Hiraoka Industries Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, President: Ryosuke Hiraoka) through its playful pursuit brand "asobient" announces the release of the "Carp Udon Helmet" and "Carp Wanko Helmet" as licensed merchandise of the Hiroshima Toyo Carp, timed with the opening of the 2026 professional baseball season.
This product is planned and sold by Hiraoka Industries Co., Ltd. under a licensing agreement with Hiroshima Toyo Carp Co., Ltd.
Setouchi Passion: Manufacturing DNA That Takes Things Too Seriously
The asobient division of Hiraoka Industries Co., Ltd. has continued its activities under the concept of "Making play fun and infinite," elevating precision processing technology into something that sparks excitement.
This passion attracted Kawasaki Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture, President: Isao Kawasaki) from "Udon Prefecture" Kagawa, a company that resolved to create something surprising and interesting, resulting in the one-of-a-kind udon-specific helmet.
The manufacturing DNA of both companies resonated with their shared philosophy of "creating the most interesting products with reliable technology," leading to the desire to "turn this incredibly serious vessel into one that holds the passionate spirit of Carp fans." With the full cooperation of Kawasaki Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., customization into Hiroshima's symbolic "Red Helmet" specification became a reality. This proposes an unprecedented dual-purpose style where cheering and dining seamlessly connect through the concept of "wear it to cheer, flip it to eat."
The Possibilities Are Endless
There is no "correct answer" for this helmet.
At the stadium, at home, the usage possibilities expand infinitely depending on your ideas.
Carp Udon Helmet
A design-registered "slurpable" helmet that Kawasaki Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. crafted with meticulous attention.
Cheering Style
Wear it on your head at the stadium to show your winning spirit! The brilliant "Red Helmet" synchronizes with the stadium stands dyed in crimson. (Please note that it does not have the head protection function or strength of a helmet.)
Dining Table Style
After returning home from the stadium, flip it over onto the dining table. Add condiments like green onions and ginger to the brim section, and you have your own personal udon shop. Perfect for "celebration noodles" to celebrate Carp victories.
Storage Style
Place it at the entrance as a "Red Helmet storage" for keys and small items. It brightens daily life as an eye-catching interior piece.
Wanko Helmet
A versatile mini model born as the younger sibling of the Udon Helmet.
Sharing Style
A vessel for distributing from the Udon Helmet like "wanko soba" one after another. Livens up viewing parties with family and friends.
Snack Style
Put nuts or edamame in it as a "snack container" during games.
Pet Style
While the name "wanko" imagines a bowl, it's of course also welcome to use it as a food container for beloved dogs and cats. Create a dining table where the whole family (pets are family too!) cheers for the Carp together.
Product Overview
Carp Udon Helmet
Sales Price: ¥3,850 (tax included)
Material: PP resin, Heat resistant 140°C / Cold resistant -10°C, Microwave use: Partially possible (within 3 minutes)
Size: 180×266×H105mm, Capacity 2,000CC (can hold 3 servings of udon)
Other: Dishwasher not compatible
Carp Wanko Helmet
Sales Price: ¥1,320 (tax included)
Material: PP resin, Heat resistant 140°C / Cold resistant -10°C, Microwave use: Partially possible (within 3 minutes)
Size: 116×171×H67mm, Capacity 450CC
Other: Dishwasher not compatible
Sales Locations
asobient EC site, Mazda Stadium goods shops, Carp official online shop
Fukuya Hiroshima Station Store 5th floor Carp goods section
Hiroshima Brand Shop TAU
RCC Webshop
J Sports Webshop and others
Release Date
January 31, 2026 (Saturday)
