MAT Pickleball Open TAKASAKI 2026
— A World-Class Sport × Community-Driven Pickleball Tournament —


Place
Mar 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
MAT Takasaki Tennis Club: Indoor Tennis School – Indoor Hard Courts, Takasaki Tennis Club Indoor School 890-67 Shimano-machi, Takasaki-shi, Gunma 370-0015, Japan
About
■ Tournament Name
MAT Pickleball Open TAKASAKI 2026
■ Purpose of the Tournament (Brand Promotion & Sport Development)
This tournament is held with the sponsorship of Globeride Inc. (DIADEM), aiming to promote and develop competitive skills in pickleball, a rapidly growing global sport.
Set in TAKASAKI, a hub for sports and cultural exchange, the event contributes to regional revitalization, health promotion, and the creation of new sports communities.
Establishment of the MAT brand as a community-led tournament
Promotion of the brand value of global sports brand DIADEM
Increased awareness and growth of the pickleball player base in a rapidly expanding market
Creation of an open and accessible competitive environment for beginners to intermediate players
■ Event Date
Sunday, March 29, 2026
■ Schedule Announcement
Scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2026
■ Venue
MAT Takasaki Tennis ClubIndoor Tennis School – Indoor Hard CourtsPickleball Courts: 8 courts
Address:890-67 Shimano-machi, Takasaki City, Gunma 370-0015, Japan
An indoor venue unaffected by weather conditions, providing a stable environment for both competition and spectators.
■ Organizer
MAT GROUP Co., Ltd.
■ Sponsor
Globeride Inc. (DIADEM)
■ Endorsed by
Pickleball Japan Federation (PJF)
■ Competition Categories
Men’s Doubles: Beginner / Intermediate
Women’s Doubles: Beginner / Intermediate
Mixed Doubles: Beginner / Intermediate
Classes are divided by skill level (Beginner / Intermediate).Mixed Doubles will begin after the completion of the morning Men’s and Women’s Doubles events. Participants may enter:
Men’s Doubles + Mixed Doubles
Women’s Doubles + Mixed Doubles
■ Capacity
16 teams per categoryTotal: 96 teams (maximum 192 players)
Registration will close once capacity is reached.
■ Eligibility
Pickleball enthusiasts
Open to all ages and genders
Entry is based on skill-level categories.
■ Competition Format
Round-robin preliminary matches followed by a knockout tournament
First to 11 points, no deuce
Format may change depending on the number of participants and match progress.
■ Official Ball
Official DIADEM Pickleball (Outdoor, 40-hole)
■ Awards
Champion, Runner-up, and Third Place in each class
Original awards sponsored by DIADEM
Prizes provided by sponsoring companies
■ Entry Fee
8,000 JPY per team (tax included)
Payment must be completed in advance via “Pickleball Bear” at the time of entry.
■ Registration
Registration Method: Pickleball Bear
Registration Deadline: Sunday, March 22, 2026
Registration may close before the deadline if capacity is reached.
■ Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made after the registration deadline will be charged the full entry fee.Thank you for your understanding.
■ Membership Requirement
Participants must be PJF individual members.Please register at the following link:
https://www.pickleball-japan.org
【Important】 Parking Information
Participants requiring parking must inform the organizers in advance at the time of registration.
A parking pass will be provided on the event day.
Parking availability is limited.
Without prior application, parking may not be available due to full capacity.
Please use public transportation whenever possible or arrange carpooling.
■ Contact – Tournament Office
MAT Takasaki Tennis Club Indoor Tennis School
Phone: +81-27-353-5855
Contact Person: Yokota
★ MAT Pickleball Open TAKASAKI 2026
Pickleball Bear Entry Pages
Women’s Doubles (Beginner)https://www.tennisbear.net/event/1189639/info
Women’s Doubles (Intermediate)https://www.tennisbear.net/event/1189659/info
Men’s Doubles (Beginner)https://www.tennisbear.net/event/1166064/info
Men’s Doubles (Intermediate)https://www.tennisbear.net/event/1189646/info
Mixed Doubles (Beginner)https://www.tennisbear.net/event/1189643/info
Mixed Doubles (Intermediate)https://www.tennisbear.net/event/1189655/info




