The Departure of Yuta Izumiguchi: Giants Cancel Rookie Infielder and Add Estamy Ureña
Giant IzumiguchiPhoto by Sponichi On the 19th, the Japan Baseball Organization (NPB) announced the registration and deletion of players from both the Central League and the Pacific League, and the Giants canceled infielder Yuta Izumiguchi (24, NTT West), the fourth pick of the draft. On this day, infielder Estamy Ureña (24 = Dominican Republic), who […]
Unusual Celebration Pose in Pacific League Softbank-Orix Game Sparks Internet Buzz
Pacific League Softbank-Orix (19 April 2024 PayPay D) In the 4th inning, Yanagita kneels behind Yamakawa, who makes a 3-run shot, in a mysterious pose (Photo by Takeyasu Okada)Photo by Sponichi Softbank Yamakawa hit #4, 3 runs, with two outs and runners on first and third base in the 4th inning. Yanagita, who was the […]
Former Hanshin Players Tsuyoshi Shimoyanagi and Yodai Yano Reflect on Their Baseball Careers and Trades
Pitcher Tsuyoshi Shimoyanagi (right) and catcher Yodai Yano (Teruhiro Yano) formed a battery during the Hanshin era.Photo by Sponichi Former Hanshin player Tsuyoshi Shimoyanagi (55) updated his YouTube channel by the 19th. He invited former Hanshin manager Yodai Yano (55), who is also his ally, as a guest, and they had fun talk about their […]
Encounter with a Tennis Legend: Violinist Chisako Takashima’s Unexpected Run-In with Roger Federer
Chisako TakashimaPhoto by Sponichi Violinist Chisako Takashima (55) appeared on the Asahi TV program “Zawatsuku! Friday” (6:50 pm after Friday) broadcast on the 19th and talked about the world-famous star she happened to encounter during her stay in the United States. Takashima went to the United States during spring break. “I visited 16 universities for […]
King & Prince’s Ren Nagase Reveals Father’s Surprising Occupation as Former Helicopter Pilot
King ＆PrincePhoto by Sponichi King & Prince’s Ren Nagase (25) appeared as a guest on TV Asahi’s “Tetsuko’s Room” (Mon-Fri 1:00 pm) broadcast on the 19th, and when he revealed his father’s occupation, host Tetsuko Kuroyanagi also expressed surprise. Ta. When asked about his family, he revealed that he is a family of five, which […]
Introducing the New Announcers of Fuji TV: Meet the Four Fresh Faces Joining the Team!
From the official Instagram of Fuji TV announcer (fujitv_announcer) On the 19th, Fuji Television announced on its official SNS the names of four new announcers who joined the company in April this year. 28 people have joined Fuji Television. The publishers are Kotaro Uegaki, a graduate of the Faculty of Letters, Osaka University, Naofumi Kajitani, […]
Overcoming Obstacles with Ichiro Sensei: Learning to Love What You Hate
Ichiro Sensei standing on the podiumPhoto of the photo provided On the 16th, a web video titled “Teach Me! Ichiro Sensei Returns” was released starring Ichiro (50), special assistant to the president and instructor of the Mariners. Since 2001 he has appeared as a teacher in a popular project of SMBC Nikko Securities, of which […]
Teach Me! Ichiro Sensei Returns: A Hilarious Encounter with Golf
Ichiro Sensei standing on the podiumPhoto of the photo provided On the 16th, a web video titled “Teach Me! Ichiro Sensei Returns” was released starring Ichiro (50), special assistant to the president and instructor of the Mariners. Since 2001 he has appeared as a teacher in a popular project of SMBC Nikko Securities, where he […]
Risa Junna Excited for Duet with Hiromi Go on “Life has songs!” Recording
Risa JunnaPhoto by Sponichi Actress Risa Junna (53), who plays the role of former best girl Takarazuka Revue Hanagumi, updated her Instagram by the 18th. Two hits with a “rare big star” have been released. “You never know what’s going to happen in life!!” she wrote with excitement, “Today I had the opportunity to do […]
Yuma Morii Makes History at Boston Marathon: Highest-Scoring Japanese Marathon Runner
Morii finishes Boston Marathon (AP)Photo by ＡＰ At the Boston Marathon on the 15th, Yuma Morii (33, Kyoto Athletic Association) set a personal best time of 2 hours, 9 minutes, 59 seconds, placing 8th, the highest-scoring Japanese marathon runner. Who is Morii, who preceded the Paris Olympics representative Suguru Osako (Nike), who finished 13th in […]
