Koshien Museum – Japan - Attractions

Hanshin Koshien Stadium Museum

Discover the rich history of high school baseball, the Hanshin Tigers, and the iconic Hanshin Koshien Stadium at the Koshien History Museum in Nishinomiya, Japan. Built in 1924, Hanshin Koshien Stadium stands as a testament to Japan’s deep-rooted baseball tradition. Not only is it home to Japan’s second oldest professional baseball team, the Hanshin Tigers, but it also proudly hosts the national high school baseball tournament twice annually in spring and summer.

Legends like Shohei Otani, Hideki Matsui, and Daisuke Matsuzaka, who later showcased their talents in Major League Baseball, once graced the Koshien field during their high school days. Experience the passion, history, and legacy of Japanese baseball.

The Koshien History Museum exhibits are divided into two areas. The PLUS area first and the ballpark area.

PLUS area (Koshien PLUS 2F)

Highlighting the Hanshin Tigers’ triumphant years in 1985, 2003, and 2005, the displayed pennants and exhibits of key players recapture the exhilaration of those moments.

Experience! Touch Stadium

At the “Experience! Touch Stadium,” visitors can engage with hands-on exhibits, including the actual baseball equipment used by Hanshin Tigers players.

Tigers Road

This wall, adorned with quotes from former Hanshin Tigers players and managers, invites visitors to capture a memorable photo alongside their favorite quote.

Experience VR Corner

Experience the thrill of baseball like never before with a collection of VR showcases. “Tigers Night Show VR” offers a 3-minute aerial view of a dynamic night game. The 93rd High School Baseball Tournament Final between “Tokai University Sagami vs Meiho” comes alive in a 3-minute 20-second ground-level experience. Witness Kyuji Fujikawa’s emotional retirement match from the unique perspective of a relief car in a 3-minute VR journey.

Relive key moments with the 2020 Koshien High School Exchange Game in a 5-minute VR session. Feel the crowd’s energy in “Light Stand VR” for 2 minutes and 38 seconds. The 100th National High School Baseball Championship is encapsulated in a thrilling 2-minute VR recap. Lastly, join the Hanshin ground crew in a 2-minute “Professional Baseball Ground Maintenance Car Experience VR,” offering a behind-the-scenes look at field upkeep.

Stadium Area (Koshien Stadium Outfield)

After exploring the PLUS area, make your way across the pedestrian deck to the ballpark zone. Here, in the stadium section, delve into the rich history of high school baseball and the Hanshin Koshien Stadium through exhibits, panels, and videos. Don’t miss the chance to snap a memorable photo from the “back screen view,” offering a unique perspective right beneath the scoreboard with an expansive view of the field!

Plus, explore historical exhibits from the 1915 baseball tournament, anticipate Koshien Stadium’s centennial in 2024, dive into the 3D baseball manga displays, and admire uniforms from “Dokaben,” “Touch,” and “Diamond Ace.”

See the History of Japan’s Koshien Stadium

Dive into the rich history of Japan’s iconic Koshien Stadium. Watch their first introductory video on the Koshien History Museum and discover the legacy of Japanese high school baseball and the stadium’s significance.

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