 Takehiko Kohiyama

 AMI (24) won the gold medal in the women's breakkin at last summer's Paris Olympics. Now that more than half a year has passed since her accomplishment, she says there have been significant changes in her life. The medalist talks about everything from where she is now to her next ambitions.


Ami Yuasa on Gold Medal Changes and Next Ambition

 Masao Kurihara

 Tsutomu Kishimoto

 Satomi Suzuki (34, MIKI HOUSE) won the women's breaststroke 100m and 50m at the Konami Open. Suzuki, 34, is still evolving at the age of 34, and we caught up with her after the Paris Olympics.

Satomi Suzuki Wins Two Titles at Konami Open, Eyes Paris Olympic Records!

 Aflo

 On March 8, Hina Hayata participated in a T-League match against Kyushu Astida and won her last league match of the season. Commentator Hiroko Fujii says that Hina has overcome her "weak point" and is developing a new style.

Hina Hayata’s Evolution: Strengthening Defense and Backhand to Take on China in May!

 Yuji Yanagawa (non-fiction writer)

 Hiroyuki Komatsu (Ishigaki) Yuji Yanagawa (Sakashita, Oda)

 Kentai Takasaki's right-handed pitcher with a maximum speed of 158 km/h and Toyo University Himeji's 181 cm ace...

 The 97th Spring Koshien High School Baseball Tournament (Senbatsu) is about to begin on March 18. We interviewed the "Big 3 Pitchers" of this year's tournament, Genki Ishigaki of Kentai Takasaki, Ren Sakashita of Toyo University Himeji, and Shoki Oda of Yokohama High School, about their enthusiasm for the tournament.

2025 Senbatsu Kicks Off! A Final Look at the &#8216;Big 3&#8217; Pitchers – Plus Yokohama’s Super Freshman

 A man who has struggled in the U.S. may realistically start this season in the minors. The time for a decision is approaching.

 Shintaro Fujinami is struggling again this season. He continues to have trouble controlling his pitches, averaging more than 11 walks per game. He is facing the possibility of being declared out of the lineup. There are rumors that he will return to Japan. What is the team to which the former major league pitcher is willing to give his word?

Shintaro Fujinami&#8217;s Next Move: Overcoming Struggles with High Walk Rates and MLB Insights

 C2/Yuji Arakawa

 Engine at full throttle for Tokyo Dome!

 Shohei Ohtani participated in an open game against the White Sox on March 9 (Japan time). He finished the game with his first no-hitter, but a sportswriter pointed out that the reason for his strong hitting performance is hidden in the strikeouts he missed.

Shohei Ohtani Shines in Open Games with .300+ Average, Sets Sights on Batting Title!

 Hisashi Niisa (Broadcaster)

 Afro

 A broadcaster's view of the "Ohtani Fever" and the "true feelings" of the TV crew behind it.

 Spring has arrived!　Major League Baseball has entered the open season. With the season opener in Tokyo, we can't wait to see how Shohei Otani will perform this season as he revives his two-fisted style of pitching. On the other hand, however, there are some people who are getting depressed as the season opener approaches.

The reason why TV crews are not happy about Dodgers&#8217; Shohei Ohtani&#8217;s great performance.

 The season will soon begin!　 Aoki Kanako Aoki, a promising new star on the Japanese women's professional golf tour, is a "late bloomer and a fast flyer rookie.

 Kanako Aoki passed the women's golf professional test last year. Her weapon of choice is her driver, which has an average distance of 250 yards. She is one of the top class "flyers" in the professional game, and her specialty is aggressive golf. We interviewed her to get a closer look at her true character.

Rising Star of Women&#8217;s Pro Golf, Kanako Aoki: One Day, I Want to Take on the U.S. Tour!

 Shinji Hamasaki (1st and 2nd), Hiroyuki Komatsu (3rd)

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what this magazine was reporting 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In this issue, we take a look at Kazuhiro Kiyohara and manager Horiuchi at the pro baseball Giants' spring training camp in 2005. Was there a "thaw" between the two? How are the two getting along?

Playback &#8217;05] &#8220;We were in the mood to make up, but&#8230;&#8221; Kiyohara and Manager Horiuchi: The &#8220;cold war&#8221; witnessed by this magazine

 C2/Yuji Arakawa AFLO

 Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers took his first real hitting practice of the season, known as "live BP. The adjustment seems to be going well, and the next question is how he will finish as a pitcher who will return this season. What are the changes in his pitching form that are attracting so much attention?

Shohei Ohtani, the two-fisted pitcher again! New Pitching Form&#8221; is &#8220;Stiff Arm&#8221; and &#8220;Technique

 Kyodo News

 Tsuyoshi Shinjo, 53, manager of Nippon Ham, is said to be upset about a "complaint" from the Japan Professional Baseball Players' Association. What is the content of the complaint? ......

