The Tigers Roar Downtown
While Hanshin Koshien Stadium hosts Japan's National High School Baseball Championship, the Tigers relocate selected home games to Kyocera Dome Osaka. It's a rare opportunity to experience Japan's most passionate baseball fans in a modern stadium just minutes from Namba.
Hanshin returns to the Kansai region on August 7–9 for a three-game series against the Chunichi Dragons at Kyocera Dome Osaka. The Tigers first travel to Tokyo and Yokohama following the All-Star break, then move indoors while Koshien hosts Japan’s National High School Baseball Championship. Tied with Yomiuri at the top of the Central League entering the break, Hanshin begins August with little separation in the pennant race.
The temporary move from historic Koshien creates a different kind of home experience, trading the summer heat for the comfort of Osaka’s enclosed dome. Hanshin’s lineup has been led by Teruaki Sato, Takumu Nakano, and Shota Morishita, while Haruto Takahashi and Shoki Murakami rank among the Central League’s leading pitchers. For visitors, the Dragons series offers a rare opportunity to experience the passion of a Hanshin home game with the convenience of staying in the heart of Osaka.
While the current focus is on another Central League pennant race, the Hanshin Tigers enter 2026 after one of the finest seasons in club history. The Tigers capped off a spectacular 2025 campaign with a full-throttle return to dominance—clinching the Central League pennant under first-year manager Kyuji Fujikawa and charging into the Japan Series as clear contenders. Powered by one of the league’s most productive lineups and a pitching staff that ranked among NPB’s best, they proved themselves both potent and resilient throughout the season. While they ultimately fell short of a championship, 2025 reaffirmed the Tigers’ place among Japanese baseball’s elite and laid the foundation for another exciting campaign.
Home Games Come to the Heart of Osaka
Every August, one of Japanese baseball’s oldest traditions brings one of Osaka’s biggest sporting attractions into the heart of the city. While Hanshin Koshien Stadium hosts the National High School Baseball Championship, the Hanshin Tigers temporarily relocate their August home games to Kyocera Dome Osaka. For a few weeks each summer, fans can cheer on the Tigers in a modern stadium just minutes from Namba, making it one of the easiest professional sporting events in the city to reach.
For visitors, this is a unique opportunity. Instead of traveling to Nishinomiya, the Tigers come to central Osaka, with direct access from Osaka Metro, JR, and Hanshin Railway lines. Whether you’re sightseeing in Dotonbori, shopping in Shinsaibashi, or staying around Umeda, a Hanshin home game becomes an easy addition to your evening.
Two Stadiums, Two Great Experiences
Many local fans make a point of attending games at both venues each season, enjoying the history of Koshien and the comfort and convenience of Kyocera Dome.
Although Kyocera Dome serves as the Tigers’ temporary home, the club’s identity remains firmly rooted at Hanshin Koshien Stadium. Opened in 1924, Koshien is Japan’s oldest professional baseball stadium and one of the sport’s most revered venues. Rather than replacing the Koshien experience, Kyocera Dome offers a different one. Modern, climate-controlled, and located in central Osaka, it provides outstanding sightlines, comfortable seating, and protection from summer heat and sudden rain while preserving the unmistakable energy of a Hanshin home game.
Both stadiums showcase the same passionate Tigers supporters, coordinated cheering, brass bands, and seventh-inning celebrations that make Hanshin games famous throughout Japan. Whether you’re experiencing the history of Koshien or the convenience of Kyocera Dome, you’re witnessing one of Japanese baseball’s most devoted fan cultures.
Hanshin Comes to Osaka – Selected August home games move to Kyocera Dome while Koshien hosts the national high school tournament.
Easy City-Center Access – SMinutes from Namba, Shinsaibashi, and Osaka Metro connections.
Comfort in Every Season – SAir-conditioned seating and protection from summer heat and rain.
The Same Tigers Spirit – Brass bands, coordinated chants, and one of Japan’s most passionate fan bases.
