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Official Ticket Resale Service for the 2026 Season

In February, the official and authorized ticket resale service for the 2026 season kicked off, collaborating with four renowned baseball teams: Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, Saitama Seibu Lions, Chiba Lotte Marines, and Orix Buffaloes. This initiative aims to provide fans a convenient platform to buy and sell tickets that they can no longer use, adhering to each team's established guidelines.

The ticket resale service is facilitated through the Ticket Distribution Center (Chike Ryu), which has successfully operated this service for the past seven years, with the 2026 season marking the seventh year of engagement with the teams. In 2025 alone, around 150,000 tickets were traded, showcasing the platform's effectiveness in recycling unused tickets and giving fans the chance to enjoy games at seats they usually wouldn't be able to access, particularly from season ticket holders, of which about one-third of listings come from.

As a part of this launch, a special promotion is also taking place: a 1,000 yen coupon will be awarded to 2,026 lucky participants selected from entries. The coupon can be used for discounted transaction fees on the ticket resale platform, making it an even more attractive option for fans eager to catch their favorite teams in action.

Benefits of the Ticket Resale Service

The Ticket Distribution Center has over 25 years of expertise in ticket distribution, enhancing fan engagement and convenience while ensuring the safety of transactions. The collaboration with the four major baseball teams not only elevates the spectator experience but also drives the integration of safe and user-friendly systems for ticket exchanges across Japan.

Among the key aspects of this ticket resale service, security is paramount. Every seller is verified to prevent fraud, and funds are securely held by Chike Ryu until the tickets are successfully transferred to the buyers. Furthermore, in case of any issues, a dedicated customer support service stands ready to assist.

Participating Teams

1. Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters
- Managed by: Fighters Sports & Entertainment Co., Ltd., Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido
- CEO: Kazumi Shimoyama
- Official Resale Site

2. Saitama Seibu Lions
- Managed by: Seibu Lions Co., Ltd., Tokorozawa City, Saitama
- CEO: Tsuyoshi Okumura
- Official Resale Site

3. Chiba Lotte Marines
- Managed by: Chiba Lotte Marines Co., Ltd., Chiba City
- CEO: Shunsuke Kosaka
- Official Resale Site

4. Orix Buffaloes
- Managed by: Orix Baseball Club Co., Ltd., Osaka City
- CEO: Taro Madeno
- Official Resale Site

Conclusion

The official ticket resale service not only aims to enhance fan connectivity but also seeks to establish a more sustainable and thriving community around the sport. With innovative strategies in place, the platform is all set to facilitate better access to live baseball games, ensuring that fans always have a chance to cheer on their favorite teams live at the stadium.