2XKO is heading to Evo Japan 2026. It’s our second Major event of the year, with over $90,000 in prizing on the line, and the competition will be fierce.

Watch our Evo Japan trailer below and hear from Japanese pros—2WINz Haru and Toshi, ikoan, and poka—about fighting on their home turf.

Whether you’re competing in the bracket, attending as a spectator, or watching from home, read on for everything you need to know about the weekend.

Key Event Details

Dates: May 1-3, 2026

Location: Tokyo Big Sight (3-chōme-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0063, Japan)

Website: evojapan.gg/ 

**All visitors will need an Evo Japan 2026 pass to attend. Learn more on the Evo website.

2XKO Tournament & Streaming Schedule

Here’s a quick overview of the schedule at Evo Japan. The 2XKO tournament will take place across a single day on Friday, May 1. Watch at the streams linked below.

On-site Broadcasting

You can catch the 2XKO tournament from start to finish on the 2XKO Twitch and Youtube channels, or with our on-site broadcasters, who will commentate in English and French. Visit their channels anytime on May 1 JST.

English: iHeartJustice, Infernasu, and TNS Proxy.

French: MK_RZA, FLASHNO, and Vic.

After the official tournament ends, the on-site broadcasters will keep the show going with 2XKO showmatches, pro player interviews, and more. Tune in May 2 JST.

Watch Parties

Official 2XKO Evo Japan watch parties will be live all weekend, with creators around the world hosting from home. Browse the 2XKO category on Twitch to join in.

Competitor Info

If you’re competing in 2XKO at Evo Japan, make sure you’re set up to collect your rewards.

• Once you’re finished with pools, visit the 2XKO booth to collect your Akali pin, only for Evo Japan competitors.
• Connect your Riot ID to start.gg to receive the Blood Moon Akali skin. 
  • If you survive pools, you’ll get all the Blood Moon skin sets. 

2XKO Booth @ Evo Japan

The 2XKO booth at Evo Japan will be open all weekend. Stop by to run some sets, pick up swag, and more. Here’s what you can look forward to.

Evo Japan Swag

Win a random collectible at our capsule toy machine, full of 2XKO-themed prizes. Your capsule could contain stickers, an acrylic charm, or more if it’s your lucky day. 

Also, 2XKO competitors that have completed their pools matches can pick up an Akali pin from the booth. Talk to a 2XKO staff member to get started.

Casual Setups

The 2XKO booth will be home to seven playable 2XKO stations, where you can 2v2, 1v2, or 1v1 in casual matches. 

Cosplayer Photo Op

We’ll host a rotating cast of cosplayers all weekend. Stop by and grab a picture with your favorite champs. Featuring:

• Cyacyamaru as Akali.
• sakuraba as Yasuo.
• Nekomiya saki as Ahri.

Check the 2XKO socials for updates on their schedule.

We’ll See You There

It’s gonna be an action-packed weekend. Whether you’re attending Evo Japan in person or watching from home, hit us up at @2XKOJP or @Play2XKO to show us what you get up to.