[Shizuoka Prefecture] Seeking Naming Rights Partners for Shizuoka's Largest Parks
Shizuoka Prefecture is seeking naming rights partners for three of its largest park facilities: Ecopa Stadium, Ecopa Arena, and Hamanako Garden Park, aiming for stable facility operation and enhanced appeal.
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Shizuoka Prefecture is seeking naming rights partners for Ecopa Stadium, Ecopa Arena, and Hamanako Garden Park, which are part of the prefecturally managed Ogasayama Sports Park.
**■ Recruitment Details**
Target Facilities: Ogasayama Sports Park
① Shizuoka Stadium (Ecopa Stadium)
Ancillary facilities: Auxiliary stadium, throwing practice field
② Shizuoka Arena (Ecopa Arena)
Ancillary facilities: Auxiliary gymnasium
Hamanako Garden Park
③ Hamanako Garden Park (Park nickname)
Ancillary facilities: Outdoor stage, observation tower
Recruitment Period: Friday, May 15, 2026 - Monday, August 10, 2026
Minimum Bid Amount (tax included):
① Annual amount of 25 million yen or more
② Annual amount of 20 million yen or more
③ Annual amount of 3 million yen or more
Contract Period: Five years from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2032
**■ About Ogasayama Sports Park**
(Ecopa Stadium) Location: Aino, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Shizuoka's largest stadium with a capacity of 50,000, having hosted Rugby World Cup and Soccer World Cup matches.
- Besides being a venue for J.League soccer and Rugby League One matches, it has recently been used for stadium concerts, making it a facility with very high media exposure.
(Ecopa Arena) Location: Aino, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- A sacred place for concerts in Shizuoka Prefecture, hosting about 20 performances by famous artists and idol groups annually.
- It is also used as a venue for coming-of-age ceremonies for neighboring cities and is the largest arena in Shizuoka Prefecture with a capacity of 10,000.
(Hamanako Garden Park) Location: Murakushi-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hamanako Garden Park was the site of the Pacific Flora 2004 (Shizuoka International Garden and Horticulture Exhibition) and is an urban park where visitors can enjoy flowers and greenery, attracting about 1.3 million visitors annually.
- The park is well-equipped with facilities such as an outdoor stage and an observation tower. During the flowering season, it bustles with many visitors from both within and outside the prefecture.
**■ About Applying**
For application methods and detailed information on each facility, please check the application guidelines from the Shizuoka Prefecture homepage link below. We look forward to your applications.
https://www.pref.shizuoka.jp/machizukuri/toshikoen/1076723.html
**■ Contact Information**
Shizuoka Prefecture, Urban Bureau, Parks and Greenery Division
Phone: 054-221-3495
E-mail: parks@pref.shizuoka.lg.jp
**■ Recruitment Details**
Target Facilities: Ogasayama Sports Park
① Shizuoka Stadium (Ecopa Stadium)
Ancillary facilities: Auxiliary stadium, throwing practice field
② Shizuoka Arena (Ecopa Arena)
Ancillary facilities: Auxiliary gymnasium
Hamanako Garden Park
③ Hamanako Garden Park (Park nickname)
Ancillary facilities: Outdoor stage, observation tower
Recruitment Period: Friday, May 15, 2026 - Monday, August 10, 2026
Minimum Bid Amount (tax included):
① Annual amount of 25 million yen or more
② Annual amount of 20 million yen or more
③ Annual amount of 3 million yen or more
Contract Period: Five years from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2032
**■ About Ogasayama Sports Park**
(Ecopa Stadium) Location: Aino, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Shizuoka's largest stadium with a capacity of 50,000, having hosted Rugby World Cup and Soccer World Cup matches.
- Besides being a venue for J.League soccer and Rugby League One matches, it has recently been used for stadium concerts, making it a facility with very high media exposure.
(Ecopa Arena) Location: Aino, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- A sacred place for concerts in Shizuoka Prefecture, hosting about 20 performances by famous artists and idol groups annually.
- It is also used as a venue for coming-of-age ceremonies for neighboring cities and is the largest arena in Shizuoka Prefecture with a capacity of 10,000.
(Hamanako Garden Park) Location: Murakushi-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hamanako Garden Park was the site of the Pacific Flora 2004 (Shizuoka International Garden and Horticulture Exhibition) and is an urban park where visitors can enjoy flowers and greenery, attracting about 1.3 million visitors annually.
- The park is well-equipped with facilities such as an outdoor stage and an observation tower. During the flowering season, it bustles with many visitors from both within and outside the prefecture.
**■ About Applying**
For application methods and detailed information on each facility, please check the application guidelines from the Shizuoka Prefecture homepage link below. We look forward to your applications.
https://www.pref.shizuoka.jp/machizukuri/toshikoen/1076723.html
**■ Contact Information**
Shizuoka Prefecture, Urban Bureau, Parks and Greenery Division
Phone: 054-221-3495
E-mail: parks@pref.shizuoka.lg.jp