Two Iconic Ballparks – Experience Hanshin at modern Kyocera Dome, then return to Koshien later in the season.
Photos: Hanshin Tigers Official Websites, Osaka Scene
Video: Official Team Website Video
Opening Hours
THE SCENE: FAQ’s
ACCESS
Venue:
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Address:
3-2-1 Chiyozaki, Nishi-ku, Osaka 550-0023
Nearest Stations
Hanshin Namba Line → Dome-mae Station (Exit 2) — 1-minute walk
Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line → Dome-mae Chiyozaki Station (Exit 1) — 1-minute walk
JR Osaka Loop Line → Taisho Station (North Exit) — 7-minute walk
Osaka Metro Chuo Line → Kujo Station (Exit 3) — 9-minute walk
From Osaka Station
JR Osaka Loop Line → Taisho Station (North Exit)
Approximate travel time: 15 minutes
From Shin-Osaka Station
Osaka Metro Midosuji Line → Hommachi Station
⇄ Osaka Metro Chuo Line → Kujo Station (Exit 3)
Approximate travel time: 20–25 minutes
From Namba
Hanshin Namba Line → Dome-mae Station (Exit 2)
Approximate travel time: 5 minutes
Alternatively:
Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line → Dome-mae Chiyozaki Station (Exit 1)
Approximate travel time: 10 minutes
From Umeda
Hanshin Main Line → Osaka-Namba Station
⇄ Hanshin Namba Line → Dome-mae Station (Exit 2)
Approximate travel time: 15–20 minutes
Kyocera Dome Osaka is one of Japan's easiest professional sports venues to reach, with multiple train and subway lines stopping just steps from the stadium. During the Tigers' annual August stay, many fans take advantage of the central location to combine a game with dinner, shopping, or sightseeing around Namba and Shinsaibashi before or after first pitch.
SCHEDULE
Upcoming Hanshin Tigers Home Games
July 2026
NEXT HOMEGAME:
August 2026
August 7, 2026 (Fri) — vs Chunichi Dragons — 18:00 first pitch — Kyocera Dome Osaka
August 8, 2026 (Sat) — vs Chunichi Dragons — 18:00 first pitch — Kyocera Dome Osaka
August 9, 2026 (Sun) — vs Chunichi Dragons — 18:00 first pitch — Kyocera Dome Osaka
August 18, 2026 (Tue) — vs Tokyo Yakult Swallows — 18:00 first pitch — Kyocera Dome Osaka
August 19, 2026 (Wed) — vs Tokyo Yakult Swallows — 18:00 first pitch — Kyocera Dome Osaka
August 20, 2026 (Thu) — vs Tokyo Yakult Swallows — 18:00 first pitch — Kyocera Dome Osaka
August 28, 2026 (Fri) — vs Yomiuri Giants — 18:00 first pitch — Hanshin Koshien Stadium
August 29, 2026 (Sat) — vs Yomiuri Giants — 18:00 first pitch — Hanshin Koshien Stadium
August 30, 2026 (Sun) — vs Yomiuri Giants — 18:00 first pitch — Hanshin Koshien Stadium
September 2026
September 5, 2026 (Sat) — vs Yokohama DeNA BayStars — 18:00 first pitch — Hanshin Koshien Stadium
September 6, 2026 (Sun) — vs Yokohama DeNA BayStars — 18:00 first pitch — Hanshin Koshien Stadium
September 8, 2026 (Tue) — vs Hiroshima Toyo Carp — 18:00 first pitch — Hanshin Koshien Stadium
September 9, 2026 (Wed) — vs Hiroshima Toyo Carp — 18:00 first pitch — Hanshin Koshien Stadium
September 10, 2026 (Thu) — vs Hiroshima Toyo Carp — 18:00 first pitch — Hanshin Koshien Stadium
Venue Note
Most Hanshin Tigers home games are played at Hanshin Koshien Stadium. During the National High School Baseball Championship (Summer Koshien) in August, selected Tigers home games are relocated to Kyocera Dome Osaka. Be sure to check the venue listed for your game before traveling.
