Route Inn Hotels Presents BC League All-Star Game 2026: Three Members from 'Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora' Announced as Special Supporters!

The Route Inn BC League (Baseball Challenge League), Japan's regional professional baseball league, is pleased to announce that Akita Ria, Iwamoto Riko, and Kanazawa Ami from the idol group 'Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora' have been selected as special supporters for the 'Route Inn Hotels Presents BC League All-Star Game 2026.'

The three members will contribute to enhancing the festive atmosphere of the All-Star Game through various on-site events and ceremonies.

We invite fans to join us at the stadium for a truly unforgettable and special day that can only be experienced live.

Featured Members

◆ Akita Ria

・Date of Birth: July 9, 2007

・Hometown: Hyogo Prefecture

〔Comment〕

I am honored to be appointed as a special supporter.

I'm Akita Ria from 'Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora'!

I'm truly thrilled to be involved with baseball, a sport I deeply love, in this special way.

The thought of feeling the stadium's energy firsthand makes me incredibly excited—I can't contain my enthusiasm!

Having played baseball myself, I plan to give it my all during the first pitch ceremony and aim straight for the center of the plate!

I'll do my very best to make this 20th-anniversary celebration the most exciting one yet!

◆ Iwamoto Riko

・Date of Birth: November 25, 2007

・Hometown: Tokyo

〔Comment〕

I am honored to serve as a special supporter.

I'm Iwamoto Riko from 'Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora'.

I feel truly privileged to be selected as a special supporter for the Route Inn BC League All-Star Game, especially in this milestone 20th-anniversary year.

As someone who regularly visits batting centers and deeply loves sports, I'll share my unique perspective to highlight the excitement of this game.

I look forward to cheering with all of you and doing my best to energize the stadium!

◆ Kanazawa Ami

・Date of Birth: February 14, 2007

・Hometown: Kanagawa Prefecture

〔Comment〕

I'm honored to be appointed as a special supporter.

I'm Kanazawa Ami from 'Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora'.

I'm delighted to be involved in such a special event as the Route Inn BC League All-Star Game and to experience the game's intense energy up close.

I want to enjoy the players' passionate performances, the unique sense of unity at the stadium, and the charm of baseball together with everyone.

On game day, I'll do my utmost through ceremonies and other activities to support the players and energize the crowd. Thank you for your support!

All-Star Game Overview

◆ Title: Route Inn Hotels Presents BC League All-Star Game 2026

◆ Date & Time: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 5:30 PM start

◆ Venue: Saitama Prefectural Omiya Park Baseball Stadium

◆ Matchup: BC League Legacy vs. BC League Next

※ Rain Date: Sunday, July 5, 2026, 5:30 PM start @ UD Trucks Ōmiya Stadium (Ōmiya Citizens Baseball Field)

Featured Events

◆ Home Run Derby

During the home run competition featuring top players, the members will join on the field as cheer leaders to add excitement.

◆ Dance Performance

Lucky Seven (top and bottom of the 7th inning)

Alongside the team cheer performance squads, they will deliver a special dance performance exclusive to this event.

Experience the All-Star Game's spectacular entertainment live at the stadium.

◆ First Pitch Ceremony

Before the game begins, they will throw a special ceremonial first pitch to mark the official start of this grand baseball festival.

◆ Limited-Time Giveaway Campaign

During the field maintenance after the 5th inning, the members of 'Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora' will personally toss color balls into the stands.

Fans who successfully catch a color ball will receive limited-edition merchandise signed by the members—available only on this day.

※ The performers and events are currently scheduled and subject to change.

※ In the event the game is moved to the rain date (July 5), 'Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora' will not be appearing.