The highly anticipated Giants Town Stadium officially opened on March 1, 2025, marking the dawn of a new chapter for the Yomiuri Giants organization and its fans. Located adjacent to the Yomiuri Land amusement park in the city of INAGI, this new facility is not just another ballpark; it’s set to be the heart of the Tokyo Giants Town, blending sports with entertainment.
At 1 PM, under the sunny skies of early March, the ceremonial opening kicked off with the second-team match against the Yakult Swallows. But before the game began, the stadium buzzed with excitement as numerous baseball legends gathered for the grand opening ceremony, which started at 12:30 PM. Omnipresent figures such as Tsuneo Horiuchi, Tatsunori Hara, and Yoshinobu Takahashi took center stage for the tape-cutting and balloon-release ceremony.
Notably, this isn't just any stadium; it features state-of-the-art design borrowed from Japan's iconic Tokyo Dome, with dimensions matching - left and right fields at 100 meters and 122 meters to center. The stadium accommodates around 2,900 spectators, offering them intimate views of the action on the field.
The opening festivities also included live performances from ELLY/CB from the J Soul Brothers and DOBERMAN INFINITY, ensuring fans celebrated this landmark day with lively entertainment. A spectacular drone show featuring 500 drones illuminated the sky as they flew over the stadium, celebrating the historic occasion.
The Giants Town Stadium aims to bridge the gap between players and fans remarkably. "Here, players will train hard to seamlessly transition to plays at the Dome without missing a beat," shared Hiroki Yamamoto, the General Affairs Chief. He emphasized how the design intends to offer fans closer interaction with players, allowing their cheers and voices to resonate throughout the stadium.
This design ethos extends to the stadium layout itself. With only four rows of seating maximally above the field, spectators are situated much closer to the action than typical ballparks. This not only enhances the excitement but also creates memorable experiences for fans who appreciate being at the center of the game.
Making sure everyone can enjoy the events, the Giants Town Stadium is also wheelchair accessible, equipped with elevators to navigate various levels, pleasingly aligning with the organization's commitment to inclusivity. Excitingly, shuttle services are set to operate from Keio Yomiuriland Station during game days, ensuring easy access to the stadium.
The amenities within the new venue have fans talking. The G×DOMDOM hamburger shop is set to serve uniquely styled burgers, including the special "Big G-Dom" burger made with charcoal black buns and rich toppings enticing enough to make any burger lover drool. Fans can also enjoy seasonal dishes and refreshing craft beers themed around Giants colors.
Not only does the venue host the minor league team’s games (with around 60 matches scheduled each season), but it's also their go-to destination for various events—ranging from community sports to entertainment activities and real-life escape games.
Green spaces around the stadium allow fans to relax just like at parks. On off-days, the stadium opens its concourses and stands for folks to walk leisurely, enjoy the exhibits of team legends, or simply sit back and enjoy the atmosphere. Even the sub-ground area will provide fun play areas, inviting visitors to engage actively with the venue when not hosting key events.
Anticipation for this venue is so high, with plans already circulating for larger community and cultural events the likes of which have never been seen before. By 2027, Giants Town is set to become home to Japan's first aquarium-integrated stadium, tightly linking sports entertainment with broader family-friendly amenities. This will significantly increase the momentum of culture and recreation within the Tokyo region.
On opening day, amid standing ovations and hearty cheers, the Giants Town Stadium became more than just another sports complex. It signifies the Giants' dedication to innovation, inclusion, and community spirit—an embodiment of the thrill of baseball.
With this successful launch, the Giants hope to attract fans beyond the die-hard supporters—inviting families and the younger generation to create new memories at the ballpark. The focus isn’t only on baseball; it is about cultivating community as a united front, celebrating this sport and the joy it brings to countless Japanese fans.
The opening celebration of Giants Town Stadium is remarkable—not just for the Yomiuri Giants but for Tokyo’s sports culture as well. It’s not just about the matches to be played; it is about the new experiences and memories to be made and cherished over the years.