Gates typically open approximately 90 minutes before first pitch.
Games are played to completion unless weather conditions cause suspension or postponement.
TICKETS
Tickets for Hanshin Tigers home games are available through the club’s official ticketing system and authorized Japanese ticketing platforms.
Official Hanshin Tigers Ticket Site:
https://www.hanshintigers.jp/ticket/
Ticket Pia:
https://t.pia.jp/
Lawson Ticket:
https://l-tike.com/sports/baseball/
e+:
https://eplus.jp/sf/sports/baseball
Available seating categories typically include:
• Infield Reserved Seats
• Outfield Reserved Seats
• Upper-Level Reserved Seats
• Premium and Special Seating Areas
• Group and Family Seating Options
Ticket prices vary by opponent, seat location, day of the week, and demand. Popular games against rivals such as the Yomiuri Giants, Hiroshima Carp, and Orix Buffaloes often sell out well in advance.
Tickets may also be purchased through convenience store ticketing terminals, including Lawson (Loppi), 7-Eleven (Multi Copy), and FamilyMart services where available.
All seats are reserved unless specifically designated as general admission in select outfield sections.
Advance purchase is strongly recommended, particularly for weekend games, holiday dates, and rivalry matchups. Hanshin Tigers home games are among the most popular sporting events in Japan and frequently sell out.
THE EXPERIENCE
Exactly. This page is about seeing the Tigers at Kyocera Dome, not Koshien. The Experience should sell thatexperience.
I'd rewrite it like this:
Watching the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka offers a rare opportunity to experience one of Japan's most passionate baseball teams without leaving the heart of the city. For a few weeks each August, while Hanshin Koshien Stadium hosts the National High School Baseball Championship, the Tigers bring their home games to Osaka's modern, climate-controlled dome. The result is the same electric atmosphere with the added convenience of easy city-center access.
- Cheer alongside the Tigers' famous supporters as coordinated songs, chants, brass bands, and rhythmic cheering fill Kyocera Dome from first pitch to the final out.
- Enjoy classic Japanese ballpark food, local specialties, and cold drinks delivered directly to your seat by the stadium's iconic beer vendors.
- Take part in the seventh-inning celebration as thousands of fans sing Rokko Oroshi and wave team towels throughout the dome.
- Experience professional baseball in a comfortable, air-conditioned stadium with excellent sightlines and protection from Osaka's summer heat and sudden rain.
- Before or after the game, explore nearby Namba, Shinsaibashi, and Dotonbori, all just minutes from the stadium by train or on foot.
Whether you're a lifelong baseball fan or attending your first NPB game, seeing the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome combines the excitement of Japan's most passionate fan culture with one of Osaka's most convenient sporting venues.
INFO
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- Hanshin plays at Kyocera Dome Osaka only during selected August home games while Hanshin Koshien Stadium hosts Japan's National High School Baseball Championship.
- Arrive 45–60 minutes before first pitch to watch batting practice, explore the concourse, and enjoy the pregame atmosphere.
- The Tigers' famous cheering sections are located in the outfield. Even from other seating areas, fans are encouraged to join the coordinated chants and seventh-inning celebration.
- Kyocera Dome is cashless at many concession stands, so carrying a credit card or IC transit card is recommended.
- Beer vendors circulate through the seating bowl, allowing fans to purchase drinks without leaving their seats.
- The stadium is just minutes from Namba, Shinsaibashi, and Dotonbori, making it easy to combine a Tigers game with dinner, shopping, or Osaka nightlife.
- August home series are limited, and popular weekend games can sell out well in advance. Purchasing tickets early is strongly recommended.
Hanshin Tigers
Official Website: https://hanshintigers.jp/
Tickets: https://hanshintigers.jp/ticket/Kyocera Dome Osaka
Official Website: https://www.kyoceradome-osaka.jp/Address:
3-2-1 Chiyozaki, Nishi-ku, Osaka 550-0023
