The real thrill of watching sports, of course, lies not only in the intense unfolding of the game, but also in the gourmet food enjoyed during the breaks.Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi, the home base of the Rakuten Eagles, has a lot of attractive Stadium Food that can only be tasted here, including player-produced menus.Once the next season kicks off, be sure to drop by and give it a try!

Once you arrive at the stadium, the first thing you should try is the “Shake”.Not only the taste, but also the cuteness of the illustrations drawn on the container have become a topic of conversation, causing its popularity to skyrocket.Since the launch of “Hiroaki Shimauchi’s Vanilla Shake” in 2021, a succession of new flavors meticulously crafted by the athletes have been introduced, and original merchandise is also being sold.

With a refreshing taste that isn’t too sweet, you’ll want to drink it over and over.Ideal for taking selfies at the stadium.

Ms. Shibata, a team staff member in charge of the athlete-produced menu, says, “Our goal is to connect athletes and fans through gourmet food.”Therefore, we always make sure to develop a menu that incorporates the player’s preferences,” he told us.The “Hakata Ramen with Beef Tongue Soup to Drink Up, produced by athlete Kazuki Tanaka” is a prime example.

“It is said to express ‘Tanaka’s hometown of Fukuoka Prefecture, Sendai where he has been living for a long time since turning professional, and his love for the Eagles’.”Therefore, what tops the pork bone ramen is not the standard char siu, but surprisingly, beef tongue.”I want everyone to taste the delicious food of Kyushu.”But I also love Sendai’s beef tongue!This item has become something that allows you to fully enjoy the feeling of “this!”.The lavish appearance and taste are a given, but it’s a hearty meal that provides satisfaction even when you’re hungry.Eating replenishes energy, and it seems to give strength to support as well.

An innovative combination of pork bone soup, cod roe, and beef tongue.

“The ‘Masahiro Tanaka’s Seafood Pasta’ is quite authentic.”This is a recreation of the flavor he often enjoyed during his Major League career.Reflecting my personal opinion, the sauce is generously flavored with white wine and garlic.

Stylish presentation, profound taste, and just the right volume.The popularity that transcends age and gender is understandable.

Next up is “Takahisa Hayakawa’s Winning Meal!”Sukiyaki Bento Box”.This originated from an anecdote where pitcher Hayakawa, during his time at Waseda University, would always eat sukiyaki as his pre-game meal before the Waseda-Keio games.

The colors are vivid too.It seems that victory was represented by a shiitake mushroom.

I’m starting to feel quite full…And yet, mysteriously, your chopsticks keep moving towards the “Mogi Rice Cake Stuffed Eigorou Pork Soup”.A hearty bowl that warms both the heart and the stomach, perfect for early spring or late autumn.

It seems that the decision to produce was made based on the fact that it is a favorite food of the player Mogi himself.

Not only focused on taste but also on color, the player himself says, “I definitely want the fans to try it!Gourmet dishes produced by athletes, made with their heartfelt thoughts.The story leading up to such developments is also available on the Official Rakuten Eagles YouTube Channel.Being able to eat a menu devised by your favorite player is a unique experience you can only have at a stadium.Of course, they mentioned that they are also developing a new menu for next year.When visiting the local area, why not enjoy not only the games, but also the gourmet food?

Sweets are also recommended as a finish!The photo shows the “Ogoyuki’s Waiwai Churros”, a product jointly developed by the two friendly athletes.

TEXT: Chiharu Abe EDIT: Yohsuke Watanabe (IN FOCUS) PHOTO: Teppei Hori