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Japan Rail Pass and Sports: How to Use Your JR Pass for Stadium Trips
How to use the Japan Rail Pass to visit stadiums across the country. Shinkansen routes to every major sports venue from Tokyo.
NPB Schedule 2026: Season Dates, Start Times & Tickets
The 2026 NPB season runs late March to October: 143 games per team, weeknight 18:00 starts, October Climax Series, plus how to buy tickets from overseas.
Can I Bring Food and Drinks into Japanese Stadiums? A Visitor's Guide
What food and drinks can you bring into Japanese baseball stadiums and soccer grounds? Rules vary by venue — here's what you need to know.
Sapporo Sports Guide: Baseball at ES CON Field and Soccer at Sapporo Dome
Watch live sports in Sapporo — baseball at ES CON Field, soccer at Sapporo Dome. Plus: soup curry, Genghis Khan BBQ, and beer garden plans.
Sendai Day Trip: Rakuten Eagles Baseball + Gyutan Beef Tongue + Zuihoden
Plan a day trip from Tokyo to Sendai for Rakuten Eagles baseball, gyutan beef tongue, and historic sites. Shinkansen makes it easy.
What to Wear to a Sports Game in Japan: Dress Code Guide for Tourists
What should tourists wear to a Japanese sports game? A guide to dress codes, team gear, seasonal considerations, and common mistakes to avoid.
Fukuoka Sports Trip: Watch the Hawks and Eat at Yatai Street Stalls
Plan a sports trip to Fukuoka combining a SoftBank Hawks game with Hakata ramen, yatai street stalls, and local sightseeing.
Watching B.League Basketball in Japan: A Tourist's Guide to Japanese Pro Basketball
A guide for tourists to enjoy B.League basketball in Japan. Tickets, arenas, game-day experience, and why basketball is Japan's fastest-growing sport.
Day Trip from Tokyo: Watch a Baseball Game and Explore the City in One Day
Plan a perfect day trip combining sightseeing and a baseball game in Tokyo. Model itineraries for Tokyo Dome, Jingu Stadium, and Yokohama Stadium.
Tokyo Sports Guide: Where to Watch Baseball, Soccer, and Basketball
A complete guide to watching live sports in Tokyo. Baseball at Tokyo Dome, soccer at Ajinomoto Stadium, basketball at Yoyogi — all the venues and how to get there.
Osaka Sports Guide: Baseball at Kyocera Dome and Soccer at Panasonic Stadium
Watch live sports in Osaka — baseball at Kyocera Dome, soccer at Panasonic Stadium and Yodoko Sakura Stadium. Combine with Osaka's legendary street food.
How to Watch Baseball in Japan: A Complete Guide for Tourists (2026)
Everything tourists need to know about watching NPB baseball in Japan. Tickets, stadiums, food, etiquette, and tips for an unforgettable experience.