*Updated 9/4*
Thanks to your overwhelming response, we have received a large number of applications.
Therefore, the application deadline will be changed to
Sunday, September 7th.
Please note that for applications submitted between Thursday, September 4th and Sunday, September 7th, there is a possibility of a lottery if the number of applications significantly exceeds the capacity.
Notifications regarding the results will be sent to your registered email address by Wednesday, September 10th.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Before the 31st match of the 2025 Meiji Yasuda J1 League against Cerezo Osaka on Tuesday (holiday), September 23rd, we will hold a "Curtain Raiser Match" on the pitch of Mercari Stadium for elementary school students from 1st to 6th grade!
At this event, you can enjoy playing freely barefoot on the stadium pitch before the match.
Let's all have fun playing soccer before watching the match!
Participation is free. School students, friends who are not school students, and even those who are playing soccer for the first time are all welcome! Please take this opportunity to invite many friends and participate!
Date and Time
Tuesday (holiday), September 23rd
Elementary School Students 1st-3rd Grade
・14:50 Assembly (near Stadium Gate 1)
・15:00 Entry into the stadium
・15:15 First half kickoff
・15:30 Second half kickoff
・16:00 Dismissal (near Stadium Gate 1)
Elementary School Students 4th-6th Grade
・15:20 Assembly (near Stadium Gate 1)
・15:30 Entry into the stadium
・15:45 First half kickoff
・16:00 Second half kickoff
・16:30 Dismissal (near Stadium Gate 1)
Venue
Mercari Stadium Pitch
What to Bring
Clothes suitable for playing soccer, water bottle
*Please do not bring soccer balls, as they are prohibited in the stadium during match viewing.
Participation Fee
Free
Target Audience
Elementary school students 1st-6th grade
Application Form
Apply Here
Application Deadline
Until 23:59 on Friday, September 19thUntil 23:59 on Sunday, September 7th
*Updated 9/4*
Due to a large number of applications, the application deadline has been changed.
Regarding Tickets for the Cerezo Osaka Match
Participants and guardians should purchase their tickets individually from
"Kashima Tickets".
*Please note that elementary school children nationwide can watch some seat types for free.
Parking
Please use nearby paid parking lots.
*The surrounding parking lot is B parking (2,500 yen including tax).
*Parking tickets for B parking can be purchased from
"Kashima Tickets". Please purchase by the day before, as it takes time for data to be reflected for same-day purchases.
*If B parking is full, please use nearby private parking lots.
Other Important Notes
・During the Curtain Raiser Match, guardians should watch from the stands.
・After the event, coaches will lead the children to the dismissal area outside the venue. Guardians should use the re-entry gates (NIPPON STEEL Gate / Gate 5) and proceed to the dismissal area.
・Please note that the event may be canceled suddenly due to severe weather or the condition of the pitch. In case of cancellation, you will be notified via email registered with your J.LEAGUE ID by 12:30 PM on the day of the event.
・In case of cancellation, there will be no transfer to another match; only a commemorative photo session by the pitch will be held for those who wish to participate.
・This event is not eligible for point cards (limited to school students).
・Photos or videos taken at this event may be published on the club's official website and club media (including SNS). Please apply only if you agree to this.
・First aid will be provided for any injuries on the day, but subsequent care will be the responsibility of each family. Please be aware of this beforehand.
Contact Us
Kashima Antlers Call Center
Inquiry Form
support@antlers.co.jp
*We are replying to inquiries in order, but it may take some time.
