J.League Football - Match Venues - Toyota Stadium
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The high-tech state-of-the-art 45,000 seat Toyota stadium
was built as a venue for the 2002 World Cup but was overlooked when Korea
became co-hosts due to political in-fighting between the owners Toyota
and the government. The stadium has a retractable roof designed to resemble
the traditional curves of a temple roof, large video screen and excellent
views for the spectators. The stadium is located in Toyota city and can
be reached in about 50 minutes from Nagoya on the Tsurumai subway/Meitetsu
Toyota Line. J. League side Nagoya Grampus eight play some of their home
games at Toyota stadium.
The stadium was designed by Kisho Kurokawa Architect and Associates who
also designed Oita Stadium. Opened July 2001.