Tsuyoshi Shinjo, the manager of the professional baseball team, vehemently refutes the criticism of the players&#8217; association!　The &#8220;deep gulf&#8221; between the two sides widens.

 Reuters/Afro

 The author of "The Day Martial Arts Won the Kohaku Tournament" is the talk of the town. The book covers the inside story of the "K-1" match between Akebono and Bob Sapp broadcast on TBS on New Year's Eve 2003, and how the match surpassed the "Kohaku Uta Gassen" in viewer ratings, even though it lasted only four minutes. The author, Masashi Hosoda, talks about the behind-the-scenes story (Part 2).

The Day Martial Arts Beat the Red &#038; White Author&#8217;s Surprising Pitch to Akebono

 The Day the Martial Arts Won the Kohaku Tournament" is the talk of the town. The book describes the inside story of how the "K-1" match between Akebono and Bob Sapp, broadcast on TBS on New Year's Eve 2003, surpassed the "Kohaku Uta Gassen" in viewer ratings, even though the match lasted only four minutes. The author, Masashi Hosoda, talks about the behind-the-scenes story [Part 1].

The Untold Story Behind the Legendary Akebono vs. Bob Sapp Fight

 Since Yakult announced the passing of a long-time staff member who supported the team's mascot "Tsubakuro," the team has been in turmoil over the unexpected situation. What is the resurrection plan that Yakult is considering?

Yakult&#8217;s Tsubakuro: From Savage Penguin to Kid-Friendly Mascot? Inside the Team&#8217;s Revival Plan

 Hiroshi Tanikawa

 I'm sure Kiyohara has received many offers of employment from various companies, but I hope he finds what he really wants to do even if he has to waste time looking for a job.

Former Draft Candidate and Keio University Graduate Sends Support to Shogo Kiyohara

 Manager Kyuji Fujikawa, 44, who has taken over heavy responsibility from his predecessor Akifumi Okada, 67, and has been leading the Hanshin team since this season, is said to be causing confusion on the field due to his extreme "managerial management" of the players. Please refer to ...... for details.

Hanshin&#8217;s Kyuji Fujikawa Implements Strict Rules—Young Players Frustrated by FamilyMart-Only Policy

 Former Chunichi infielder Hiroyuki Nakajima, 42, who is closing in on his 2,000th hit, is planning to retire soon.

Hiroyuki Nakajima to Retire Seibu Lions Likely to Pass No Interest in Independent Leagues

 Kojiro Yamada

 While the promotion of Toyoshoryu to yokozuna has been controversial because of his "dignity," there is also the opinion that "Toyoshoryu's promotion to yokozuna will change the way we view Reiwa's sumo. We asked a sumo critic about how sumo should be enjoyed in the future.

Reiwa-Era Sumo&#8217;s Ideal: Four Yokozuna with Experienced Dignity and Individuality

 Takero Shintai (1st), Keisuke Nishi

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. This time, we focus on Hakuho's "riot of criticism of referees" that took place after the first tournament of 2003. The day after he apologized for the disturbance, Hakuho went out for a night on the town. ......

[Playback 2015] Hakuho&#8217;s Drunken Night After Judge Criticism Controversy

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 After the fierce battle at the Japan Championships, the final game will be held in Wakkanai in September to decide the representatives for the Olympics. Rocco Solare" led by Mayuki Fujisawa, "SC Karuizawa Club", the champion of the previous year, and "Fortius" with Sayaka Yoshimura.

 At the Japan Curling Championships held on February 6, Loco Solare, which was considered the favorite to win the championship, was eliminated in the semifinals. While all the teams raised their level, it was Fortius who won this year's tournament, and the winner of the Olympics representative round in September will be...

[Women&#8217;s Curling] The Three-Way Battle on Ice for Olympic Glory

 Shinji Hamasaki (1st to 3rd photos), Hiroyuki Komatsu (4th to 7th, 9th photos), Shinya Inui (8th photo)

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what this magazine was reporting 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In this issue, we introduce the "fairy" Sharapova's fever in Japan, which appeared in the February 18, 2005 issue, along with images from that time.

Playback &#8217;05] &#8220;Japanese fans are too excited&#8221; &#8211; &#8220;Fairy&#8221; Sharapova&#8217;s Fever in Japan

 Taisuke Nishida

 Yuji Yanagawa (nonfiction writer)

 Yuichiro Ueno, who was dismissed from his post as Rikkyo University ekiden coach a year and four months ago due to an affair with a female club member, has returned to active duty in Saga Prefecture. He says, "I can only repay my debt to Rikkyo University by running.

