Mito HollyHock is pleased to announce that the retirement match for Koji Honma, a club legend who retired from active play at the end of the 2024 season and now serves as the General Manager, will be held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at K's denki Stadium Mito.
Koji Honma's Comment: The concept of this retirement match is 'It's not a farewell, it's a challenge.' I considered a simple farewell match, but witnessing last year's J2 championship and J1 promotion results ignited something within me. As a player, I couldn't fulfill the dream of 'Koji to J1' that supporters had long hoped for. That's why I chose this title, wanting to challenge the current Mito HollyHock, which competes in J1, to a serious match once again. On the day of the match, my former teammates will be assembled as 'KOJI ALL STARS' to play against Mito HollyHock's top team. I will play for both teams, aiming to convey the passion of this match from both inside and outside the pitch. I believe that seeing me defend Mito HollyHock's goal one last time is my way of showing gratitude. I feel a strong sense of destiny to be able to hold my retirement match at this time, when the club is playing in J1. I would be delighted if many people could witness my last 90 minutes as a player at the stadium.
Event Outline: ■ Date and Time Sunday, June 14, 2026, 2:00 PM Kick-off
Venue K's denki Stadium Mito (2058-1 Kofukucho, Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture)
Match-up Mito HollyHock vs KOJI ALL STARS
Mito HollyHock… Composed mainly of currently active players. KOJI ALL STARS… Composed mainly of players who have played with Koji Honma.
Match Format 90 minutes (45 minutes per half) *Koji Honma will play 45 minutes for each team.
Organizer Japan Professional Football League
Management Mito HollyHock
Cooperation Ibaraki Football Association
Ticket Sales Outline: ■ Sales Date and Time
Advance Sales (Limited to Supporters Club Members and Season Pass Holders) Sales start date and time… Thursday, April 30, 12:00 PM~
General Sales Sales start date and time… Friday, May 1, 12:00 PM~
Seating Chart *Back goal seats will not be available. *Back free seating areas allow standing to watch the match. Please be aware that large flags, banners, and other cheering items may be used in these sections when selecting your seat type.
Ticket Prices
Seat Type Name | Category | Advance Price | Same-day Price Pitchside SS North | Common | 111,111 yen | — Pitchside SS South | Common | 111,111 yen | — Pitchside S North | Common | 51,000 yen | — Pitchside S South | Common | 51,000 yen | — Pitchside A North | Common | 11,111 yen | — Pitchside A South | Common | 11,111 yen | — Pitchside B North | Common | 11,111 yen | — Pitchside B South | Common | 11,111 yen | — SS Reserved Seat | Adult | 3,000 yen | 3,500 yen SS Reserved Seat | Senior | 2,700 yen | 3,200 yen SS Reserved Seat | Child/Student | 2,400 yen | 2,900 yen S Reserved Seat North | Adult | 2,500 yen | 3,000 yen S Reserved Seat North | Senior | 2,000 yen | 2,500 yen S Reserved Seat North | Child/Student | 1,500 yen | 2,000 yen S Reserved Seat South | Adult | 2,500 yen | 3,000 yen S Reserved Seat South | Senior | 2,000 yen | 2,500 yen S Reserved Seat South | Child/Student | 1,500 yen | 2,000 yen SA Reserved Seat North | Adult | 2,000 yen | 2,500 yen SA Reserved Seat North | Senior | 1,500 yen | 2,000 yen SA Reserved Seat North | Child/Student | 1,000 yen | 1,500 yen SA Reserved Seat South | Adult | 2,000 yen | 2,500 yen SA Reserved Seat South | Senior | 1,500 yen | 2,000 yen SA Reserved Seat South | Child/Student | 1,000 yen | 1,500 yen Back Free Seating | Adult | 2,000 yen | 2,500 yen Back Free Seating | Senior | 1,500 yen | 2,000 yen Back Free Seating | Child/Student | 1,000 yen | 1,500 yen Main Wheelchair Seating | Common | 1,000 yen | 1,500 yen
Notes ・All prices include tax. ・Child/Student fares apply to those enrolled in elementary, junior high, or high school as of April 1, 2026, and who are 18 years old or younger (preschoolers are free).
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