Your First Visit to Japan National Stadium (MUFG Stadium)
Japan National Stadium (known since January 2026 as MUFG Stadium) is a stadium in Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku, Tokyo. It hosts football (including J.League “MUFG THE KOKURITSU DAY” matches), athletics and concerts. The official website does not name a specific home team.
It is an open-air stadium with seating on three levels. The nearest station, Kokuritsu-Kyogijo on the Toei Oedo Line, is a 1-minute walk away. Sendagaya and Shinanomachi stations on the JR Line are 5 minutes away.
This guide covers practical information including how to get to Japan National Stadium, how tickets work, bag and carry-in rules, the last trains home, nearby hotels and dining, and tips for your visit.
Getting to Japan National Stadium
There are four stations nearby, and the most convenient one depends on your gate. Walking times and gates below follow the official website.
From Narita Airport
- Keisei Skyliner + JR: Narita Airport → (Keisei Skyliner) Nippori → change at Akihabara, (JR Yamanote Line) → (JR Chuo-Sobu Line, local) Sendagaya → walk
- Narita Express + JR: Narita Airport → (Narita Express) change at Shinjuku → (JR Chuo-Sobu Line, local) Sendagaya → walk
From Haneda Airport
- Keikyu Line + JR: Haneda Airport → (Keikyu Line) change at Shinagawa → (JR Yamanote Line) change at Yoyogi → (JR Chuo-Sobu Line, local) Sendagaya → walk
- Tokyo Monorail + Toei Oedo Line: Haneda Airport → (Tokyo Monorail) Hamamatsucho → change at Daimon → (Toei Oedo Line) Kokuritsu-Kyogijo → walk
From the Nearest Stations
| Station | Exit / Gate | Walk |
|---|---|---|
| Toei Oedo Line, Kokuritsu-Kyogijo | Exit A2 (Gate A) | about 1 min. |
| JR Chuo-Sobu Line (local), Sendagaya | Gates A and B | about 5 min. |
| JR Chuo-Sobu Line (local), Shinanomachi | Gate G | about 5 min. |
| Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Gaienmae | Exit 3 (Gates E and F) | about 9 min. |
Venue Information Summary
- Official name: Japan National Stadium (MUFG Stadium)
- Address: 10-1 Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0013
- Nearest station: Toei Oedo Line, Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station, Exit A2, 1 min. walk
- Official website: https://jns-e.com/
- Event schedule: Official calendar (Japanese)
Main Sports and Events by Season
The following events are listed on the official calendar for November 2026. No events for 2027 are listed there yet.
- Nov 15: ALTRA EKIDEN 2026
- Nov 22: Nissin Foods Cup, 42nd National Elementary School Athletics Meet
- Nov 28–29: LDH LIVE-EXPO 2026 (music event)
How to Buy Tickets
The stadium does not run a ticket sales page of its own. Tickets are sold, changed and cancelled by the organizer of each event. Follow the instructions of the organizer of the event you want to attend.
Stadium tours are booked through the official tour page (handled by teket).
Seat Types
Seating is split into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd levels, and into Main, South Side, Back and North Side stands, with block numbers from 101 to 357. You can look up seat locations on the official seat search page. The official site notes that, because of renovation work inside the facility, the block information in the seat guide may differ from the actual layout.
Carry-in and Baggage Rules
- Prohibited items, food and drink, photography, re-entry: These differ by event. Follow the organizer’s guidance.
- Baggage: There are no coin lockers or baggage check counters inside the stadium.
- Parking and bicycles: There is no dedicated car park or bicycle parking.
- Wheelchairs: Wheelchair rental is not available.
- Rain gear: The stadium is open-air, so a raincoat or poncho is recommended.
- Leaving the stadium: Controlled exit may be used at some events.
