Japan Frito-Lay Ltd. (Calbee Group, Headquartered in Koga, Ibaraki; President: Hidenori Ishibe), a manufacturer and distributor of corn snacks, will host its first sponsored game, 'Doritos Nighter,' on June 3, 2026, as part of its official sponsorship agreement with the Yokohama DeNA BayStars.
On the day of the event, various activities will be held for fans, including a ceremonial first pitch by a Japan Frito-Lay brand character, giveaway events at special booths inside Yokohama Stadium and the entertainment facility 'THE LIVE,' and a collaboration with the new between-innings event, 'Doritos presents GIRI GIRI! Stop Challenge!'
Event Overview Title: 'Strong, Bold, and Intense: Unleash Yourself, Doritos Nighter' Date: June 3, 2026, from 18:00 Opponent: Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles
1. Cheetos Mascot 'Chester Cheetah' to Appear at Yokohama Stadium Chester Cheetah, the official mascot of the world's No. 1 puff snack brand 'Cheetos,' will join the event to cheer on the team. He will participate in the first pitch and the 'Doritos presents GIRI GIRI! Stop Challenge!' event.
2. Doritos Original Fan Giveaway Location: Yokohama Stadium Entrance Gates
3. Doritos Giveaway at 'THE LIVE' Booth 4,500 bags of 'Doritos Mexican Taco Flavor' will be given away to the first 4,500 visitors at the special booth located in front of 'THE LIVE Supported by Daiwa Jisho.'
4. Win Autographed Goods via SNS Campaign Fans can participate in an SNS campaign linked to the 'Doritos presents GIRI GIRI! Stop Challenge!' event. Five winners will be selected to receive autographed goods and a 'Doritos Home Viewing Set.'
5. SNS Posting Campaign The first 200 people to post photos of themselves watching the game with Doritos on SNS (X, Instagram, or TikTok) with the hashtag #観戦にはドリトス will receive a 'Doritos Home Viewing Set.'
6. One Year's Supply of Doritos for Hero of the Game If the Yokohama DeNA BayStars win, the players interviewed as heroes (up to 4) will receive a one-year supply of Doritos.
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- Source: PR TIMES
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