A must-have for watching professional baseball games! Recommended stadium foods to get you excited about cheering!

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[Central League] A wealth of gourmet specialties that have been loved for many years!

At the long-established Central League stadiums, there are many specialty gourmet foods that can only be tasted here. We will introduce some of the special dishes that fans highly recommend, saying, "You can't go wrong if you try this!"

Must-try gourmet food at "Tokyo Dome" (Yomiuri Giants) that you should also enjoy sightseeing in the area

Tokyo Dome was built in 1988 as Japan's first all-weather multipurpose stadium. You can enjoy watching baseball games in comfort, regardless of the weather or temperature.

It is easily accessible from Haneda Airport, about 45 minutes by train, and is close to Tokyo Dome City Attractions and the shopping complex LaQua, so you can enjoy a stroll around the area before the game.

If you can't decide, we recommend the "Kids Giabbit Manju (850 yen)," which will be available from the 2025 season. This item is shaped like the face of the Giants' mascot, "Kids Giabbit," and has a cute appearance that will make you want to take a photo. The inside is filled with custard, making it perfect for satisfying your hunger.

If you want to fill up on something substantial, we also recommend the "Shoulder Loin Garlic Rice (1,700 yen)" from the long-established monjayaki restaurant "Okiya." The fragrant garlic rice stir-fried in Calpis butter goes perfectly with the juicy shoulder loin meat, and it's sure to fill you up.

Tokyo Dome

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Asakusa gourmet map for eating around. 18 highly recommended restaurants, from long-established shops to trendy new shops.

We have carefully selected the best food to eat while walking around Asakusa. We have compiled a list of savory, sweet, and drink items, from long-established restaurants to popular new stores. Some of the items are popular and perfect for Instagram. We have also included a map, so please make use of it when you go on a food tour of Asakusa!

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Must-eat gourmet food at the historic baseball mecca "Hanshin Koshien Stadium" (Hanshin Tigers)

Celebrating its 100th anniversary since opening, Hanshin Koshien Stadium is the oldest active baseball stadium in Japan. In addition to being the home field of the Hanshin Tigers, it is also famous as the venue for the National High School Baseball Championship.

What's noteworthy is the natural grass that covers the outfield. Koshien is actually the only home stadium of a Japanese professional baseball team where the infield is dirt and the outfield is natural grass. In addition, the "Koshien History Museum" next to the stadium has a "Draft Experience Corner" and other attractions that are fun even for those with little knowledge of baseball. From Itami Airport, you can easily get there by taking the limousine bus to Koshien Station.

The signature dish of this historic stadium is the "Koshien Curry (800 yen)," which has been popular since the stadium first opened. The deep flavor and richness of the curry, made from a blend of more than 15 secret spices, is addictive. You can also add pork loin cutlet or minced meat cutlet as toppings for good luck.

The "Koshien Yakisoba (800 yen)" is also popular, and the moderately sour original sauce is irresistible. Both are full of stamina and will get you fired up to cheer on your team.

Hanshin Koshien Stadium

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A food guide for Kobe Chinatown and Motomachi. 14 carefully selected gourmet restaurants!

We've put together a list of carefully selected restaurants that are recommended for eating your way around Kobe Chinatown, one of the three largest Chinatowns in Japan, and the exotic Motomachi area. From dim sum such as baked xiaolongbao to sweets and drinks that look great on social media. Use this map to enjoy your food walk!

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Don't forget to check out the Y-shaped lighting tower! Must-eat food at Yokohama Stadium (Yokohama DeNA Baystars)

Yokohama Stadium, affectionately known as "Hamasta," is located close to Yokohama Chinatown, making it an easy place to stop by while sightseeing.

Of course, you should pay attention to the performance of the players, but what you should pay attention to is the Y-shaped lighting tower that represents the "Y" of Yokohama. It is a unique design that is loved as a symbol of Hamasta. If you are accessing from Haneda Airport, it is better to change to a train heading towards Yokohama at Keikyu Kamata Station and go to the nearest Kannai Station.

"Sutamen (1,400 yen)" was launched in 2024, jointly developed with "Ramen Iida Shoten," a famous restaurant with its main store in Yugawara-machi, Kanagawa Prefecture. This soupless mazesoba is made with noodles made from domestic wheat and drenched in a sauce packed with the flavor of chicken, making it easy to eat while watching a baseball game. It is topped with Kujo green onions and grilled bacon, and adding a squeeze of lemon gives it a refreshing taste.

