Nagoya Dome, Nagoya

The Nagoya Dome, officially known as Vantelin Dome Nagoya, is a prominent domed baseball stadium located in the city of Nagoya. Constructed in 1997, this stadium is an architectural marvel, exemplifying a geodesic dome structure. With a seating capacity of 36,418 for sporting events and 49,000 for concerts, it is a versatile venue that caters to large audiences for a variety of events.

Since its opening, the Nagoya Dome has served as the home ground for the Chunichi Dragons, a team in the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) league. Additionally, it has hosted games for other baseball teams such as the Orix BlueWave and Kintetsu Buffaloes. The stadium enhances the baseball experience with a range of seating options, including regular seats, prime box seats for groups of four, and prime twin seats for pairs. One of the stadium's highlights is its popular boxed lunches, known as tamaben.

The Nagoya Dome is not only a hub for baseball but also a venue for numerous other events, including exhibitions and concerts. The official theme song for the stadium, "Here for You," was written by local FM radio disc jockey James Havens and released by Victor Entertainment, adding a unique local flavor to its identity.

On event days, fans can enjoy the Doala Cafe, while the Prisma Club, a shop filled with merchandise related to the Chunichi Dragons and Vantelin Dome Nagoya, remains open even on non-event days, except Mondays. This shop provides fans and visitors with access to a variety of goods, ensuring that the dome is a bustling location year-round.