The prestigious Capcom Cup 11, part of the Street Fighter esports scene, is coming to Tokyo, Japan, hosted at the Ryōgoku Kokugikan with a seating capacity of 11,000 spectators.
Capcom, the renowned video game developer, has announced that the FGC Capcom Cup 11 will be held at the Ryōgoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan. This exciting relocation of the Capcom Cup to Japan was revealed during the final day of Evo Japan 2024.
Key Details
- Location: Ryōgoku Kokugikan, Tokyo, Japan
- Capacity: 11,000 Spectators
The Capcom Cup serves as the culmination of the Capcom Pro Tour season, a prestigious circuit organized by Capcom for its beloved Street Fighter series. The winner of the Capcom Cup 11 will take home an impressive $1 million in earnings, matching the prize awarded to the champion of Capcom Cup X, Wang “UMA” Yuan-hao, back in February.
Capcom Pro Tour Events
The Capcom Pro Tour will feature eight offline events, starting with Evo 2024 in Las Vegas, USA, in July. Following Evo, the tour continues in the USA with the Cream City Convergence in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in August, before moving on to France and Singapore in September and October, respectively.
In October, another event will take place in the USA at East Coast Throwdown. The Capcom Cup 11 will coincide with the annual Street Fighter League World Championship, typically held in the USA before transitioning to Japan for the 2024 season.
Ryōgoku Kokugikan: Historic Venue
The Ryōgoku Kokugikan is a historic venue in Tokyo famous for sumo wrestling. It has a notable history in FGC esports, dating back to a Street Fighter 2 tournament in 1992. Recently, it hosted the VALORANT Red Bull Home Ground tournament in November, further solidifying its significance in the esports community.
Conclusion
Don’t miss the excitement of Capcom Cup 11 at the iconic Ryōgoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, where top Street Fighter competitors will battle for glory and a hefty prize pool. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling event!