B.LEAGUE Day
Industry DaysWhat Is B.LEAGUE Day
September 22 is "B.LEAGUE Day" in Japan, commemorating the opening game of the B.LEAGUE, Japan's professional basketball league, played on this date in 2016. The day was certified and registered by the Japan Anniversary Association the following year, in 2017.
The Opening Game That Announced a New Era for Japanese Basketball
The B.LEAGUE was created by unifying Japan's previously divided professional basketball scene into a single new league. The opening game, held on September 22, 2016, marked the start of a new chapter in the history of Japanese basketball.
- Date: September 22, 2016 — the B.LEAGUE's opening game was played
- Certification: Certified and registered by the Japan Anniversary Association in 2017
- Significance: A day marking the birth of a unified league and celebrating the growth of basketball culture in Japan
A New Professional League Born from Unification
Before the B.LEAGUE was formed, Japan's professional basketball scene had been split across multiple competing leagues for a time. Resolving that division and relaunching as a single league was a major turning point for players and fans alike.
Ways to Mark the Day
- Check the B.LEAGUE's game schedule and team information
- Learn about the history behind the B.LEAGUE's founding and Japanese basketball
- Cheer on your local basketball team
- Watch or play a game of basketball yourself
A New Step for Japanese Basketball, Written on the Court
B.LEAGUE Day looks back on the milestone moment when Japanese basketball came together as one. This September 22, take a moment to appreciate the players bringing the court to life.