1997 Emperor's Cup Final was the 77th final of the Emperor's Cup competition. The final was played at National Stadium in Tokyo on January 1, 1998. Kashima Antlers won the championship.
Kashima Antlers won their 1st title, by defeating Yokohama Flügels 3âÂÂ0 with Tadatoshi Masuda, Mazinho and Atsushi Yanagisawa goal.