◇A huge mural of Hiromi Ito and Chusei Mannami completed at Hokkaido Nippon-Ham ES CON FIELD

ES CON FIELD A new 10-meter-high wall artwork has been completed at the "Tower Eleven" building on the first floor. The work was done by "OVER ALLs" depicting Yu Darvish pitcher and Shohei Otani on the wall on the concourse side of the first floor FIELD LEVEL of "TOWER 11". Hokkaido Nippon-Ham They are the pitching and hitting faces of Hiromi Ito pitcher, , Chusei Mannami The players are represented in a dynamic composition.

ES CON FIELD It can be seen on the wall of the craft beer brewing restaurant "Sora Toshiba by Yona Yona Ale" on the 1st floor. You can also go down to the ground level from the stairs next to the wall art.

▼ Hiromi Ito pitcher Comments ▼
"We are very happy that you painted ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO as wall art like our target Yu Darvish pitcher. As you cut out the scene of me howling, I would like to show pitch my feelings more fully than ever before. Feeling chic that I have been selected to represent the team, I will continue to show my play to live up to the wall art."

▼ Chusei Mannami Players Comments ▼
It is a great joy and pride for me to have my image engraved as wall art in the world's number one ballpark, ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO. It is a great honor for me as an athlete to be a part of the stadium, just like my great predecessors, Yu Darvish pitcher and Shohei Otani. I would like to turn this wonderful opportunity into strength and continue to embody the power and dynamism of my game at ground, which is as powerful and dynamic as the wall art.

◇Tohoku Rakuten to hold "Showa and Heisei Retro Series" from September 12th to 15th

Following on from last season, Rakuten Eagles will be holding the "Showa/Heisei Retro Series" against Chiba Lotte Marines from September 12th (Friday) to 15th (Monday, holiday).

There will also be a "Heisei Retro Exhibition" that recreates a nostalgic room from the Heisei era, an "Old Car Exhibition" that fans will love, and a live performance of Showa and Heisei era hits by Tetsuyanagi with TACK. Players will also be transformed into Showa and Heisei era retro looks using artificial intelligence, appearing on starting line-up panels and on the stadium's screens. In addition, Analog Taro, who is popular for his comedy routines based on nostalgic items and culture from the Showa and Heisei eras, will be visiting on September 13th (Sat) and 14th (Sun).

In addition, starting line-up panels that were displayed in last season's "Showa Heisei Retro Series" will be autographed by the players and sold at auction.

◇Saitama Seibu: The first Japanese professional baseball team to collaborate with Harry Potter

Saitama Seibu, in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, will be holding a collaboration event with the hit film series "Harry Potter" for the first time in Japanese professional baseball at the game against Orix on Friday, August 29th during the "The Lions Festivals 2025" period, which will be held from Friday, August 1st to Sunday, August 31st.

On the day, as part of a partnership with the stage production "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" currently running at the TBS Akasaka ACT Theater, actress Rena Matsui, who plays the role of Hermione Granger, will be in attendance and will make an appearance at the ceremonial pitch.

Additionally, "Harry Potter x The Lions collaboration goods" will be on sale at the merchandise shop inside the stadium from Friday, the 29th. As "Back to Hogwarts" day, when Harry and his friends begin the new semester at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, is three days after Friday, the 29th, on Monday, September 1st, the design is based on the logos of the school's four houses. Plans are in place for acrylic key chains featuring the team's official mascot, Leo, wearing the house's robe, T-shirts and caps based on the house's main color, and cheering items such as mini flags and face towels.

▼Comment from Rena Matsui▼
"I have been given the opportunity to take part in Saitama Seibu Lions' ceremonial pitch. I am extremely honored to have been given this rare opportunity to spend time with the team's fans at this historic stadium. I will pitch with all my heart and all my might on the day. Thank you very much for your support!"

◇Saitama Seibu acquires infielder J.D. Davis

Saitama Seibu announced that they have signed a contract with J.D. Davis. Davis will wear number 10 uniform. Davis is a 32-year-old infielder who has hit 72 Home Run in his major league career.

