Japan Awaits

Baseball is Japan’s national sport and is so popular that it’s often difficult to snag tickets. Book your tickets in advance through Japan Awaits and enjoy the game with locals!

Baseball (commonly called yakyū in Japanese) was first introduced to Japan in 1872 with professional competitions starting in the 1920s. It is now the country’s most popular sport and the current league (Nippon Professional Baseball) consists of two leagues of 6 teams each.

Attending a baseball game in Tokyo is a great experience and introduction to modern Japanese culture. Many say that Japanese baseball culture is very different than other cultures, including that of America, where baseball is also a national sport. While the rallying and cheering in Japanese baseball is passionate and cheerful, it is also known to be respectful and organized–and is an absolute delight to be a part of.

In this Baseball Experience tour, enjoy a baseball game with a local tour guide who is also an expert and fan of Japanese baseball. Meet your tour guide at 5:30 PM at Kannai Station (South Exit) before going to Yokohama Station. The game starts at 6 PM and can last for about 2.5 – 3.5 hours (ending at 9 or 10 PM). While you’re there, you can learn about what makes Japanese baseball so interesting and fun, while learning the chants to support the Yokohama DeNA BayStars! The tour guide will take the guests back to Kannai Station and ending the tour.

Options for add-on of Yokohama Chinatown Tour (1 hr, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM), or add-on Yokohama Custom 6 Hour Tour (from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM) available at checkout.

Location: Yokohama Stadium, Yokohama

Price: 

• Small group (2+ people) with Seats S, A or B: ¥13,500 per person
• Small group (1 person only) with Seats S, A or B: ¥25,000 per person
• Private group (2+ people) with Seats S, A and B: ¥17,500 per person
• Private group (1 person only) with Seats S, A and B: ¥32,000 per person

Add-on Options (available at checkout):

• Yokohama Chinatown Tour (1 hour from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM): Additional 3000 JPY per person
  • The tour will provide insight to the history and culture of Yokohama Chinatown, the largest Chinatown in Japan. Guests will meet the tour guide at Ishikawacho Station (North Exit).
• Yokohama Custom 6 Hour Tour (from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM):
  • 2 or more people: Additional 16,500 JPY per person
  • 1 person only: Additional 33,000 JPY per person

  • The 6-Hour Private Custom Yokohama Tour will include an English-speaking guide. This tour can be conducted before the Yokohama Baseball Experience from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Public transportation costs are included. Admission fee or other optional activity fees for guests and tour guides are not included. A custom tour form will be sent to you which will allow us to truly customize and tailor the tour just for you.

Included:

• Tour Guide Fees
• Baseball seat ticket (we will always try to reserve S Seats, A Seats, or B Seats, which are the best seats in the stadium)
• Service Fee and Tax

• The off-season for the national league is from the October until March.

Age Requirement

There is no age requirement, but a reservation must be made for all guests, and the cost is the same.

Payment

All bookings are payable via Stripe (Booking Checkout) or PayPal. Confirmations regarding your booking will be sent at least 10 days before your activity date.

Cancellation Policy

Is food provided?

No, food is not provided, but snacks, drinks and merchandise are available for purchase at the stands in the stadium.

What is the difference between the seating?

S Seats: The seats are located right behind the batter, in the heart of the action
A Seats: The seats are located behind the first and the third base, with a good view of the entire field and the players on the bench.
B Seats: The seats are behind the foul pole, with a good view of the outfielder’s play.
Outfield A Seats: The seats are located on the second floor, outside of S, A, and B seats, with a view of the entire field and can better see home-runs.
Outfield B Seats: The seats are located on the third floor, outside of S, A, and B seats, with a view of the entire field and can better see home-runs.
Outfield Non-reserved Seats: The seats are located on the third floor, outside of S, A, and B seats, with a view of the entire field and can better see home-runs. These seats are non-reserved, but on the game day, you may be able to choose your seat. Depending on the game day, these seats might not be available.