Another Hamasta specialty is the "Mikan Shaved Ice (500 yen)." This refreshing dish of shaved ice topped with plenty of tangerines is perfect for the hot season, and the sweet syrup dissolved in the ice has an addictive taste. Charge up your energy with sweets while watching the game.

Yokohama Stadium

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Yokohama Chinatown Food Walking Map. A thorough introduction to 15 of the best restaurants!

Yokohama Chinatown is a treasure trove of gourmet food to eat while walking around, including the famous dim sum (dim sum) such as baked xiaolongbao (baked soup dumplings) and steamed meat buns. From among the many restaurants, we have compiled a list of 19 truly delicious restaurants carefully selected by a gourmet writer! Please use this map not only for snacks to satisfy your hunger, but also for eating while walking around at lunchtime.

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Enjoy dynamic play! Must-eat gourmet food at Mazda Stadium (Hiroshima Toyo Carp)

It takes about 50 minutes by limousine bus from Hiroshima Airport to JR Hiroshima Station. From there, it is a 10-minute walk to Mazda Stadium.

There are many unique seating options available, such as the "Chill Out Terrace" where you can lie down on a sofa bed and watch the game, the "Sand Seats" where you can get a close-up look at the players running around the field, and the "Bikkuri Terrace" where you can cheer on the team while enjoying a BBQ, making this a very immersive experience.

The gourmet menu includes over 300 items, from standard bento and snacks to Hiroshima specialties such as gansu and lemon pie. Among them, the "Carp Udon" has been popular with Carp fans for over half a century. The light soup and soft noodles are so light you can drink it down to the last drop, and are popular with people of all ages and genders. You can choose from three toppings - tempura, kitsune, and meat - or the luxurious "everything on top (900 yen)".

If you want to build up some energy, we recommend the "Koune Bowl (950 yen)," which uses plenty of Hiroshima's specialty, Koune (beef shoulder meat). This is a luxurious way to enjoy this rare cut, which can only be taken from about 2kg of beef from one cow. If you eat some rice soaked in sauce together with the bowl, you'll be able to charge up your energy and get even more excited about cheering on the team.

Mazda Stadium

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Food tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima! A gourmet map with recommended foods including oysters, sweets, and beer

Miyajima is a must-see tourist spot when visiting Hiroshima. There are many delicious gourmet restaurants around Omotesando Shopping Street on the way to Itsukushima Shrine. In this article, we have picked out 11 restaurants that are typical of Miyajima. Enjoy eating your way around the atmospheric streets.

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Must-try gourmet food at Meiji Jingu Baseball Stadium (Tokyo Yakult Swallows), where history and passion intersect

Meiji Jingu Baseball Stadium is the second most historic stadium after Hanshin Koshien Stadium, and is also known as a mecca for college baseball.

It takes about an hour by train from Haneda Airport. If you transfer at Shinbashi Station and get off at Gaienmae Station, it's about a 5-minute walk to the stadium. During the summer, there is an event where 300 fireworks are set off, so don't forget to check it out. Also, when the Swallows score, it's customary to wave "cheer umbrellas" to the tune of "Tokyo Ondo." Be sure to get one.

A must-have while cheering is the "Tsubakuro's Exquisite Egg Skewers (700 yen)," which contains two large rolled eggs. The moment you take a bite, the broth oozes out, filling your mouth with a refined flavor. The cup with the Tsubakuro illustration is so cute that you'll want to take it home as a memento of your visit.

For those who want to eat more, we recommend the "Jinkara Nori Bento (1,300 yen)," which contains Jinkara, a deep-fried chicken that has been a firm favorite at Jingu Stadium. The robust flavor will have you coming back for more. It is also sold at the convenience store at Haneda Airport, so it would make a great souvenir.

Meiji Jingu Baseball Stadium

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8 Recommended Foodie Spots to Try While Walking Around Tsukiji! Enjoy High-Quality Fish and Meat at Reasonable Prices

Tsukiji has been supporting the food of Tokyo for over 80 years. More than 400 specialty shops line the Tsukiji Outer Market (outside the market), with a wide selection of long-established stores that boast delicious food. Even after Tsukiji Market (also known as the "inside market") moved its role as a central wholesale market to Toyosu, the commitment and quality of the market has not changed.