▼ Comment from JD Davis ▼
"I am honored to be a part of Saitama Seibu Lions a legendary organization with a rich history. I have heard that The Lions enjoy passionate support from their fans. I have the utmost respect for the discipline of Japanese baseball, and promise to learn, grow, and give my all to help The Lions win. I am grateful for this new stage in my life, and will put the team first and do my best both on and off ground. I also look forward to experiencing the local community and culture."

▼Comment from Hiroike Koji, General Manager of the Baseball Team▼
"As we enter the second half of the season, we have acquired Davis, although it is still mid-season, in order to improve the team's scoring ability. His greatest strengths are his fast batted ball speed and his ability to hit long balls to the right. In America, he mainly played third base. We are looking forward to seeing him hit the ball that will decide the game."

◇ Chiba Lotte Marines Lotte Kokubo Ice and Refrigeration Co., Ltd. and the company have signed a "Heatstroke Prevention Partnership" agreement.

Chiba Lotte Marines (hereinafter referred to as "Rock Ice Museum") announced that it has signed a new "Heat Stroke Prevention Partner" agreement with its official sponsor, Kokubo Ice & Cold Storage Co.

Zozo Marine Stadium Starting with the July 12 (Sat.) game against Saitama Seibu, a total of 11 home games in July and August will be held at the "Rock Ice® Charge Spot" in front of the The Marines Store Museum, where ice for heat stroke and icing (Rock Ice®) will be distributed to those who bring their own ice packs. Rock Ice®" for icing and heat stroke prevention.

In addition, ice packs with the logo of the special summer event "BLACK SUMMER WEEK" will be sold at The Marines stores from July 11 (Fri.).

Outline of the "Rock Ice® Charge Spot" ▼
Description: Approximately 200g of ice for heat stroke prevention and icing will be distributed to the ice urchins that you bring. Can be used any number of times during the distribution time.

Target games: 11 games in total
July 12 (Sat.) 13 (Sun.) Saitama Seibu game
July 19 (Sat) - 21 (Mon) Orix game
Saturday, August 9 Sunday, August 10 Orix game
August 23 (Sat) 24 (Sun) Saitama Seibu Round
August 30 (Sat) 31 (Sun) Fukuoka Softbank games

Time: from 1 hour before the door opens to 1 hour before the game starts

Location: In front of The Marines Store Museum Store (outside area)

Chiba Lotte Marines distributes math workbooks to public elementary schools in the city

Chiba Lotte Marines The Marines the summer edition of their 2025 Math Workbook and distributed it free of charge to 109 public elementary schools in Chiba City. Today, the 11th, as part of their social contribution project "MARINES LINKS," player Ryusei Miyazaki visited Chiba City Masago Nishi Elementary School. A presentation ceremony for the The Marines Workbook was held with 454 students in attendance.

The Marines Math Drill is a self-study resource made up of questions related to Chiba Lotte Marines and baseball, developed with the cooperation of the NPO Chiba Math and Mathematics Association. This marks the 42nd edition since its first distribution in 2011. The 2025 Summer edition was created as a review of the content learned up to July. Player visits began in 2011, but the presentation ceremony was canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to the spread of COVID-19. They resumed in 2022, with the last visit by player Koshiro Wada in December 2024.

▼Miyazaki's comment▼
"The elementary school students were full of energy and it really gave me energy. I hope they will use The Marines math drills to improve their grades, and since the players are featured, I hope they will remember their names and come to Zozo Marine Stadium."

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・ A huge mural of pitcher Ito and player Manami has been completed at ES CON FIELD!
・ Rakuten Eagles Showa and Heisei Retro Series to be held from September 12th (Friday) to September 15th (Monday, holiday)!
・ [Saitama Seibu] First ever Japanese professional baseball event and merchandise release with "Harry Potter" on Friday, August 29th!
・ Saitama Seibu signs contract with J.D. Davis
・ [Chiba Lotte Marines] "Kokubo Ice Making and Refrigeration Co., Ltd." becomes heatstroke prevention partner