1981 FIVB Volleyball Women's World Cup
| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Host nation | Japan | 
| Dates | 6–16 November | 
| Teams | 8 | 
| Venue(s) | (in 1 host city) | 
| Champions | China (1st title) | 
| Tournament awards | |
| MVP | Sun Jinfang | 
The 1981 FIVB Women's World Cup was held from 6 to 16 November 1981 in Osaka, Japan.