Taikai
Taikai, written in kanji as 大会, is a Japanese noun that denotes a large gathering or event. Depending on context, it can mean a tournament, a competition, a conference, or a convention. The term is widely used across sports, martial arts, academia, and industry to name organized, formal events.
Etymology: The word combines 大 (dai, big or great) and 会 (kai, meeting or assembly), yielding “great meeting”
Usage: In sports and martial arts, taikai commonly refers to a tournament or championship, often with multiple
Examples and notes: The term appears in the names of many events, for instance kendo taikai or