Kaitori Daikichi, a specialty store operated by Empower Inc. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Shunsuke Masui), which runs the specialty store "Kaitori Daikichi," will implement "High-Five Kids," a special experience program where children will welcome the AKATSUKI JAPAN Men's National Team players on court at the "Kaitori Daikichi Cup 2026 (Tokyo Tournament) International Basketball Match featuring the Japan Men's National Team" to be held at Ariake Arena on August 15, 2026.

On August 15, 2026 (Sat), the "Kaitori Daikichi Cup 2026 (Tokyo Tournament) International Basketball Match featuring the Japan Men's National Team" will be held at Ariake Arena in Koto-ku, Tokyo. To commemorate the tournament, Kaitori Daikichi is looking for "High-Five Kids" to energize the match with the greatest enthusiasm!

What are High-Five Kids?

This is a special experience program where children welcome the national team players entering the court with high-fives and send them their passionate cheers.

Benefits of Participating as a High-Five Kid

You can high-five the Japan Men's National Team players.

You can take a group photo with the players.

You can watch the dynamic professional play during the game.

Viewing tickets are included for the participating child and one accompanying guardian.

Recruitment Guidelines

Tournament Name

Kaitori Daikichi Cup 2026 (Tokyo Tournament)

Venue

Ariake Arena 1-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo

Date and Time

August 15, 2026 (Sat) TIPOFF 19:00 (scheduled)

Opponent

Korea Men's National Team

Number of Participants

20 people *If applications exceed the number of openings, a lottery will be held.

Age Eligibility

1st Grade Elementary School to 6th Grade Elementary School

Access

Tokyo Waterfront New Transit Yurikamome Line

Approx. 8-minute walk from Shin-Toyosu Station

Approx. 8-minute walk from Ariake-Tennis-no-Mori Station

Tokyo Waterfront City Line (Rinkai Line)

Approx. 17-minute walk from Kokusai-Tenjijo Station

Approx. 17-minute walk from Shinonome Station

Tokyo BRT

Approx. 8-minute walk from Ariake-Tennis-no-Mori bus stop

Approx. 10 minutes from Shimbashi stop to Ariake-Tennis-no-Mori stop

TOKYO BRT

For access details: https://ariake-arena.tokyo/access/

Application Deadline

July 24, 2026 (Fri) until 23:59

To apply, you must register as a friend on "Kaitori Daikichi Official LINE."

If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held.

Winners will be notified by email around July 31, 2026 (Fri).

How to Apply (Easy 3 Steps)

Register as a friend on Official LINE

Please register as a friend on "Kaitori Daikichi Official LINE" from here.

Access the application page from the LINE menu

Open the chat screen and tap the "Kaitori Daikichi Cup 2026 High-Five Kids Application" banner in the bottom menu. *Even if you are already registered as a friend, please proceed from the LINE menu.

Complete your application by entering the required information

Please fill in the required information on the application form and submit it. Once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation message on your LINE My Page.

*Simply registering as a LINE friend does not complete the application. Please be sure to complete the procedure from the "Application Reception Form" within the menu.

Notes on Application

Regarding Winner Announcements and Event Communications

"Winner announcements" and "communications regarding the event" (such as cancellations due to disasters, or day-of information for winners) will be sent to your registered email address. Please be careful to enter your email address correctly to ensure you receive emails reliably.

If you do not reply by the deadline due to unread emails or reception errors, your winning may be invalidated.

Regarding Photography and Video Recording and Publication

There may be media coverage from TV, newspapers, etc., on the day of the event, and you may be featured in the media.

Photos and videos taken may be used on the Kaitori Daikichi website, advertisements, etc. We appreciate your understanding.

The data for the group photo will be sent to your LINE My Page at a later date.

If you do not wish to be included in the group photo, please inform the staff on the day of the event.

Handling of Personal Information

For the operation of this event, the names of the winners may be provided to the match organizer.

Please check the following page for information on the handling of personal information.

https://www.kaitori-daikichi.jp/privacy/

We look forward to your applications!

Inquiries about this event

High-Five Kids Inquiry Form

FACT BOX

  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: Event
  • Organizations: AKATSUKI JAPAN