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Must-eat gourmet food at the fun-filled "Vantelin Dome Nagoya" (Chunichi Dragons)

Vantelin Dome Nagoya is the only domed stadium in the Tokai region. In addition to standard seats, Dragons games offer a variety of seating arrangements, including the Prime Box, a set of four seats with hors d'oeuvres and one drink, and the Prime Twin, a set of two seats with a bento box and one drink.

The stadium also features a "Dragons Museum" that introduces the stories of past great players, an "Attraction Area" where you can measure your pitching speed and swing speed, and four other areas called "Dragons World" that are full of fun! From Chubu Centrair International Airport, take the Meitetsu line to Kanayama Station in about 30 minutes, then transfer to the subway and you can reach the nearest Nagoya Dome-mae Yada Station in about 25 minutes.

A gourmet dish that has overwhelming support from Dragons fans is the "Gaburimomoyaki (1,000 yen)" from Yakitori Tori Shige. This wild dish allows you to take a hearty bite into the crispy skin and plump meat of grilled chicken thighs on the bone. You can choose from soy sauce, salt, and spicy flavors, and it often sells out.

Also, speaking of Nagoya, there is the well-known "Sekai no Yamachan." With the "GRUB TUB Nagoya Specialty (1,500 yen)," which combines drinks and food, you can enjoy the "phantom chicken wings" while watching sports. This convenient one-handed style is only available at the Vantelin Dome store.

Vantelin Dome Nagoya

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Eat your way around Osu, Nagoya! 15 recommended local specialties and new gourmet foods to try while sightseeing or going out

Osu Shopping Street is a popular tourist spot in Nagoya. We will introduce 15 carefully selected restaurants that are recommended for eating while walking around, from long-established shops loved by locals to the latest cultural trends, mixing new and old.

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[Pacific League] A wide variety of local flavors, from seafood to meat!

Compared to the Central League, the Pacific League has many relatively new stadiums. Many of the gourmet dishes are adaptations of local specialties, and there are many dishes that have a strong local flavor.

Don't worry about the rain. Must-eat gourmet food at Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka (Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks), packed with entertainment

Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka can be accessed from Fukuoka Airport in about 30 minutes without transfers from the nearest subway station, Tojinmachi Station. It is the largest all-weather multi-purpose dome facility in Kyushu, and is the first in Japan to feature a retractable roof. If you want to fully enjoy the game, we recommend the Home Run Terrace, which is located in front of the outfield seats and allows you to experience the thrill of home runs up close.

Additionally, you can spend time before or after the event at the entertainment facility "BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA" adjacent to the dome.

The new specialty of Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka is "Takano Aji Fry (350 yen)." Extremely fresh horse mackerel is deep-fried until crispy and topped with a curry broth-flavored sauce supervised by Michelin one-star restaurant "Kappo Ajimi." The combination of the appetizing curry flavor and the juicy fried horse mackerel is addictive. Another great thing about this dish is that it can be eaten easily with one hand.

Another stadium gourmet that can only be found here is Kodamari Shokudo, the only place in Mizuho PayPay Dome where you can enjoy fresh fish dishes. The Kyushu Five-Kind Seafood Bowl (with Flying Fish Soup Jelly) (2,000 yen) is a luxurious dish that includes sea bream, tuna, squid, amberjack, and sea bass, with an elegant jelly flavored with a hint of dashi that enhances the flavor of the sashimi.

Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka

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Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine Food Walking Map. 15 carefully selected popular sweets and gourmet recommended shops.

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, which enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning, is one of Kyushu's leading tourist spots, attracting many worshippers throughout the year. One of the highlights of Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is being able to stroll through the beautiful grounds and enjoy the delicious local cuisine.

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Full of firsts in Japan!? Must-try gourmet food at "ESCON FIELD HOKKAIDO" (Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters)

"ESCON FIELD HOKKAIDO" is Japan's first natural grass baseball stadium with a retractable roof, scheduled to open in 2023. The stadium also features a hotel with a panoramic view of the field and hot spring facilities. The luxurious time spent relaxing and watching the players play can only be enjoyed here. It is convenient to get there by a dedicated shuttle bus from New Chitose Airport.

