We are pleased to announce a special invitation program for residents, workers, and students of Hitachi City, our friendly town, for the 2026/27 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Matchday 6 against Urawa Reds on Sunday, September 6th.
This program offers a free pair of tickets by lottery. We encourage all eligible individuals to apply for this opportunity and come to the stadium!
Target Match
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 6:00 PM Kickoff (Gates open at 3:00 PM)
Meiji Yasuda J1 League Matchday 6 vs. Urawa Reds
*Congestion is expected at the entrance one hour before kickoff. Please allow ample time for arrival.
Venue
Mercari Stadium
Eligible Participants
Residents, workers, or students in Hitachi City
Seat Type and Capacity
・East Zone - General Admission (Upper level of the back stand)
・Wheelchair Accessible Seats
A total of 350 pairs / 700 people (Pre-application, lottery system)
Seating Chart
Application Method and Period
■Application Acceptance Period
July 30 (Thu) - August 19 (Wed) 23:59
■Invitation Ticket Coupon Distribution Date/Time
August 21 (Fri) 18:00 (tentative)
*The distribution date/time for invitation ticket coupons is an estimate. Please note that the distribution time may vary.
■Notes
・This program requires pre-application.
・A J.LEAGUE ID registration is required for application, so please obtain one beforehand.
・Only one application per J.LEAGUE ID. If you submit multiple applications via the application form, subsequent applications will be invalid.
・Please use the invitation ticket coupon that will be distributed later to issue your QR ticket and attend the match.
・Invitation tickets will end once the planned number is reached. Please issue your ticket as soon as possible if you win.
・One application invites two people. Please fill in the required information on the application form.
・If there are many applications and a lottery is held, winners will be announced by the distribution of the invitation ticket coupons. Please note that we will not contact those who are not selected.
・Kickoff times may change. Also, if the venue changes from Mercari Stadium, the application will be invalid.
■For those using wheelchair accessible seats
・"Wheelchair accessible seats" are observation spaces exclusively for wheelchair users. One caregiver may enter free of charge.
・Advance reservations are required for the observation space and parking. As seating is limited, please be sure to make a reservation even if you win.
・Details on advance reservations will be provided when the invitation ticket coupons are distributed.
Other Tickets
General sales are scheduled for August 7 (Fri).
Click here for ticket sales overview
Contact
Kashima Antlers Call Center
Inquiry Form
support@antlers.co.jp
*We respond to inquiries in order, but it may take some time.
*We cannot answer questions regarding application status or lottery results.
Match schedules and invitation programs are subject to change or cancellation depending on the situation. Please check the official Kashima Antlers website and official social media for updates.