千秋楽
Meanings
1
final performance; closing day; last show
Used for the final day or performance of a theatrical run, concert series, or similar entertainment event.
Today is the final performance of this stage play.
Tickets for the closing day sold out immediately.
2
final day of a sumo tournament
Specifically refers to the last day of a sumo tournament (basho).
The championship was decided on the final day of the tournament.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉が千秋楽を迎えるfor a show, run, or tournament to reach its final day
The play will reach its closing performance next week.
- 〈事〉を千秋楽で飾るto bring something to a fitting close on the final day
He capped off the tournament's final day with a championship win.