NEWS
[Pre-opening event] "REDS START 2026 Grand Rally supported by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries" will be held in front of Urawa Station on Sunday, February 1st!

The long-awaited new season has finally begun!
On Sunday, February 1st, in preparation for the J1 Centennial League, which begins the following week, we will be holding the "REDS START Rally supported by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries" at the Civic Square in front of the East Exit of Urawa Station, the gateway to our hometown!
This will be the second time the event has been held, following last year's, and the content has been upgraded!
In the first part of the event, "Soccer Town Reds Park" will appear in front of the station, where children and families can enjoy themselves! Everyone will be welcomed by a space where anyone can enjoy sports for free. In addition to this, there will be a photo spot for interactive mosaic art and greetings from mascots, providing an opportunity to experience the charm of the soccer town firsthand.
In the second and third parts, there will be talk shows with special guests and current Urawa Reds players will appear on stage to liven up Urawa Reds and the soccer town of Urawa!
As we approach the start of the new season, let's make this a special day that will raise the excitement together with everyone in our hometown and all those who love Urawa Reds!
The event will be held in a convenient location in front of the station, so please feel free to drop by after shopping, or even if you have never been to Urawa Reds Stadium before.
As this event will be held in a public area, we ask for your cooperation in checking the details and precautions in advance.
Event Details
[REDS START Rally supported by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries]
Date and Time: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00-16:30 (scheduled)
Location: Urawa Station East Exit Civic Square (in front of Urawa PARCO)
Organized by Urawa Red Diamonds
Co-hosted by Saitama City (Saitama Marathon collaboration event)
Sponsors: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Urawa PARCO
Participation is free
Program Structure
Part 1 (10:00-13:30)
"Reds Park, the town of soccer"
A sports experience area will be set up as a "plaza where anyone can enjoy sports." Redia Family (Urawa Reds mascots and their families) will also be gathering! In addition, visitors will be able to participate in a "participatory URAWA PARCO art production" event, where visitors will be able to create a visual (10m x 10m) Urawa Reds Centennial Concept with the message "Make the city happier through sports," which will be displayed on the wall of Urawa Parco from March. Please come and join us!
Part 2 (Doors open at 14:00, scheduled for 14:30-15:30)
■ MC
Natsumi Asai (host), Ryota Moriwaki (GGR MC), Haruka Takahashi (GGR assistant MC)


"Saitama Marathon Talk Show" & "You're part of the family too! Reds Presentation Championship"
Guests scheduled to appear at the "Saitama Marathon Talk Show"
■ Cast information (in alphabetical order) *Updated 1/27

Tomoyuki Sakai Heartful Coach

Mayu Sasaki Heartful Coach *Absent due to poor health
A special talk show will be held with a stellar lineup of guests! Members who love the J.League and Urawa Reds will be gathered together to give passionate presentations in order to attract newcomers to the stadium.
Guests scheduled to appear on "You're part of the family too! Reds Presentation Championship"
■ Cast information (in alphabetical order) Updated 1/26

Rika Adachi (Presenter/Honorary J.League Women's Manager)

Mirei Sasaki (Beginner Spectator Representative/Actor)

Cacaroni Sugaya (presenter/comedian)

Ryota Moriwaki (Presenter/Reds OB, TVTama GGRMC)
・Emcee: Natsumi Asai (stadium MC)
Part 3 (16:00-16:30)
"Athlete appearance stage"
With the opening just a week away, current players will take to the stage! They will speak in their own words about their passionate determination for this season.
Scheduled players

Shusaku Nishikawa

Yuta Miyamoto

Kenta Nemoto

Renji Hidano
*Please note that the participating athletes may be subject to change due to their condition or other reasons.
REX CLUB seating area lottery
At REX CLUB, a lottery for seating areas will be held exclusively for LOYALTY and REGULAR members.
・Part 2 (Doors open at 14:00, scheduled for 14:30-15:30)
"Saitama Marathon Talk Show" & "You're part of the family too! Reds Presentation Championship"
https://rexclub.urawa-reds.co.jp/mypage/events/175
・Part 3 (16:00-16:30)
"Athlete appearance stage"
https://rexclub.urawa-reds.co.jp/mypage/events/176
Application acceptance period
Until 23:59 on Thursday, January 29th
Announcement of the Winners
Friday, January 30th *Results to be announced by 6:00 PM
Booth Information (Updated on 2/1)
1. Urawa Reds special merchandise booth
We will set up a special merchandise booth at the event venue and implement the following measures.
"Giant Garapon" event held
We will be holding a "giant lottery" where you can win luxurious goods.
Please stop by the merchandise booth while you're there.
Participation fee: 1,000 yen per session
2. Saitama Marathon Official Merchandise Booth
Official Saitama Marathon merchandise will be on sale!
We will also be setting up gachapon machines with new products,
Please stop by!
3. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Urawa Reds Ladies & REX CLUB Booth
Reds Ladies flyer distribution and fun raffle!
New members are accepted at any time at the REX CLUB booth.
Requests to all visitors
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, please be sure to read the following precautions beforehand. (Updated January 30th)
About the venue
・This event will be held in an outdoor public space. As it is being held in February, temperatures are expected to be low. Please be sure to take adequate measures to protect yourself from the cold.
・Please check the official website and social media for information on what to do in case of rain.
・Please refrain from reserving a spot as this is a public area. Also, please refrain from any behavior that may obstruct passersby.
・If the viewing area's capacity is exceeded, admission may be restricted.
About the speakers
- The part where active athletes appear on stage may be canceled in the event of rain or other reasons to manage the athletes' condition.
・Please note that guest performers, former players, and current players may change without notice.
Safety and Manners
・Please be considerate of those around you.
- Please refrain from any dangerous behavior within the venue, unauthorized parking, or any other behavior that may cause inconvenience to surrounding facilities.
Regarding photo and video shooting
・There will be no live streaming on the day. We will be posting updates on the event on our official social media accounts, so please enjoy.
・This event will be photographed by the club's official media and press. Please note that the photos and videos taken may be used for the club's public relations activities and media coverage.





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