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National High School Baseball Championship (Koshien)
全国高等学校野球選手権大会
Hyogo · Kansai
The national high school baseball tournament held at Koshien Stadium near Osaka, featuring 49 teams representing all prefectures of Japan. The event is a major summer institution with opening and closing ceremonies, drawing massive TV audiences across the country.
- Dates
- August 5–22, 2026
- Location
- Hyogo · Kansai
- Nearest station
- Koshien Station · 3 min walk
- Crowd level
- National attendance
- Entry
- Paid admission
- Official site
- jhbf.or.jp/sensyuken
Happens every year
What to expect
Experience the roar of the crowd and the crack of the bat in the historic Koshien Stadium, where the passion of young athletes fills the air. The stadium's ivy-covered walls and iconic scoreboard add to the electric atmosphere.
Best viewing tips
Seats in the infield offer the best view of the action. Bring a hat and sunscreen as the August sun can be intense. Arrive early for the opening ceremony to soak in the full experience.
How to get there
From Shin-Osaka Station · ~27 min by car
Your turn
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