissons, France, 9 Rue du Belvédère, 02200 Soissons, France, Viry Noureuil ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: France International Katana Open Tournament - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/2539f4b21e40b9907b960473528c4a69d18fca329f20ef65d5e5ff2941fbfc27-rimg-w1200-h900-dcd8d6d2-gmir?v=1776002867 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is France International Katana Open Tournament being held? - **A:** France International Katana Open Tournament takes place on Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 9 Rue du Belvédère, 02200 Soissons, France, 9 Rue du Belvédère, 02200 Soissons, France, Viry Noureuil. - **Q**: Who is organizing France International Katana Open Tournament? - **A:** France International Katana Open Tournament is organized by Honneur aux Armes. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** France International Katana Open Tournament is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Viry Noureuil, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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