Chiba Support Ads [2026 Latest]: Locations, Fees, and Application Methods
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You want to place an advertisement to support your favorite idol or group at their concert or event at Makuhari Messe or ZOZO Marine Stadium. For fans like you, the Chiba area is one of the most competitive areas for fan-supported advertising.
This article summarizes the latest information for 2026, from the types of fan-supported advertisements available in the Chiba/Makuhari area to major display locations, cost estimates, and application procedures. Whether you are placing an ad for the first time or have experience, please refer to it.
Types of fan-supported advertisements available in the Chiba area
Digital signage (electronic billboards)
This involves placing advertisements on digital monitors installed in train stations and commercial facilities. They are installed at major JR stations such as Kaihin-Makuhari, Chiba, Kashiwa, and Funabashi stations. They have a short lead time and are easy for individuals to apply for. They support both video and still images and are one of the most commonly used forms for fan-supported advertising.
Outdoor visions and street signage
These involve placing advertisements on large visions installed in station squares and shopping districts. They are available in areas around Kashiwa Station and the Funabashi Station South Exit. They are suitable for exposure in areas with high pedestrian traffic.
Ad trucks
These are mobile advertisements where trucks carrying advertisements drive around the venue. They are highly effective in appealing to fans gathered at the venue, timed with events at Makuhari Messe and ZOZO Marine Stadium.
Station posters and banners
These are poster advertisements attached to walls and pillars inside station premises. The cost tends to be higher than digital signage.
Major display spots in Chiba
Kaihin-Makuhari Area
Makuhari Messe (10-minute walk from Kaihin-Makuhari Station) is a concert hall and exhibition center with a capacity of over 30,000 people, hosting large-scale K-POP and J-POP performances throughout the year. Digital signage is installed inside the ticket gates of Kaihin-Makuhari Station, which fans heading to the venue invariably pass through. Placing ads here, especially when there are performances with high attendance, is particularly effective.
ZOZO Marine Stadium is the home ground of the Chiba Lotte Marines and regularly hosts large concerts. Makuhari Toyosuna Station (opened March 2023, directly connected to Aeon Mall Makuhari New City) is a new area with increasing foot traffic.
Chiba Station Area
This is the central station of Chiba City, where JR and Keisei lines converge. Digital signage is installed in multiple locations, including the concourse outside the ticket gates and inside the ticket gates, making it a suitable base for exposure throughout Chiba City.
Kashiwa Area
As Chiba's second commercial hub, many commercial facilities are concentrated around Kashiwa Station. Kashiwa Station offers multiple advertising products, including digital signage, which are effective for reaching fans in northern Chiba.
Funabashi Area
Large commercial facilities are concentrated in the Funabashi Station South Exit, Harbor City, and Vivit Minami Funabashi areas. Digital signage outside Funabashi Station's ticket gates can be displayed on multiple surfaces, making it suitable for appealing to fans in the Funabashi and Narashino areas.
Cost estimates (by media type)
| Media Type | Estimated Cost | Display Period |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Signage (Station Premises, Small) | From 30,000 yen | From 1 week |
| Digital Signage (Station Premises, Medium) | From 50,000 yen | From 1 week |
| Outdoor Vision/Street Signage | From 100,000 yen | From 1 week |
| Station Poster (Large) | From 100,000 yen | From 2 weeks |
| Ad Truck | From 150,000 yen | From 1 day |
If you crowdfund the costs with multiple people, it becomes realistic to place ads on larger media by reducing the burden per person. Oshi-ad's crowdfunding feature allows participation from 500 yen per share.
Benefits of placing fan-supported advertisements in Chiba
- Large venues and stations are in close proximity: Makuhari Messe and ZOZO Marine Stadium are within walking distance of Kaihin-Makuhari Station. Placing ads at stations that fans attending the venue invariably use is a major advantage due to the high precision in reaching the target audience.
- Good access from Tokyo: Kaihin-Makuhari is about 30 minutes from Tokyo via the JR Keiyo Line. Since fans from across the Tokyo metropolitan area gather, advertisements in the Chiba area have the opportunity to be seen by fans throughout the Kanto region.
- Easy to combine multiple areas: Makuhari, Chiba Station, Kashiwa, and Funabashi are all connected by JR lines. By placing ads across multiple areas, you can broaden exposure to fans from different demographics.
Application process
- Determine purpose and budget: First, clarify who you want to support, when you want to place the ad (event date), and your maximum budget. Deciding whether to place it alone or through crowdfunding with multiple people in advance will make the process smoother.
- Select media and location: Consider whether it's a station close to the venue or a commercial area. For events at Makuhari Messe, the Kaihin-Makuhari Station area is the primary candidate.
- Check agency guidelines: Before placing a fan-supported ad, it's necessary to confirm whether the talent agency allows such advertisements.
- Application and creative submission: Prepare creatives according to the media specifications and submit them simultaneously with the application.
- Display and reporting: During the display period, take photos of the ad and share them on social media.
How to place a fan-supported advertisement
Clarify purpose and budget
Before placing a fan-supported advertisement, organize "who" it's for, "when" (timing of the event), "where" (area), and "how much" it will cost. Aligning it with milestones like birthdays, anniversaries, or tour dates can also enhance its viral spread on social media.
Choose media
- Digital signage: Short lead time, can be placed from around 30,000 yen. Most suitable media for individual applications.
- Outdoor visions: Highly visible, suitable for exposure on streets around the venue.
- Ad trucks: Mobile advertisements that drive around the venue on the day of the event. High impact.
Key points for application
Some digital signage media can be displayed in as little as one week. However, popular ad slots tend to fill up before events, so it's recommended to apply 2-4 weeks before the concert.
What is Oshi-ad?
Oshi-ad (https://app.oshi-ad.com) is a service that allows individuals to place advertisements such as digital signage for their favorite idols or groups, starting from approximately 30,000 yen.
- Can be displayed in as little as 1 week: Short lead time, can accommodate applications right before an event.
- Individuals can apply: No need for corporate contracts or going through agencies; individual fans can apply directly.
- Crowdfunding feature: Fellow fans can participate from 500 yen per share. The commission fee is 10%, one of the lowest in the industry.
- Support for agency guideline confirmation: Even first-time advertisers can proceed with peace of mind.
We also handle display media in the Chiba/Makuhari area. If you want to place a fan-supported advertisement for your idol's event, please start by searching for media on our service page.