H.C. Tochigi Nikko Ice Bucks Announces Preseason Games 2026

<Preseason Game 2026 Overview>

[Event Name] H.C. Tochigi Nikko Ice Bucks Preseason Game 2026

[Organizer] Tochigi Nikko Ice Bucks Co., Ltd.

[Managed by] Tochigi Prefecture Ice Hockey Federation

[Date and Time] ① Saturday, August 1, 2026 – Game starts at 14:00 (Doors open at 12:30 / Practice starts at 13:20)

② Saturday, August 22, 2026 – Game starts at 14:00 (Doors open at 12:30 / Practice starts at 13:20)

③ Sunday, August 23, 2026 – Game starts at 14:00 (Doors open at 12:30 / Practice starts at 13:20)

[Match Schedule] ① H.C. Tochigi Nikko Ice Bucks vs. Tokyo Wiles

② H.C. Tochigi Nikko Ice Bucks vs. Yokohama GRITS

③ H.C. Tochigi Nikko Ice Bucks vs. Tohoku Free Blades

[Venue] Tochigi Prefectural Kirifuri Ice Arena (2854 Tonoshiro, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture)

[Game Rules]

(1) Games will be conducted according to IIHF regulations.

(2) In the event of a tie at the end of the third period, a sudden-victory 3-on-3 overtime period of 5 minutes will be played immediately.

If no winner is determined, a penalty shot shootout with five players per team will be held.

[Player Eligibility]

(1) Each team may register up to 22 players on the bench (including up to 2 goalkeepers).

However, excluding goalkeepers, no more than 20 players are allowed.

[Tickets]

Ticket Sales Start: Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:00

Ticket Type: All seats are general admission

Advance General Admission (Adult): ¥3,000 (Same-day: ¥3,500)

Advance General Admission (High School & Middle School Students): ¥2,000 (Same-day: ¥2,500)

Advance General Admission (Elementary School Students): ¥1,500 (Same-day: ¥2,000)

※ No SS seats or reserved seating will be offered.

[Ticket Purchase Locations]

□ IB Ticket

Sales start: June 15, 2026 (Mon) at 10:00 (Available 24 hours)

Purchase URL: https://r.funity.jp/IBticket (PC and mobile)

Available Seats: All seats – same price for advance and same-day tickets

Service Fee: System usage fee of ¥110 (tax included) per ticket

Payment Fees:

1. Credit card payment fee: Free

2. Convenience store payment fee: ¥330 (tax included) per transaction (ticket issuance fee)

3. Email e-ticket issuance fee: ¥165 (tax included)

4. Ticket collection at convenience stores: Available at FamilyMart stores nationwide

Convenience store issuance fee: ¥165 (tax included) per ticket

About Using the Ticket Website

※ Free membership registration is required to use this service.

Please complete registration before applying.

※ Upon successful application, you will receive a 'Ticket Purchase Confirmation Email'.

※ You can also check your application details via 'Reservation/Purchase History' in your My Page.

※ Payment methods: In-store payment at FamilyMart or credit card (VISA, MASTER, JCB).

※ Ticket collection options: Paper ticket (issued at FamilyMart) or e-ticket.

E-tickets will be sent to the email address registered during free membership registration.

Please note that e-tickets can only be received on smartphones.

※ Seat numbers will be confirmed on the ticket at the time of issuance.

※ Tickets cannot be canceled or changed after purchase. Please understand in advance.

□ Nationwide FamilyMart stores (Business hours vary by location)

Available Seats: All seats – same price for advance and same-day tickets

How to Purchase:

https://www.family.co.jp/services/ticket/ticket_buy.html

Payment and Collection Methods:

https://www.family.co.jp/services/ticket/ticketreserve.html

<Ticket Purchase Inquiry>

https://slib.f.msgs.jp/webapp/form/23288_slib_1/index.do?cid=icebucks

Note: For the 2026 Preseason Games, fan club members may use their free general admission coupons for all seats.

Inquiries: H.C. Tochigi Nikko Ice Bucks Office

Address: 17-1 Matsubaracho, Nikko City

Phone: 0288-53-5166