The 8th World Naginata Championship (July 13, 2024)

On July 13, the 8th World Naginata Championship, hosted by the United States Naginata Federation (USNF), was held at the University of Colorado Boulder. This tournament, sponsored by the International Naginata Federation (INF) is a quadrennial event bringing together athletes from Asia, Europe, Oceania, and the Americas.
 

The Consulate-General of Japan in Denver was also invited to attend, and Deputy Consul-General Azechi gave short remarks during the opening ceremony.