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Kashima Soccer Museum

A museum next to the stadium showcasing the victories of the Kashima Antlers soccer team, one of the finest in the Japan League.

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Kashima Soccer Museum is located in Kashima City, at the South East of Ibaraki prefecture. This museum showcases the history of the Japan League Kashima Antlers Soccer Club, who had Kashima City as their hometown. The museum is located adjacent to Ibaraki Kashima Soccer Stadium.

Once visitors step inside the museum, they will be surrounded by murals of some memorable quotes from the one and only Zico. He was a legendary player in the Antlers, and he is currently its technical director. Using the three keywords of the “Zico Spirit”, “Trabalho”, “Lealdade”, “Respeito”, one can feel the world of the Antlers, and the passion of Zico.

In the main exhibit space of the museum, visitors can see up-close views of the champion flag, the winner’s cup, and shoes of legendary players. There are also several exhibits in timeline style that show the rise of the Antlers, with photos of players.

There is also a next-level interactive multiplayer attraction that uses next-gen sensor and projection mapping technology. Soccer fans will no doubt feel excited about the space.

Highlights

  • The museum is located on the backside of Kashima Soccer Stadium, making it a perfect place to visit during games.
  • Refurbished in 2019 in time for the museum’s 15th anniversary.
  • Story-like exhibits, and entertaining attractions make this museum a must visit for adults, childrens, soccer newbies and hardcore fans.
  • Interactive attraction experiences such as soccer games, break the blocks, rhythm games, quizzes on the big screen.

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  • Step into the entrance and surround yourself with murals of Zico’s quotes. 
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    Step into the entrance and surround yourself with murals of Zico’s quotes. ©KASHIMA ANTLERS

  • A showcase of players and their accomplishments in a timeline.
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    A showcase of players and their accomplishments in a timeline. ©KASHIMA ANTLERS

  • See artifacts such as champion flags and winner’s cup.
©KASHIMA ANTLERS

    See artifacts such as champion flags and winner’s cup. ©KASHIMA ANTLERS

  • Up close view of spike shoes and uniforms used by legendary players.
©KASHIMA ANTLERS

    Up close view of spike shoes and uniforms used by legendary players. ©KASHIMA ANTLERS

  • Learn about the accomplishments of the club, even for newbies!
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    Learn about the accomplishments of the club, even for newbies! ©KASHIMA ANTLERS

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Details

Name in Japanese
カシマサッカーミュージアム
Postal Code
314-0007
Address
Inside Ibaraki Kashima Soccer Stadium 26-2, Jinkoji Ushiroyama, Kashima City, Ibaraki
Telephone
0299-84-1155
Closed
Open every day
*Temporary Closures may happen
Business Hours
10:00am-8:00pm
Weekends and holidays: 10:00am-6:00pm
*Hours may vary based on games and events.
Admission
310yen
Access
1) 10 minute taxi ride from JR Kagoshima Kashima Jingu Station.
2) 2 minute walk from Kashima Rinkai Railway Kashima Soccer Stadium Station
*The train stops at Kashima Soccer Stadium Station only on days when Kashima Antlers home games are held.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)