Key Facts
• December 2, 2025: Governor Ryuta Ibaragi addressed Okayama Prefectural Assembly.
• Fagiano Okayama’s home games at JFE Hare no Kuni Stadium sold out this season.
• Supporters submitted 500,000 signatures requesting a new stadium.
• Governor emphasized the need for serious consideration and multi-stakeholder discussions.
• No specific timeline for discussions has been announced.
Summary
Governor Ryuta Ibaragi of Okayama Prefecture announced plans to begin discussions on constructing a new stadium for J1 soccer team Fagiano Okayama. This follows the submission of 500,000 signatures from supporters advocating for the project. The current JFE Hare no Kuni Stadium saw all home game tickets sold out this season, highlighting the demand for improved facilities. While the governor stressed the importance of thorough analysis and collaboration with various stakeholders, no specific timeline for these discussions has been provided.
