
We are pleased to announce that the "KASHIMA ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB KIDS FESTIVAL 2025" will be held on Sunday, May 25th, at Kashima Soccer Stadium in Ibaraki Prefecture, for kindergarteners (ages 4-5 and 5-6) and elementary school students in grades 1-2.
This event will feature 5-on-5 matches on the pitch of Kashima Stadium.
Beginners are welcome, including children who want to try soccer for the first time or those who want to enjoy soccer with their friends.
Food and drink stalls will also be available, so you can enjoy stadium gourmet.
Additionally, all participants will receive an original event T-shirt!
Enjoy playing soccer to your heart's content on the Kashima Stadium pitch! We look forward to many applications!
This event is held as part of the philosophy sponsorship activities (*) with companies affiliated with the ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB.
(*) What is philosophy sponsorship activity?
At the ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB, a portion of membership fees is used as "philosophy sponsorship money" to support activities aimed at contributing to the community and society.
Date and Time
Sunday, May 25・Morning Session
8:15 - 8:45 AM: Registration
9:00 - 9:30 AM: Opening Ceremony
9:30 - 11:45 AM: Competition
・Afternoon Session
12:45 - 1:15 PM: Registration
1:30 - 2:00 PM: Opening Ceremony
2:00 - 4:15 PM: Competition
Venue
Kashima Soccer Stadium (26-2 Kohyama, Shinkouji, Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture)Target Audience
Kindergarteners (ages 4-5 and 5-6), and elementary school students in grades 1-2*The competition will be divided into two parts: kindergarteners (ages 4-5 and 5-6) and elementary school students in grades 1-2.
Number of Participants
Please form a team with your friends and register with 5 to 10 members.*If the maximum number of participants is reached, a lottery will be held.
Participation Fee
FreeParticipation Prize
All participants will receive an "original T-shirt."*T-shirts are planned to be available in 5 colors.
*We have prepared sizes for kindergarteners (ages 4-5 and 5-6) and elementary school students in grades 1-2.
*The color and size will be decided by the club in advance and handed out on the day. Please note that exchanges are not possible.

Event Details
5-on-5 match formatRules
(1) Matches will be played 5-on-5 (no goalkeeper).(2) Player substitutions are free.
(4) There is no offside rule.
(5) Out of bounds
・Kindergarteners (U-6)
All play will resume with a throw-in by the pitch manager. However, if the game progresses smoothly, play will continue as is.
・Elementary School Students, Grades 1-2 (U-8)
Play will resume with a kick-in or dribble-in from where the ball went out of bounds. However, if the game progresses smoothly, play will continue as is.
(6) Referees will be provided by the organizer.
(7) Match results will not be recorded or announced.
Application Acceptance Period
April 1 (Tuesday) 9:00 AM - April 30 (Wednesday) 11:59 PM*If there are many applications, participants will be selected through a strict lottery.
Application Form
*A J.League ID is required to apply. Registration is free.
Notification of Participation Eligibility
May 7 (Wednesday) 6:00 PM *Scheduled*Notification of participation eligibility will be sent to the email address registered with your J.League ID.
Parking
Kashima Stadium F and C parking lots are available for ¥1,000 (tax included).*Payment will be in cash on the day of the event.
Notes
・Regarding chaperones, only 3 guardians with ID cards provided at team registration will be allowed onto the field.・In case of cancellation, the representative will be contacted at the J.League ID email address registered at the time of application.
・We will provide first aid for injuries sustained on the day, but subsequent care will be the responsibility of each family.
Please understand this in advance.
・Photos or videos taken at this event may be published on the club's official website and club media. Please only apply if you consent to this.
・For information on personal data, please refer to our privacy policy.
https://www.antlers.co.jp/others/privacypolicy.html

ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB
https://www.antlers.co.jp/lp/business-club
Contact Us
Kashima Antlers Call CenterInquiry Form
support@antlers.co.jp
*We are replying to inquiries in order, but it may take some time.

