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Experience Family Fun at Ariake Garden’s Rugby Match Day

Ariake Garden, managed by Sumitomo Realty & Management, is set to host its fourth consecutive 'Family Match Day' featuring the official game of the Shimizu Construction Koto Blue Sharks, a member of JAPAN RUGBY LEAGUE ONE. This exciting event aims to create lasting memories for families through the exhilarating experience of watching rugby together.

As a family entertainment venue, Ariake Garden is committed to offering various events that foster community engagement and sports connection. This initiative enhances the traditional sports viewing experience, transforming it into a special occasion where families can bond over thrilling games.

On the special day, attendees can look forward to the ever-popular 'Escort Family' initiative, where selected parent-child pairs will enter the pitch alongside the players, giving them a unique experience filled with the electric atmosphere of the match.

Additionally, guests can participate in a halftime lottery where exciting prizes are up for grabs, including vouchers for the garden's bathing facilities and hotel restaurants, as well as shopping coupons. Post-match, the event will recognize exceptional players by awarding the MVP prize to the standout performer of the game, ensuring an engaging experience for everyone.

Event Details of the Ariake Garden Family Match Day

• - Date: February 28th, 2026
• - Match: Shimizu Construction Koto Blue Sharks vs. NEC Green Rockets
• - Venue: Yume-no-Sho Stadium, Koto City (1-1-2 Yume-no-Sho, Koto City, Tokyo; approximately 5 minutes on foot from Shin-Kiba Station)

Activities planned for the day include:

• - Player escort families
• - Halftime lottery
• - MVP award presentation

The Escort Family participants will be selected through announcements on the Ariake Garden premises and via newsletters from the Shimizu Construction Koto Blue Sharks. The halftime lottery will be open to all attendees on the day of the event.

About the Shimizu Construction Koto Blue Sharks

• - Name: Shimizu Construction Koto Blue Sharks, Incorporation
• - Location: 4-2-2 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo, Toyonando Building, 3rd floor
• - Established: April 4, 2022
• - Representative: Tamotsu Toyoda
• - Website: blue-sharks.jp

About Sumitomo Realty & Management

• - Name: Sumitomo Realty & Management Co., Ltd.
• - Established: February 9, 2017
• - President: Naoto Yamamoto
• - Location: Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo
• - Business Scope: Management and operation of commercial facilities (Ariake Garden, Haneda Airport Garden, Tokyo Garden Theater)
• - Website: sumifu-shogyo.co.jp

About Ariake Garden

Ariake Garden, which opened in 2020, stands as a new landmark in Tokyo Bay. The complex features a large shopping mall, the Tokyo Garden Theater, a bathing facility, a hotel, and a dedicated theater for the Shiki Theatre Company.

Facilities at Ariake Garden Include:

• - Indoor Kids’ Play Area: A free play space perfect for families
• - Spacious Lawn: A large grassy area for all-day family fun

• - Name: Sumitomo Realty & Management Shopping City Ariake Garden
• - Location: 2-1-8 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo
• - Development/Ownership: Sumitomo Realty
• - Management: Sumitomo Realty & Management
• - Parking: Approximately 1,800 vehicles
• - Access: 4 minutes on foot from Yurikamome 'Ariake' station, or 6 minutes from 'Kokusai-Tenjijo' station on the Rinkai Line
• - Business Hours: Retail & Services 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Food Court & Restaurants 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Major stores include: MUJI, Kojima x Bic Camera, Loft, ABC-MART, H&M, Nishimatsuya, Muraski Sports, Yogibo Store, LEGO Store, Shimamura Music, Nitori Deco Home, Maruzen, Bornelund Kid’s World, Tomoz, Kaldi Coffee Farm, Baskin-Robbins, Peppy’s Milky Donuts, Taco Bell, Domino's Pizza, Aeon Style, and Viola… and many more.

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