Hanshin Tigers Baseball Team 2026 In Japan Ticket
1-82 Kōshienchō, Nishinomiya, Hyogo 663-8152, Japan
Description
Overview
The Hanshin Tigers are one of Japan’s oldest and most beloved professional baseball teams, boasting a fan base known for being the most passionate in the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) league. Playing primarily out of the historic Hanshin Koshien Stadium, the team represents the spirit of the Kansai region with a rich history and a legendary rivalry against the Yomiuri Giants.
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Contact Us →The 2026 season promises an electric atmosphere as the Tigers chase the pennant. Attending a game is more than just watching sports; it is a cultural phenomenon featuring coordinated chants, colorful balloons, and an energy that is unmatched in global athletics.
Why Attend
- Experience the legendary atmosphere of Koshien Stadium, the oldest and most sacred ballpark in Japan
- Join the world-famous “Lucky 7” seventh-inning stretch with thousands of singing fans
- Witness high-level Japanese professional baseball featuring top-tier talent and unique strategies
- Immerse yourself in authentic Japanese fan culture including specialized food and team-specific cheers
- Secure seats for high-demand matchups that frequently sell out within minutes of public release
Schedule & Tickets Information
Below are the complete details for the event, including dates, venues, seat types, and other important ticket information. Once you’ve reviewed everything, simply contact us with your preferred ticket selection, and we’ll assist you with the purchase.
Please note: After receiving your request, we will first check live availability on the official platform. If the tickets are still available, we will try our best to secure them for you. If they are sold out, don’t worry — we can also provide tickets through trusted and verified resale marketplaces in Japan, ensuring you still get the seats you want.
| Date | Start Time | Opponent | Venue | Seat Types |
| Mar 10 (Tue) | 13:00 | Seibu Lions | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 11 (Wed) | 13:00 | Seibu Lions | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 14 (Sat) | 13:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Mazda Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 15 (Sun) | 13:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Mazda Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 17 (Tue) | 13:00 | Chiba Lotte Marines | ZOZO Marine Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 18 (Wed) | 13:00 | Chiba Lotte Marines | ZOZO Marine Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 20 (Fri) | 18:00 | Orix Buffaloes | Kyocera Dome Osaka | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 21 (Sat) | 14:00 | Orix Buffaloes | Kyocera Dome Osaka | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 22 (Sun) | 13:00 | Orix Buffaloes | Kyocera Dome Osaka | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 27 (Fri) | 18:15 | Yomiuri Giants | Tokyo Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 28 (Sat) | 14:00 | Yomiuri Giants | Tokyo Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 29 (Sun) | 14:00 | Yomiuri Giants | Tokyo Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Mar 31 (Tue) | 18:00 | DeNA BayStars | Kyocera Dome Osaka | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 1 (Wed) | 18:00 | DeNA BayStars | Kyocera Dome Osaka | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 2 (Thu) | 18:00 | DeNA BayStars | Kyocera Dome Osaka | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 3 (Fri) | 18:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Mazda Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 4 (Sat) | 14:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Mazda Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 5 (Sun) | 14:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Mazda Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 7 (Tue) | 18:00 | Yakult Swallows | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 8 (Wed) | 18:00 | Yakult Swallows | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 9 (Thu) | 18:00 | Yakult Swallows | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 10 (Fri) | 18:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Vantelin Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 11 (Sat) | 14:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Vantelin Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 12 (Sun) | 13:30 | Chunichi Dragons | Vantelin Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 14 (Tue) | 18:00 | Yomiuri Giants | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 15 (Wed) | 18:00 | Yomiuri Giants | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 16 (Thu) | 18:00 | Yomiuri Giants | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 17 (Fri) | 18:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 18 (Sat) | 14:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 19 (Sun) | 14:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 21 (Tue) | 17:45 | DeNA BayStars | Yokohama Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 22 (Wed) | 17:45 | DeNA BayStars | Yokohama Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 23 (Thu) | 17:45 | DeNA BayStars | Yokohama Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 25 (Sat) | 14:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 26 (Sun) | 14:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 28 (Tue) | 18:00 | Yakult Swallows | Jingu Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 29 (Wed) | 14:00 | Yakult Swallows | Jingu Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| Apr 30 (Thu) | 18:00 | Yakult Swallows | Jingu Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 1 (Fri) | 18:00 | Yomiuri Giants | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 2 (Sat) | 14:00 | Yomiuri Giants | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 3 (Sun) | 14:00 | Yomiuri Giants | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 4 (Mon) | 14:30 | Chunichi Dragons | Vantelin Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 5 (Tue) | 14:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Vantelin Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 6 (Wed) | 14:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Vantelin Dome | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 8 (Fri) | 18:00 | DeNA BayStars | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 9 (Sat) | 14:00 | DeNA BayStars | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 10 (Sun) | 14:00 | DeNA BayStars | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 12 (Tue) | 18:00 | Yakult Swallows | Jingu Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 13 (Wed) | 18:00 | Yakult Swallows | Jingu Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 15 (Fri) | 18:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 16 (Sat) | 14:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 17 (Sun) | 14:00 | Hiroshima Carp | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 19 (Tue) | 18:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Kurashiki Muscat | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 20 (Wed) | 18:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 21 (Thu) | 18:00 | Chunichi Dragons | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 26 (Tue) | 18:00 | Nippon-Ham | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 27 (Wed) | 18:00 | Nippon-Ham | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
| May 28 (Thu) | 18:00 | Nippon-Ham | Koshien Stadium | Infield Reserved, Outfield |
Further Tickets are also available. You can contact us.
Background
The Hanshin Tigers are one of Japan’s oldest and most storied professional baseball teams, competing in the Central League of Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Known for having the most devoted—and often most intense—fanbase in the country, the team represents the cultural heart of the Kansai region. The Tigers are famous for their long-standing “Traditional Series” rivalry with the Yomiuri Giants and their unique seventh-inning “Jet Balloon” tradition, which fills the stadium with yellow and white balloons in a massive display of local pride.
In the 2026 season, the Tigers are managed by Kyuji Fujikawa, a legendary former closer for the team who returned to lead the squad into a new era of dominance. The roster is headlined by elite talent, including infielder Teruaki Sato, who enters the season as one of the league’s premier power hitters, and ace pitcher Shoki Murakami. Playing their home games at the historic Hanshin Koshien Stadium—the “Mecca” of Japanese baseball—the team continues to be a symbol of resilience, maintaining an electric stadium atmosphere that is widely considered the most passionate in all of Asian sports.
Venue Information
- Venue Name: Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Address: 1-82 Koshien-cho, Nishinomiya, Hyogo 663-8152, Japan
- Entry Gates Info: Gates typically open 2 hours before the first pitch; for the April series against Yomiuri, game starts are at 6:00 PM (18:00) with gates at 4:00 PM.
- Nearby Landmarks: Located directly across from Koshien Station (Hanshin Electric Railway) and home to the Koshien History Museum.
FAQs
Where do the Hanshin Tigers play their home games?
The primary home of the Hanshin Tigers is Hanshin Koshien Stadium, located in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture. It is famous for its natural grass, all-dirt infield, and ivy-covered walls, serving as the heart of Japanese baseball.
What is the difference between Infield and Outfield seats?
Infield seats offer a closer view of the players and the technical aspects of the game, while Outfield seats are home to the cheering squads. Outfield seats are where you will experience the most intense chanting and flag-waving from Tigers supporters.
Are Tigers games suitable for international tourists?
Yes, Tigers games are extremely welcoming to international visitors. While the cheers are in Japanese, the energy is universal, and stadiums provide a wide variety of food and merchandise that are easy to navigate for English speakers.
How early should I arrive at Koshien Stadium?
It is recommended to arrive at least 60 to 90 minutes before first pitch. This allows you time to explore the Koshien Museum, purchase unique team merchandise, and enjoy stadium snacks like the famous Koshien Curry.
What happens if it rains during a game?
If a game is officially cancelled due to weather, refund or rescheduling policies apply depending on the ticket source. As Koshien is an open-air stadium, games are subject to weather conditions, unlike games played in domes like Tokyo or Kyocera.
Event Calendar
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - Thursday, December 31, 2026
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