We are pleased to announce that Kashima Antlers mascot "Anton" has been appointed "Kashima Antlers Prime Minister of Excitement" by the "Antlers Hometown Council," which consists of the five hometown cities (Kashima City, Itako City, Kamisu City, Namegata City, Hokota City) and Ibaraki Prefecture.
The Prime Minister of Excitement is a newly established position created to energize Kashima Antlers and the five hometown cities. Anton, as the "first Prime Minister," will be given numerous "missions" by the Hometown Council to energize the hometown.
The first mission is "Anton and supporters, let's aim for the top!"
In addition, Anton will be given various missions to energize not only the Antlers but also the hometowns and friendly towns. Please keep an eye on Anton as he clears these missions!
First Mission
"Anton and supporters, let's aim for the top!"The 2025 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Section 33 match against Gamba Osaka, held at Mercari Stadium on Sunday, October 5th, is "Kashima Day" for Hometown Days. Anton, having been given his first mission, seems to be planning a "challenge project to aim for the top."
Anton Official X
The progress of the mission challenge will be regularly announced on Anton's official X (https://x.com/anton_antlers), so please pay attention!What is the Hometown Council?
Comprising Kashima Antlers, the five hometown cities (Kashima City, Itako City, Kamisu City, Namegata City, Hokota City), and Ibaraki Prefecture, it was established in 2007. Its purpose is to contribute to society in unison with the local community through sports (J.League's 100-Year Vision) and to promote regional development, forming the core of current hometown activities.Specific initiatives include "Hometown Elementary School Visits" where players visit elementary schools in the hometown, and "Food Education Caravans" to teach children about diet and exercise. They also engage in community contribution activities such as promoting collaboration between local specialty products and partner companies.