Hawks Asian Day features Asian cuisine, music, and performances by IS:SUE and Kep1er at PayPay Dome, Fukuoka, from May 22-24.
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From May 22 (Friday) to 24 (Sunday), the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters game will hold 'Hawks Asian Day.' On that day, various events will allow you to feel Asia through baseball, gourmet food, and music. As guests, IS:SUE will perform on the 22nd (Friday) and Kep1er on the 23rd (Saturday). They will appear in the ceremonial pitch before the game and a singing performance after the game. During the event, a variety of Asian gourmet foods will be available inside and outside the Mizuho PayPay Dome. Additionally, on May 24 (Sunday), 'OH SADAHARU LEGACY DAY' (abbreviated as Wang Legacy Day) will also be held simultaneously. Details about 'Wang Legacy Day' will be available later on the Hawks official website. During the event, Asian gourmet foods will gather at the outer deck and special booths of the Mizuho PayPay Dome, and anyone can participate for free. ◆ May 22 Guest: IS:SUE IS:SUE: Hello everyone! This is IS:SUE! We have been decided to perform at 'Hawks Asian Day!' We are filled with joy. We will do our best to deliver our power and make the venue even more exciting! ◆ May 23 Guest: Kep1er Kep1er (Hikaru): This time, we will have our first ceremonial pitch and performance at my hometown, Mizuho PayPay Dome in Fukuoka! We are all really looking forward to it! Thank you very much for allowing us to participate in this wonderful event by the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks. We will prepare well for both the ceremonial pitch and the performance! *All prices include tax, and images are for illustration purposes. *There is a limit to the quantity available. Please understand in advance. *Sales may be suddenly canceled due to supply conditions. ■ Event Overview 'Hawks Asian Day' Asian Gourmet <Event Schedule and Time> May 22 (Friday) 15:00-19:00 May 23 (Saturday) 11:00-15:00 May 24 (Sunday) 11:00-15:00 <Location> Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka, in front of Gate 5, and the large staircase plaza in front of Gate 5 <Participating Stores> Will be announced sequentially on the Hawks official website. <Notes> *Participating stores, sales times, and contents may change suddenly. *The menu sold will have limited quantities (sold out as soon as they are gone). *Payment methods may vary by booth. Please ask event staff. *Returns and exchanges of food and beverages purchased are not accepted. *Gourmet food purchased at 'Hawks Asian Day' can be brought into the stadium, except for super boxes. Please note that you cannot bring items into the super boxes. ■ Related Links 'Hawks Asian Day' Details.
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