During this game, a collaboration event with the popular series "Nanka Chiisakute Kawaii Yatsu," also known as "Chiikawa," took place. By noon, many people had already formed a line outside the merchandise shop at Tokyo Dome to purchase the collaboration goods.
Before the game, there were also long lines at food stalls offering special collaboration menus. Many fans could be seen taking photos of their purchased items alongside Chiikawa characters, a trend known as "Nuitori" (stuffed toy photography).
For the ceremonial first pitch, "Usagi," "Hachiwari," and "Momonga," appeared before fans wearing Giants uniforms. These popular characters were also scheduled to appear in between-inning events throughout the game.
These beloved characters brought an extra layer of excitement to the game, making it a memorable experience for all the fans in attendance.