Shizuoka Stadium
Stadium Major Shizuoka prefecture stadium hosting football matches
Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa near Fukuroi hosts J.League matches, national fixtures and large concerts. Fans visit for football, stadium tours and occasional international fixtures in central Shizuoka Prefecture.
Shizuoka Stadium (Ecopa Stadium) is a multi-use stadium in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, built as part of the Ecopa sports complex. It opened in 2001 and was one of the venues used during the 2002 FIFA World Cup.
The stadium seats approximately 50,000 spectators and includes an athletics track around the pitch, making it suitable for both football and track-and-field events. The surrounding Ecopa complex also contains an indoor arena and other sports facilities that host regional and national events.
Construction of the complex was completed in the early 2000s to provide a modern regional stadium for large events and international matches. Since reopening it has regularly hosted J-League matches, national team fixtures and concerts.
The stadium sits in western Shizuoka Prefecture near the city of Fukuroi and is accessible by regional rail and road links from nearby urban centers in Shizuoka and Hamamatsu.
- Uses: The stadium has an athletics track and is used for football, athletics and large concerts; its configuration supports both seated and mixed standing arrangements.
Tips for Visiting Shizuoka Stadium #
- For events at Shizuoka Stadium (Ecopa), use the official shuttle buses from nearby JR stations (Kakegawa or Shizuoka) where provided-on big-match days local roads and parking fill quickly.
- Aim to arrive at least 60-90 minutes before kickoff or gates opening: security and ticket checks can form long queues, and early arrival gives time to find your assigned gate and seat with less rushing.
- Check the event organiser's transport guidance in advance (designated tram/train stops and temporary bus services are often set up for major matches and concerts) to avoid severe post-event traffic jams.
Best Time to Visit Shizuoka Stadium #
For events at Shizuoka Stadium, aim for spring or autumn for milder weather and reliable conditions; summer hosts big events but can be hot and rainy.
Weather & Climate near Shizuoka Stadium #
Shizuoka Stadium's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2190 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Heavy rain (206 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (216 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (296 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (229 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (218 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (245 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (208 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
