[May 2 Tokyo Dome Showdown] World Champion Junto Nakatani x WOWOW Excite Match! 7 Official "BIG BANG JUNTO NAKATANI Tiger" Merch Items Designed by Top Creator Go on Sale

WOWOW's official online store, 'WOWOW Department Store', will release 7 special collaboration items featuring athlete Junto Nakatani and 'WOWOW Excite Match' to coincide with the historic 'Naoya Inoue vs. Junto Nakatani' match held at the Tokyo Dome on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

▼ Click here for the "BIG BANG JUNTO NAKATANI Tiger" collection special page https://dept.wowow.co.jp/collections/junto-nakatani

Embodying the "Duality" of the Champion. A Special Project Undertaken by a Top Creator

Junto Nakatani

Boasting explosive striking power backed by overwhelming toughness, Junto Nakatani is a formidable force. His nickname, 'BIG BANG', conveys an immeasurable scale and impulse. However, off the ring, he possesses a contrasting 'sensitivity' and 'stillness'.

Visual artist and art director Natsuki Kida, who fully produced this design, overlaid this contrasting charm—the entity containing 'tense stillness' and 'the moment of explosion'—onto the motif of a 'Tiger', referencing Nakatani's Chinese zodiac sign (Year of the Tiger).

Visual Artist / Art Director Natsuki Kida

Mr. Kida is a frontline creator who not only designs live video spaces for Japan's top artists but has also produced the opening VTR for 'WOWOW Excite Match'—familiar to boxing fans—for over ten years. ▼ Natsuki Kida official website https://www.natsukikida.jp

He depicted Nakatani's flawless, precision-machine-like techniques with 'meticulously calculated detailed lines' and constructed his match-deciding explosive power with 'dynamic typography'. Transcending the boundaries of simple fan merchandise, the sophisticated and modern graphic collection 'BIG BANG JUNTO NAKATANI Tiger' was born as fashion items for everyday use.

BIG BANG JUNTO NAKATANI Tiger - Initial Design Sketch BIG BANG JUNTO NAKATANI Tiger - Final Completed Design Image

▼ For details and reservations of all 7 products, visit WOWOW Department Store https://dept.wowow.co.jp/collections/junto-nakatani

A Meticulous Lineup Aiming for Everyday Use Beyond Just Cheering (7 Items in Total)

We are launching 7 carefully selected items that balance functionality and design so that they blend in perfectly with daily training and walking around town, as well as for spectating live at the Tokyo Dome.

[Spectating & Active Gear] Wear the heat of the Dome together

1. Junto Nakatani x Excite Match Tiger T-shirt - ¥6,000 (tax included) The main item where the meticulous tiger graphic exerts an overwhelming presence on the chest. It utilizes a flexible printing technique resistant to cracking so it can withstand intense movements and repeated washing. It excels not only as spectator wear but also as street fashion.

2. Junto Nakatani x Excite Match Tiger Towel Set - ¥5,500 (tax included) With a slim size that makes it easy to hang around the neck, it's perfect for "raising and cheering" at the Dome. The high-color rendering finish ensures the text is clearly visible from a distance, and its high water absorbency proves practical in sweat-inducing scenes like the gym or running.

Sports Towel Hand Towel

3. Junto Nakatani x Excite Match Tiger Sticker Set - ¥1,500 (tax included) A sticker set featuring a dynamic tiger and the 'BIG BANG' logo with outstanding impact. You can enjoy customizing your favorite items like smartphones and PCs by sticking them on.

[Lifestyle Gear] Carry the philosophy of a champion

4. Junto Nakatani x Excite Match Tiger Eco Bag - ¥3,500 (tax included) Features a large capacity that fits a full set of spectating gear and uses a tough, thick fabric that doesn't easily lose its shape even with heavy loads. Based on a monotone color scheme, it is easy to coordinate with any outfit and is a practical bag you'll want to use every day.

5. Junto Nakatani x Excite Match Tiger Bottle - ¥5,000 (tax included) A vacuum insulation structure that keeps beverages at the optimal temperature even during long hours of spectating or training. Since the surface is resistant to condensation, there's no worry about getting other items in your bag wet. The matte texture creates a luxurious feel.

6. Junto Nakatani x Excite Match Tiger Keychain - ¥2,000 (tax included) A meticulously crafted accessory that catches your eye in casual everyday moments as an accent on bags or keys. The profound feeling of the metal, which changes its expression depending on the angle of the light, satisfies a solid sense of ownership.

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