Catch B.LEAGUE FINAL WEEK in MANILA 2026 at SM Megamall from May 21 to 24
The Japan Professional Basketball League, commonly known as B.LEAGUE, is pleased to announce the details and guest lineup for “B.LEAGUE FINAL WEEK in MANILA 2026,” which will be held from Thursday, May 21 to Sunday, May 24, 2026, at SM Megamall, one of the largest shopping malls in the Philippines. B.LEAGUE is Japan’s men’s professional basketball league, headquartered in Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, under the leadership of Chairman Shinji Shimada.
IMAGE from Japan Professional Basketball League (B.LEAGUE) International Development Group
This event was planned for the second consecutive year to give fans in the Philippines—where basketball is loved as a national sport—the opportunity to experience Japan’s B.LEAGUE. Through programs such as viewing parties, clinics, and tournaments, the event aims not only to showcase the excitement of B.LEAGUE basketball, but also to contribute to solving social issues within local communities, in line with the league’s philosophy.
Additionally, this project will be carried out as an officially recognized “Commemorative Event of 2026 Philippines-Japan Friendship Year” (70th Anniversary of Normalization of Diplomatic Relations) by the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, in recognition of its contribution to promoting exchange between Japan and the Philippines, enhancing mutual understanding, and strengthening friendly relations between the two countries.
DAY 1: Thursday, May 21
4:00 p.m. | Press Conference
B.LEAGUE will hold a press conference to announce its future initiatives and activities in the Philippines. The session will feature Nao Okamoto, B.LEAGUE Executive Officer of the International Business Group and Basketball Operations Group, and Dwight Ramos of LEVANGA HOKKAIDO. Additional guests will be announced soon.
6:00 p.m. | B.Hope ASIA 1on1 CHALLENGE 2026 in Manila supported by Meiji
The inaugural Under-14 1on1 basketball tournament will take place during FINAL WEEK. Qualifying rounds were held in both northern and southern Manila, with 16 standout players advancing to the FINAL WEEK stage. Through serious 1on1 competition, these next-generation talents will further sharpen their basketball skills and mental toughness. The event will feature Ray Parks Jr. of OSAKA EVESSA as guest.
DAY 2: Friday, May 22
6:00 p.m. | YANMAR HANASAKA B.Hope ASIA 3×3 CHALLENGE 2026 in Manila
Following last year’s success, the 3×3 basketball tournament returns once again. The tournament is centered around the theme of gender equality, with all eight teams competing under special mixed-gender rules. By showcasing men and women working together toward victory, the event promotes the importance of diversity and inclusion. The event will feature Francis Lopez of FIGHTING EAGLES NAGOYA as guest.
DAY 3: Saturday, May 23
1:30 p.m. | B.LEAGUE FINALS Viewing Party Game 1
Fans can watch Game 1 of the Resona Group B.LEAGUE FINALS 2025–26 live on a giant screen. The event will feature Kiefer Ravena of YOKOHAMA B-CORSAIRS. Admission is free and open to everyone. Seating capacity is limited.
5:30 p.m./7:30 p.m. | B.Hope ASIA Jr. CLINIC 2026 in Manila supported by Toyota
Following last year’s clinic, this year’s program will expand to two days with four total sessions. On Day 3, a new session for younger children aged 7–9 will join the program. Through basketball, the clinic aims to contribute to addressing social issues such as health and educational inequality. Kiefer Ravena will also be the featured guest for this event.
DAY 4: Sunday, May 24
12:00 p.m. | B.LEAGUE FINALS Viewing Party Game 2
Fans can watch Game 2 of the Resona Group B.LEAGUE FINALS 2025–26 live on a giant screen. Admission is free and open to everyone. Seating capacity is limited.
5:30 p.m./7:30 p.m. | B.Hope ASIA Jr. CLINIC 2026 in Manila supported by NISSEI
On Day 4, approximately 50 students from local Japanese schools and Filipino children will participate together in the clinic. The year 2026 marks the 70th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and the Philippines, making this a meaningful opportunity to promote international exchange through basketball.
Additional Activities
Guests can also look forward to the B.LEAGUE and sponsor booths, where a variety of attractions and activities will be available throughout the event.
B.LEAGUE will also hold the “Pass It Forward” Jersey Recycling Campaign at its booth to promote the 3Rs: reduce, reuse, and recycle as an effort to protect the environment. Through this initiative, guests are encouraged to donate basketball uniform tops or bottoms that are no longer used, such as those that have become too small, so they may be passed on to a new owner.
Collected uniforms will be donated to underprivileged children in the Philippines who wish to pursue basketball. Donors will also receive a B.LEAGUE original novelty item as a token of appreciation. Please note that badly soiled, torn, or unusable uniforms will not be accepted, while donation recipients and implementation dates will be announced once finalized.
Through these activities, B.LEAGUE FINAL WEEK in MANILA 2026 brings together basketball, community engagement, and meaningful action for fans and young players in the Philippines.