Getting Home and Last Trains
The times below are the last departures as of November 2026, weekday timetable. They come from the official timetables of Toei Subway, JR East and Tokyo Metro. Saturday, holiday and special timetables differ.
| Line and station | Direction | Last train (departure) |
|---|---|---|
| Toei Oedo Line, Kokuritsu-Kyogijo | Roppongi / Daimon | 0:34 for Shiodome |
| Toei Oedo Line, Kokuritsu-Kyogijo | Tochomae / Hikarigaoka | 0:42 for Tochomae (no connection to Hikarigaoka) |
| JR Chuo-Sobu Line (local), Sendagaya | Ochanomizu / Chiba | 0:16 for Ochanomizu |
| JR Chuo-Sobu Line (local), Sendagaya | Shinjuku / Mitaka | 0:49 for Nakano |
| JR Chuo-Sobu Line (local), Shinanomachi | Ochanomizu / Chiba | 0:18 for Ochanomizu |
| JR Chuo-Sobu Line (local), Shinanomachi | Shinjuku / Mitaka | 0:47 for Nakano |
| Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Gaienmae | Shibuya | 0:24 for Shibuya |
| Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Gaienmae | Asakusa | 0:06 for Ueno |
Revision date shown on the official Toei timetable (Oedo Line): March 17, 2025
Check the latest times in a route-search app: NAVITIME Travel
Trains generally do not run from about 0:30 to about 5:00. If you miss the last train, you can take a taxi. The ride-hailing apps GO and Uber are also available. From 22:00 to 5:00 a late-night surcharge applies, and fares are 20% higher.
Hotels Near Japan National Stadium
Distances are approximate straight-line distances calculated from the coordinates of the venue and each hotel (nearest first).
Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo PREMIER
About 252 m in a straight line from the venue.
Nippon Seinenkan Hotel
About 406 m in a straight line from the venue.
The Aoyama Grand Hotel
About 930 m in a straight line from the venue. It is in the Gaienmae and Aoyama area.
Tokyu Stay Aoyama Premier
About 1.0 km in a straight line from the venue. A condominium-type hotel suited to longer stays.
KOKO HOTEL Shinjuku Yotsuya
About 1.2 km in a straight line from the venue. It is in the Yotsuya direction.
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Restaurants Near Japan National Stadium
Distances are approximate straight-line distances calculated from the coordinates of the venue and each restaurant (nearest first).
Cafe
GOOD MORNING CAFE NOWADAYS
About 382 m in a straight line from the venue. A cafe suited to breakfast and brunch.
Asian Cuisine
Koguma Hanten
About 719 m in a straight line from the venue. A Chinese restaurant in Sendagaya.
Bar
Craft Beer Tap FAM333
About 763 m in a straight line from the venue. A craft beer bar in Sendagaya.
Casual Japanese
Wa no Shoku Kokokara
About 790 m in a straight line from the venue. A Japanese restaurant near Shinanomachi Station.
Western Cuisine
Trattoria Elfo
About 1.1 km in a straight line from the venue. An Italian restaurant and wine bar in Minami-Aoyama.
Tips Before You Visit
Stations get crowded after events
After an event, Sendagaya, Shinanomachi, Kokuritsu-Kyogijo and Gaienmae stations become crowded. When crowding is heavy, station gates may be temporarily closed and entry may be restricted.
Don’t rely on Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station alone
Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station (Oedo Line) is only a 1-minute walk from Exit A2, but it is the busiest station after an event. Spreading out to Sendagaya or Shinanomachi can shorten your wait. Choosing the station closest to your gate also helps.
Construction is under way nearby
Construction linked to the Jingu Gaien redevelopment and the Meiji Park works is under way around the stadium. There is also information that the front entrance has been closed because of work on Stadium Street, so entrance gates and walking routes can change.
Road closures on big event days
During concerts and large events, traffic restrictions are put in place on roads such as Gaien-nishi Dori. As a past example, restrictions were also in place around the stadium during a World Athletics event. There is no dedicated car park, so plan to come by train.
Bags cannot be stored
There are no coin lockers or baggage check counters in the stadium. It is safer to leave large bags at your hotel or elsewhere before you head over.
Prepare for the weather
This is an open-air stadium. A raincoat or poncho is useful on rainy days.
The seat guide may not match the actual layout
Because of renovation work, the block information in the official seat guide may differ from the actual layout.
Japan National Stadium Venue Information
- Capacity: 66,727 seats
- Address: 10-1 Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0013
- Official website: https://jns-e.com/