51st Social Baseball Japan Championship Hokkaido Qualifiers at Sapporo Dome on Oct 2

The 51st Social Baseball Japan Championship Hokkaido Regional Qualifiers will be held at Sapporo Dome in Sapporo on Friday, October 2, 2026. This event is a crucial official match to determine the representative team from the Hokkaido region for the national championship, which decides the top team in social baseball.

Tournament Overview and Highlights

This tournament is a qualifying event where intense games will be played to select the representative team from the Hokkaido region. The precise strategies unique to social baseball and the high skill level of the players are highlights of the competition. Various players, from rookies to veterans, will aim for victory as a team, a sight that is sure to move not only baseball fans but also general spectators. Two games are scheduled for the day, and exciting developments are expected in each match.

Spectator Tickets and Pricing

Spectator tickets will be sold at the venue on the day of the event. General admission (high school students and above) is ¥1,000, junior high school students are ¥300, and elementary school students and younger are free. JABA Fan Club members can enter for ¥700. Please note that only cash will be accepted for ticket purchases, so having cash ready beforehand will ensure a smoother process.

Sapporo Dome Facility Information

Sapporo Dome is a domed stadium with a retractable roof, allowing for uninterrupted game viewing regardless of the weather. Some food and drink stalls are scheduled to be open on the day, but the operation of all stalls is not guaranteed. Additionally, some facilities within the dome, such as the observation deck, training room, and kids' park, have operating hours separate from the event times. Dome tours will not be conducted.

Parking and Access

Parking at Sapporo Dome is ¥1,000 for regular cars and ¥2,000 for large vehicles, payable in cash on the day of the event. Advance reservations are not possible. Access by public transportation is also convenient, with buses from JR Sapporo Station or Subway Odori Station being the typical route. It is recommended to check the official Sapporo Dome website in advance for access methods from the nearest stations.

Event Information

• Event Name: 51st Social Baseball Japan Championship Hokkaido Regional Qualifiers
• Venue: Sapporo Dome (1 Hitsujigaoka, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido)
• Date & Time: Friday, October 2, 2026
  • First game start: 10:00
  • Second game start: 14:00
• Ticket Prices: General (High School Students and Above) ¥1,000, Junior High School Students ¥300, Elementary School Students and Younger Free, JABA Fan Club Members ¥700 (Same-day tickets only)
• Parking Fees: Regular Cars ¥1,000, Large Vehicles ¥2,000 (Cash only, same-day payment)

Inquiries

For further details or any questions regarding the tournament, please contact the Hokkaido Regional Federation of the Japan Amateur Baseball Association (JABA) at TEL.011-281-1189 or [email protected].

Before attending, please check the official website for the latest information regarding ticket purchase methods, parking availability, and day-of-event guidelines.