Mercari Stadium Fes 2025 was held at Mercari Stadium on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
The weather was excellent, making for a perfect event day, and many people of all ages attended. The festival, which consisted of Mercari Stadium Flea Market, Kids Flea Market, KASHIMA AUTUMN STAGE, Ibaraki Product Market, and Kitchen Car Fes, was bustling with activity all day long.
Mercari Stadium Flea Market
The "Mercari Stadium Flea Market" was held with the cooperation of Mercari, Inc. In addition to a general flea market that could be enjoyed by a wide range of generations, 103 stores participated in a flea market with the theme of "sports & outdoor" unique to Mercari Stadium. Clothes, shoes, Antlers goods, and more were sold, making for a lively event.
Visitors walked around with flea market bags distributed at the entrance, and the scene of buyers and sellers chatting as they traded goods was a typical sight at a flea market.
The "Kids Flea Market," where only children could buy and sell goods, was held simultaneously. Parents warmly watched their children call out "Welcome!" loudly and explain their products.
The "Kids Flea Market" was held with the aim of teaching children the fun of "business" and the importance of "reuse" through buying and selling goods.
In addition, a workshop was held for children to observe unwanted items and consider how to connect them with those who need them, fostering an awareness of a circular society and reuse.
Kitchen Car Fes
A total of 69 kitchen cars gathered at this festival! It was one of the largest in the region, turning the venue into a food theme park. A wide variety of restaurants gathered, from classic street foods like hamburgers and pizza to creative dishes using fresh local ingredients, as well as ethnic food and sweets. Visitors enjoyed autumn gourmet food by choosing their favorite menus from the rich selection, unsure of where to start.
Skateboard Experience Event "Kick & Ride Challenge!" supported by NiX JAPAN Co., Ltd.
The "Kick & Ride Challenge!" successfully concluded with great success, thanks to the support of NiX JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Many people, from children to adults, participated on the day, and the venue was filled with excitement and smiles all day long. Participants enthusiastically tried skateboarding for the first time and fully experienced the joy of physical activity and the unique fun of this sport.
This experience event was a valuable opportunity for local residents to discover a new sport: skateboarding. We are delighted that this served as a catalyst to widely spread its fun and appeal, contributing to expanding the base of sports in the region.
We extend our deepest gratitude to NiX JAPAN Co., Ltd. for their cooperation and to all the participants.
KASHIMA AUTUMN STAGE supported by Izumi Housing Co., Ltd.
A variety of programs unfolded on the Sports Center courtyard stage, and the entire venue was filled with enthusiasm.
The opening was graced by the brass band club of Hokota Daiichi High School and its affiliated junior high school. The students showcased the results of their daily practice, filling the autumn sky with refreshing sounds.
Next, street performer Taiichi appeared and performed "Dice Stacking," which requires advanced techniques. Everyone in the audience held their breath, mesmerized by the exquisite skill of the dice being stacked in an instant. The surprising performance, interspersed with comical talk and humor, drew loud cheers, especially from children, and filled the venue with smiles.
At the STREET DANCE STAGE, local kid dancers appeared. Their energetic dance performance further invigorated the event and added to its charm.
The climax of the event was a mini-live performance by artist Yuto Adachi. When Mr. Adachi took the stage, his powerful and moving singing voice and enthusiastic performance that created a sense of unity with the audience captivated the entire venue.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude again to Izumi Housing Co., Ltd. for their understanding and cooperation in promoting and revitalizing local culture and for their strong support in making this event a reality.
Ibaraki Product Market supported by Itsura Ham
While KASHIMA AUTUMN STAGE was bustling with exciting performances, the "Ibaraki Product Market supported by Itsura Ham" was held in one corner of the venue, attracting many visitors. This product market, sponsored by Itsura Ham, showcased the diverse charms of Ibaraki's "food," "culture," and "science."
One of the main booths at the product market was Itsura Ham, which sold its famous "Ham-yaki" (grilled ham).
The Kasama-yaki painting experience by Seito Fukuda was popular. This experience, where participants could apply their favorite colors and designs to unglazed Kasama-yaki pottery, a traditional craft of Ibaraki Prefecture, captivated both children and adults.
The Tsukuba Science Tour Office set up a workshop where visitors could experience the fun of science.
At the Ibaraki Flower Park booth, a "Shining Corsage Making" workshop was held. The corsage making, combining colorful floral materials and luminous materials, was very popular, especially among women and families.
At the Ibaraki Prefectural Tourist Products Association booth, many people lined up for the all-you-can-stuff sweet potato event, smiling with their arms full of fresh sweet potatoes. In addition, a capsule lottery for Ibaraki products with no losing tickets was held, and participants were able to get various special products from Ibaraki Prefecture with the excitement of wondering which prize they would win.
"Mercari Stadium Fes 2025" was a day filled with smiles and enthusiasm, shared with the local community. The lively real flea market, the moving stage performances, the cultural experiences of Ibaraki, and the culinary journey created by 69 kitchen cars surely etched unforgettable autumn memories.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended and cooperated.
Please check out the official Antlers note for more about "Kashima Fes" and the event!
Click here for the official Antlers note