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Yokohama Mayor Orders Review of Nissan Stadium Naming Rights Plan

The city will rework the proposal after criticism of renewing the rights at about 50 million yen a year.

Overview

  • Mayor Takeharu Yamanaka told a city council special committee on October 2 that he instructed officials to reexamine the contract details.
  • He said the review aims to close a perceived gap between citizens and the responsible bureau over the proposal.
  • The city had signaled a short-term renewal for Nissan Stadium at roughly 50 million yen per year, less than half the current level, drawing sharp council criticism.
  • The reassessment covers naming rights for Nissan Stadium and other municipal facilities.
  • Final terms, renewal period, and any bidding schedule have not been decided, with council members pressing for clearer justification and transparency.