In addition to the hotel and hot spring facilities, Escon Field is also unique in that it has a craft beer brewing restaurant called "Sora Shiba by Yona Yona Ale" inside the stadium. The brewery is located inside the center back screen and produces a variety of unique craft beers. If it's your first time visiting, be sure to try the "Sora Shiba Play Ball! Ale (900 yen)," which features a refreshing aroma and a pleasant bitterness. You can also watch the game while drinking beer.

Another feature of S.Confield is that you can enjoy authentic seafood unique to Hokkaido, such as sushi and seafood bowls. Tenkin's "Special Nigiri Sushi (3,000 yen)" is made by skilled craftsmen, with seasonal ingredients carefully prepared one by one. The combination of plumply cooked rice and fresh fish is so authentic that you'll almost forget that you're in a baseball stadium. You can eat in the restaurant, or take it out and eat it in the bleachers.

Escon Field HOKKAIDO

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Recommended ways to enjoy Sapporo's Nijo Market! Enjoy a taste of Hokkaido with breakfast and seafood bowls

Nijo Market, located in the center of Sapporo, is said to have started as a place where fishermen from Ishikarihama sold fresh fish in the early Meiji period, and has a history of about 150 years. A retro world unfolds, as if you have traveled back in time to the Showa period. We will introduce how to enjoy this local market that has supported the food of Hokkaido.

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Must-eat gourmet food at ZOZO Marine Stadium (Chiba Lotte Marines) with the sea right in front of you

ZOZO Marine Stadium is an outdoor baseball stadium located right next to Tokyo Bay, where you can enjoy the sea breeze while watching the game. The game often depends on the wind direction, and many baseball fans say that the game is unpredictable and interesting. In the summer, the Marines Summer Festival is held, which features a festival area. The fireworks, which are a seasonal feature of ZOZO Marine Stadium, are also a sight to behold, and combined with the seaside location, they make it feel special. From Haneda Airport or Narita Airport, we recommend taking a bus to Kaihin Makuhari Station. Either way, the journey takes about an hour.

The stadium has a wide variety of locally produced dishes, and the specialty is the "Yakiimo Chicken Curry (1,300 yen)." It uses "Beni Haruka" sweet potatoes grown at OGI FARM in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, where Chiba Lotte Marines player Takashi Ogino serves as farm ambassador. The sweetness of the Beni Haruka is brought out to the fullest, and the spices match well, and the sweetness of the baked sweet potato brings out the depth of the curry.

Additionally, the "Chiba Pudding Soft (750 yen)" is a homemade pudding made with fresh eggs and milk from Chiba, topped with soft serve ice cream made from 100% raw milk from Chiba, and is a classic menu item that is indispensable for concluding a baseball game.

ZOZO Marine Stadium

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Enjoy eating your way around the Katsuura Morning Market! We introduce recommended gourmet foods for breakfast and souvenirs

Katsuura is located in Minamiboso, Chiba Prefecture. It is a famous beach resort, but in recent years, the Katsuura Morning Market has been gaining attention as one of the three largest morning markets in Japan, alongside Wajima and Takayama. There is a wide variety of gourmet food and morning market menus that are unique to Katsuura, so you can enjoy eating your way around and looking for souvenirs.

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Must-try gourmet food at Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi (Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles), a unique location where you can enjoy the game from the Ferris wheel

Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi is easily accessible, just a 5-minute walk from JR Miyaginohara Station. From Sendai Airport, take JR Sendai Station, then transfer to the shuttle bus (which only operates on game days) and you'll arrive in about 5 minutes. It's advertised as a "smart stadium," and one of its major features is the use of the latest technology, such as QR tickets and a completely cashless system. In addition, at the rear of the left field of the stadium, there is Smile Glico Park, which can be enjoyed by both adults and children. This is the only place in Japan where you can watch baseball while riding a Ferris wheel!

The stadium gourmet menu will also be unique to Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi. Starting from the 2025 season, the "360° TOHOKU GOURMET" project will begin, with around 80 stores selling gourmet food related to Tohoku. The recommended item is the "Tohoku Rokken Bento (1,300 yen)," packed with specialties from Aomori, Iwate, Miyagi, Akita, Yamagata and Fukushima prefectures. This luxurious bento allows you to enjoy the flavors unique to Tohoku all at once, including beef tongue, zunda mochi and Yamagata taro stew.

