OSAKA FUNtast!c SPORTS PROJECT
“OSAKA Nekatsu GAMES” “OSAKA Nekatsu HEROES”



Let's go watch some exciting matches between top rugby teams from Japan and abroad!
Let's go meet top athletes from various fields!
Basic information
■ November 14th (Sat)OSAKA enthusiastic activity GAMES
A special one-day-only match will be held, featuring top teams from within and outside the prefecture!
On the day of the match, there will be a halftime show and food trucks offering international cuisine!
Autumn is the season for sports and delicious food, so let's go watch some exciting matches at Hanazono Rugby Stadium!
[Match Overview] *Two matches will be held each day.
<Venue> Hanazono Rugby Stadium, Higashi-Osaka City
<Time> First match: 13:00 Red Hurricanes Osaka vs Tochigi Honda Heat
Second game: 4:30 PM Hanazono Kintetsu Liners vs ACT Brumbies
[Event Information]
<Halftime Show>
During halftime of each match, the dance unit "Avant-gardi," which attracted attention at the closing ceremony of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, and Myaku Myaku will perform.
We will be holding a special performance!
<World Gourmet>
Around the stadium, food trucks will be set up, allowing you to enjoy gourmet food from all over the world!
There will be plenty of other activities, including sports experiences and track and field stages!
*For more details Official website Please check.
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■ "OSAKA Netsukatsu HEROES" will be held on November 15th (Sun).
We will be holding "HEROES STAGE," a stage event where you can experience the appeal of sports up close through talk shows and performances by top athletes, and "DO SPORTS," a sports experience event where visitors can try out various sports.
Experience the thrill of watching sports and the joy of participating in physical activity yourself. We'll deliver an exhilarating day where you can enjoy both!
[Event Overview]
<Venue> Osaka Castle Park, Sun Plaza
<Main Programs>
〇HEROES STAGE
We will welcome top athletes who have been active in various fields to participate in talk shows where they will discuss the appeal of their sport, their journeys as athletes, and their connection to Osaka, as well as stage shows by special performers.
〇DO SPORTS
We plan to offer a variety of sports experience content, including "HEROES Skills Challenge," a challenge project where you can take on athletes appearing on HEROES STAGE, and "Sports Experience Classes," where you can learn directly from top athletes in various sports such as soccer, rugby, table tennis, and BMX.
World Gourmet
Food trucks offering cuisine from around the world will be available. Enjoy global gourmet food in between participating in or watching various sports.
*For details Official website Please check.
- schedule
- ■OSAKA Passionate Games
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Event hours: 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Food trucks until 7:00 PM)
■OSAKA Nekatsu HEROES
Date: November 15, 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (tentative)
- Price
- ■OSAKA Passionate Games
Prices vary depending on the type of seat (from 1,500 yen to 3,500 yen).
*Admission for high school students and younger starts from 500 yen (general admission).
*There are also free attractions around the stadium, such as a track stage and sports experiences.
■OSAKA Nekatsu HEROES
Admission and participation fees are free (food and drinks are extra).
- contact address
- OSAKA FUNtast!c SPORTS PROJECT 事務局
E-Mail:[email protected]






