On May 2 (Saturday), 2015, the Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company J1 League 1st Stage Sec. 9 match against Kawasaki Frontale is the "25th Tamagawa Classico." Fans and supporters, please come to Ajinomoto to cheer for FC Tokyo to "win" and give the team a "boost!"
[Updated on 4/27 (Mon)] The following parts in red bold text have been added.
 

□ Target Match
May 2, 2015 (Sat) 2015 Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company J.League Division 1 1st Stage Sec. 9
FC Tokyo vs Kawasaki Frontale (4:00pm kickoff/Ajinomoto Stadium)
Ticket Release Date: Members Pre-sale: Available from Apr 3 (Fri) / General: Available from Apr 10 (Fri)
→Tickets are available here

□ Implementation Details
This time's Tamagawa Classico is focused on "winning", and in line with that, we will also conduct a special project sale of "(Ton)Katsu" (FC TokyoVictory Sandro) as a good luck charm. We vow to receive the loud cheers of our fans and supporters with "Cheers!", stay focused until the end, and show you a match that conveys our feelings!

1. Video Promotion Development
In preparation for the 25th Tamagawa Classico, we will produce a match announcement video that incorporates the original character of the Tamagawa Classico (below) with "Katsu" to elevate the team's strength, which will be broadcast as follows.
[4/27 (Mon)] Added a video to the official FC Tokyo YouTube channel!
◆The video is here

(1) Large video screens during home games of both clubs
(2) Official YouTube channel of FC Tokyo "F.C.TOKYO CHANNEL"
【URL】https://www.youtube.com/user/fctokyochannel/

2. "FC TokyoVictorySandro" (tonkatsucutletfrom Shinjuku Saboten) Special Sale
On the day of FC Tokyo's home games, we will include a special card for the "Tamagawa Classico" featuring Yoshinori MUTO in the "FC TokyoVictory Sand" made by tonkatsu Shinjuku Saboten. Additionally, there will be a campaign where you can win a prize if you get a winning ticket included! On this day, please enjoy the "FC TokyoVictory Sand" and give your support for FC Tokyo to "win" more than ever.

【Product Name】
"FC TokyoVictorySandro" (Tonkatsu from Shinjuku Saboten)
[Content]
・Hirame Katsu Sandro (3 pieces)
・One special card included for the "Tamagawa Classico". *There is one type of card.

【Price】
600 yen (tax included)
【Sales Locations/Times】
(1) Aokakado Yokocho "Tokyo X" Catering Car 11:00 until sold out (2) Keio Line Tobitakyu Station Shop A LoT 10:00 until sold out (3) Three F Tobitakyu Store 10:00 until sold out (4) Ajinomoto Stadium Inside Shop "Casetta Ludens" SOCIO opening until sold out (5) Ajinomoto Stadium Inside M2 Entrance Temporary Shop "Aokaya" SOCIO opening until sold out
* For details, please check the "FC Tokyo Victory Sand Sales Announcement" that will be posted on the FC Tokyo Official Homepage at a later date.

【Special Project Speed Lottery for the "Tamagawa Classico"】
If you receive a speed lottery enclosed with the winning Sandro, we will present the following prizes for 1st to 3rd place!
[Prizes]
1st Prize: FC Tokyo replica (1st) uniform signed by Japan national team players (O-XO size) ... 1 winner

2nd Prize: Yoshinori MUTO signed Tamagawa Classico goods set (towel muffler & acrylic keychain) ... 10 winners
3rd Prize: Tonkatsu Shinjuku Saboten ballpoint pen & strap ... 15 winners
[About prize redemption]
Location: Main side general information
Time: SOCIO opening until 20 minutes after the match ends*Only same-day redemption will be accepted. Please note that redemption on a later date cannot be accommodated.

3. Tamagawa Classico Original Goods Sale
In commemoration of the 25th Tamagawa Classico, we will be selling original goods.
[Towel Muffler]

[Selling Price]1,836 yen (including tax)
 

[Acrylic Keychain]

[Selling Price]540 yen (including tax)

[Sales Locations] *Towel mufflers and acrylic keychains
All merchandise sales areas on the home side inside the stadium, merchandise sales area in Aaoaka Yokocho
 

※ The theme of the "Sec. 25 Tamagawa Classico" is "Win" "Cheers!""Katsu" is incorporated into the merchandise design. The acrylic keychain is shaped to resemble a pig's foot inspired by "ton"Katsu".
*Designs may change.
 

4. "Tamagawa 'Co'lassico" Held
Before the match of the top team's '25th Tamagawa Classico', we will hold a match called 'Tamagawa "Co"lassico' featuring children from the academies who will carry the future of both clubs. Please pay attention to the children's passionate play!
【Match Card】
FC Tokyo Soccer School Advanced Class U-10 vs Kawasaki Frontale U-10
【Implementation Time】
14:30～14:55 (Scheduled)

*The photo is from last year's Tamagawa 'C'lassico

 

□ What is the Tamagawa Classico...
　Since the JFL era in 1997, both clubs have been honing their skills as "good rivals" through intense matches and numerous dramatic developments. In particular, in 1999, the first year of J2, Tokyo Gas aimed for promotion to the J1 League and became what is now FC Tokyo, and both clubs fought fiercely for promotion, successfully achieving their ascent to the J1 League. Kawasaki Frontale was relegated to J2 League after one year, but they were promoted again in 2005, and both clubs are once again engaged in fierce battles.
　The history of battling while uplifting each other in this land divided by the Tamagawa River shows excitement that rivals the "derbies" held in other cities. Moving forward, we will cherish the history of both sides and aim to make this battle a tradition. Thus, we have named it "Tamagawa Classico," combining the symbol that separates the two clubs, the "Tamagawa," with the Spanish term for "traditional match," which is "Clasico."
　The name "Tamagawa Classico" started in 2007, but to honor the history of fierce battles between FC Tokyo and Kawasaki Frontale, we count it as "Tamagawa Classico" starting from the battles in 1999, the inaugural year of J2. There were a total of 10 matches from 1999 to 2006. The project started in 2007, and the first match, held on May 6, 2007, was positioned as the "11th Tamagawa Classico" during Kawasaki Frontale's home game. Moving forward, both clubs will continue to strive for excellence, aiming to build a history of 50, 100, 200 matches, and beyond.

Both clubs have agreed that only matches counted as the Tamagawa Classico will be from the 'league matches' only. (Matches in cup competitions, including the Emperor's Cup, will not be counted.)

The current match record is 7 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses for Tokyo.