To accompany your bento, choose "EAGLES BEER," an original craft beer made by breweries in each of the six Tohoku prefectures. Why not try the "Tasting Set (1,500 yen)," which allows you to choose your three favorite types and enjoy the different flavors of each prefecture?

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Discover the charms of Sendai Morning Market Shopping Street. Enjoy a variety of gourmet foods and souvenirs

The largest city in Tohoku is Sendai City in Miyagi Prefecture. It is a tourist city with many historical sites and temples related to Date Masamune and the Date clan, who built this area, and there are many scenic spots within the prefecture, such as Matsushima, which is counted as one of the Three Most Scenic Spots in Japan, and Zao no Mikama. Also, the city is not to be missed as a treasure trove of delicious food, including seafood from nearby waters and beef tongue.

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Must-eat gourmet food at Kyocera Dome Osaka (Orix Buffaloes), where you can watch the game comfortably even in summer

Kyocera Dome Osaka, with its unique spaceship-inspired exterior, boasts one of the largest arena spaces in Japan. As it is a covered dome stadium, the air conditioning is effective, making it comfortable to watch games in the summer! It is directly connected to a shopping mall, so you can enjoy shopping before or after watching a game.

Another attraction of Kyocera Dome Osaka is its excellent transport links, including JR, Metro, and Hanshin. From Itami Airport, you can reach the venue in about 50 minutes by limousine bus and train. If you are traveling from Kansai Airport, we recommend using the JR line, which does not require any transfers.

Kyocera Dome Osaka is unique in that it has a wide variety of stadium food options, including restaurants where you can relax and enjoy your meal while cheering on the team, and fast food restaurants where you can get takeout and eat in your seat. The best-selling item by far is the chicken stick "toribo (550 yen)" seasoned with garlic spices. It can be easily enjoyed with one hand, so you can concentrate on cheering.

Also, don't miss the "Okonomiyaki-style Pork Cutlet Burger (660 yen)" from "Mos Burger," which can only be found here in the whole country. It's filled with pork cutlet dipped in okonomiyaki sauce, cabbage, mayonnaise, fried egg, and plenty of bonito flakes, making you feel like you're eating okonomiyaki. There are plenty of other gourmet foods that are only available at the Dome, so be sure to find one you like.

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[2025] 14 recommended places to eat while walking around Namba and Dotonbori! Eat your fill with classic and latest gourmet foods

Namba and Shinsaibashi are the downtown areas of Osaka Minami. This unique area, where Osaka's most famous tourist spots such as Dotonbori and Amemura are gathered, is a gourmet battleground filled with Osaka specialties and the latest sweets. From the many famous restaurants, we have carefully selected 14 recommended spots for 2025.

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Must-try gourmet food at Belluna Dome (Saitama Seibu Lions), where you can become one with nature

After a two-hour train ride from Haneda Airport, you'll arrive at the Belluna Dome, a domed stadium built in harmony with nature and located in the Sayama Hills. Its greatest feature is that it is a half-dome with no walls, giving it a sense of openness and allowing you to enjoy the changing atmosphere of the seasons. Another attraction of the Belluna Dome is that it offers 28 different types of seating, including the "Furatto Living Room" where you can take off your shoes and relax while watching the game, and the "Infield Party Terrace Seats" where you can gather in a group and watch the game in a picnic-like atmosphere.

Another reason for Belluna Dome's popularity is the abundance of gourmet food, with about 1,000 varieties. Among them, the Miyagi Farm Power Plate (1,450 yen) is a popular choice among repeat customers. This dish, made with prime beef, the highest grade beef in the American beef rankings, seasoned with a punchy sauce, is voluminous and very satisfying!

Another must-have is the famous Lions Yaki (400 yen), a confectionery shaped like the profile of the team's official mascot, Leo. It's also unique in that the filling changes depending on the opposing team, such as milk bean paste for games against the Orix Buffaloes and kinako bean paste for games against the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters.

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[2024] Kawagoe Food Tour Map: 15 Shops. A trip to try the latest sweets and popular long-established shops.

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Enjoy stadium gourmet and liven up your baseball experience!

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