Our Tour Operator
The Long Beach City World Baseball Club is traveling to Japan with our tour operator – Extra Innings Travel. For over 25 years, Extra Innings Travel has led baseball-focused cultural exchange experiences throughout Japan. We are super excited to be partnering with them and encourage you to visit their website to explore all the incredible baseball adventures they have to offer.
Whether traveling solo, with a group, or bringing the whole team, Extra Innings Travel runs baseball trips not only to Japan, but also to Korea, the Dominican Republic, and unique destinations across the USA.
Our Japan Tour
An unforgettable youth baseball tour in Japan, where players will practice with and play against local teams, creating lasting memories and building cross-cultural bridges.
Tour Highlights
Experience local Japanese culture through the international language of baseball, play in friendly matches, and enjoy sightseeing.
Cultural Exchange
Interact with Japanese players and coaches, to learn about their training methods, and share experiences.
Skill Development
Work with Japanese coaches and teams to learn how the Japanese play the game approach skill development.
Sightseeing Opportunities
Visit iconic landmarks, enjoy local cuisine, and be immersed in Japanese culture.
Friday July 10, 2026
Arrival from Tokyo
Travel by Japan Rail to Osaka
Check in at Hiyori Hotel (Namba Station)
Welcome dinner
Saturday July 11, 2026
Hiyori Hotel Breakfast
Travel to Nagoya
Ichiro Suzuki batting cages
NPB Professional Baseball Game: Hiroshima Carp @ Chunichi Dragons (Vantelin Dome)
Evening free time
Sunday July 12, 2026
Nagoya Hotel Breakfast
Travel to Yokkaichi (Long Beach sister-city)
Baseball Exchange and cultural activities at Yokkaichi Dome
Travel to Nara
Monday July 13, 2026
Hotel Niko Nara Breakfast
Morning free time
Group lunch at Hotel Niko Nara
Baseball Exchange (game 2)
Dinner Banquet with Hosts
Tuesday July 14, 2026
Hotel Niko Nara Breakfast
Nara Park
Baseball Exchange (game 3)
Team/Group Dinner
Wednesday July 15, 2026
Hotel Niko Nara Breakfast
Trip to Japanese Sporting Good Store
Baseball Exchange (game 4)
Dinner with Hosts
Travel to Osaka
Thursday July 16, 2026
Hotel Breakfast
Osaka Adventure Day: Dotonbori Area
Karaoke
Sumo Show (dinner included)
Friday July 17, 2026
Hotel Breakfast
Departure