Rakuten Super Game 2026 Marks First Ever Taipei Dome Showcase with Japanese Summer Matsuri Theme

Tokyo and Taipei, July 16, 2026 – Rakuten Group, Inc. and Taiwan Rakuten Baseball, Inc. today announced that the 2026 Rakuten Super Game will take place on August 28, marking the event's first ever showcase at the iconic Taipei Dome. This year’s flagship mid-summer match will see the Rakuten Monkeys take on the Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions in a stadium celebration engineered to merge top-tier professional sports with a Japanese matsuri (traditional festival).

Driven by the diverse services of the Rakuten Group, this year's event expands beyond a typical league game into a festival open to dedicated fans and newcomers alike. Aligned with the Rakuten Group’s flagship Rakuten Super Baseball Game series, the 2026 edition reinforces the commitment to "Powered by Sports. Playing for All. A Better Future Together" by championing the core corporate sustainability pillars of Sports for All and Green for Future. Tickets for this landmark game are currently available through the official ibon ticketing platform.

"Now in its sixth year, the Rakuten Super Game in Taiwan marks a major milestone as we bring our diverse business ecosystem to the Taipei Dome for the first time," said Yiahuei Chen, Vice General Manager of Rakuten’s Taiwan Ecosystem Department. "Guided by our 'A Better Future Together' vision, we are combining sports with sustainability to deliver on our 'Sports for All' and 'Green for Future' promises. We look forward to connecting with our community through interactive experiences that promote shared, inclusive social values."

Celebrating Japanese Summer Matsuri Culture with Fans
To celebrate Rakuten’s deep Japanese heritage, the fan engagement areas on Levels L2 and B1 of the Taipei Dome will be transformed to capture the vibrant spirit of a Japanese Summer Matsuri. Fans attending the game can explore interactive brand booths hosted by Rakuten’s various business units designed in the style of traditional matsuri stalls. Visitors can also participate in engaging booth activities, collect stamps for a chance to win lucky draws and visit a special Okaimono Panda photo zone to receive limited-edition panda-themed gifts.

Integrating the Online Ecosystem: The Rakuten Card Campaign
The excitement of the Rakuten Super Game extends directly into Rakuten's digital platforms through a time-limited promotional campaign running through July 31. The initiative offers Rakuten Card holders the unique opportunity to win a bucket-list baseball experience: delivering the ceremonial opening pitch on the Taipei Dome mound.

To qualify for the grand draw, cardholders simply need to use their Rakuten Card across the ecosystem's digital or physical touchpoints in Taiwan during the July campaign window and meet the minimum spending threshold. The campaign also features an attractive secondary prize tier offering photo sessions with the renowned Rakuten Girls cheerleading squad on game day.

The upcoming matchup at the Taipei Dome highlights the strength of the Taiwan ecosystem, where the Rakuten Monkeys are working directly with Rakuten Group companies to blend professional sports with community engagement. Moving forward, Rakuten will continue leveraging its ecosystem to deliver innovative experiences, ensuring that their shared commitment to a sustainable and inclusive society remains an ongoing action.

2026 Rakuten Super Game Details
Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
Time: Game starts at 6:35 p.m. (Gates open at 4:30 p.m.)
Venue: Taipei Dome (No. 518, Section 4, Zhongxiao East Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City)
Matchup: Rakuten Monkeys vs Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions
Ticketing: For full ticketing schedules, seating maps and pricing details, please visit the official ibon ticketing platform: https://ticket.ibon.com.tw/ActivityInfo/Details/39689
Note: Gate opening times are subject to change based on venue conditions and weather. Please stay tuned to pre-game announcements for any updates.

Ecosystem Promotion: Rakuten Card Opening Pitch Lucky Draw
Qualification Period: Active now through July 31, 2026
Entry Eligibility: Cardholders who execute a transaction with a Rakuten Card at Taiwan Rakuten Ichiba, Rakuten Kobo, Rakuten Travel or physical Rakuten Monkeys stores, provided total monthly statement spending reaches or exceeds NT$8,280.
Grand Prize: A chance to throw the official opening pitch at the Taipei Dome and a photo opportunity with the Rakuten Girls.
Second Prize: A photo opportunity with members of the Rakuten Girls.

A Better Future Together
Rakuten is engaged in activities themed A Better Future Together, aimed at creating a brighter future for all through the catalyst of sports. These activities are designed to allow everyone to enjoy sports in their own unique way, fostering diversity, equity and inclusion under the Sports for Everyone initiative. Rakuten is committed to addressing climate change and promoting the sustainable use of resources, ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy sports.
Official site: https://global.rakuten.com/corp/event/betterfuturetogether/