Former Rikkyo University Ekiden Director Dismissed for &#8220;Affair with Female Club Member&#8221; Says &#8220;I Can Only Repay Giving Back by Running

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Special Interview [Part 1

 Teikyo High School impressed us with its prestigious revival in the recent National High School Soccer Championship. However, it was not enough for former coach Sadao Furunuma, who once led Teikyo to six championship titles, tied for the most in the postwar era. How did he go from a soccer amateur to a great general?

Sadao Furunuma&#8217;s Coaching Wisdom Reveals the Secret Behind a Team&#8217;s Success

 Special Interview Project [Part 2

 Teikyo (Tokyo) attracted a lot of attention at the recent National High School Soccer Championship. Former coach Sadao Furunuma led Teikyo to six championship titles, tied for the most in the postwar era. The famous coach talks about his secret stories with Noritake Kinashi and Machida Zelvia coach Tsuyoshi Kuroda.

Sports

Ami Yuasa on Gold Medal Changes and Next Ambition

Satomi Suzuki Wins Two Titles at Konami Open, Eyes Paris Olympic Records!

Hina Hayata’s Evolution: Strengthening Defense and Backhand to Take on China in May!

2025 Senbatsu Kicks Off! A Final Look at the ‘Big 3’ Pitchers – Plus Yokohama’s Super Freshman

Shintaro Fujinami’s Next Move: Overcoming Struggles with High Walk Rates and MLB Insights

Shohei Ohtani Shines in Open Games with .300+ Average, Sets Sights on Batting Title!

The reason why TV crews are not happy about Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani’s great performance.

Rising Star of Women’s Pro Golf, Kanako Aoki: One Day, I Want to Take on the U.S. Tour!

Playback ’05] “We were in the mood to make up, but…” Kiyohara and Manager Horiuchi: The “cold war” witnessed by this magazine

Shohei Ohtani, the two-fisted pitcher again! New Pitching Form” is “Stiff Arm” and “Technique

Tsuyoshi Shinjo, the manager of the professional baseball team, vehemently refutes the criticism of the players’ association!　The “deep gulf” between the two sides widens.

The Day Martial Arts Beat the Red & White Author’s Surprising Pitch to Akebono

The Untold Story Behind the Legendary Akebono vs. Bob Sapp Fight

Yakult’s Tsubakuro: From Savage Penguin to Kid-Friendly Mascot? Inside the Team’s Revival Plan

Former Draft Candidate and Keio University Graduate Sends Support to Shogo Kiyohara

Hanshin’s Kyuji Fujikawa Implements Strict Rules—Young Players Frustrated by FamilyMart-Only Policy

Hiroyuki Nakajima to Retire Seibu Lions Likely to Pass No Interest in Independent Leagues

Reiwa-Era Sumo’s Ideal: Four Yokozuna with Experienced Dignity and Individuality

[Playback 2015] Hakuho’s Drunken Night After Judge Criticism Controversy

[Women’s Curling] The Three-Way Battle on Ice for Olympic Glory

Playback ’05] “Japanese fans are too excited” – “Fairy” Sharapova’s Fever in Japan

Former Rikkyo University Ekiden Director Dismissed for “Affair with Female Club Member” Says “I Can Only Repay Giving Back by Running

Sadao Furunuma’s Coaching Wisdom Reveals the Secret Behind a Team’s Success

Sadao Furunuma Reveals Untold Stories of Noritake Kinashi & Machida Zelvia’s Tsuyoshi Kuroda

Sports

Ami Yuasa on Gold Medal Changes and Next Ambition

Satomi Suzuki Wins Two Titles at Konami Open, Eyes Paris Olympic Records!

Hina Hayata’s Evolution: Strengthening Defense and Backhand to Take on China in May!

2025 Senbatsu Kicks Off! A Final Look at the ‘Big 3’ Pitchers – Plus Yokohama’s Super Freshman

Shintaro Fujinami’s Next Move: Overcoming Struggles with High Walk Rates and MLB Insights

Shohei Ohtani Shines in Open Games with .300+ Average, Sets Sights on Batting Title!

The reason why TV crews are not happy about Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani’s great performance.

Rising Star of Women’s Pro Golf, Kanako Aoki: One Day, I Want to Take on the U.S. Tour!

Playback ’05] “We were in the mood to make up, but…” Kiyohara and Manager Horiuchi: The “cold war” witnessed by this magazine

Shohei Ohtani, the two-fisted pitcher again! New Pitching Form” is “Stiff Arm” and “Technique

Tsuyoshi Shinjo, the manager of the professional baseball team, vehemently refutes the criticism of the players’ association! The “deep gulf” between the two sides widens.

The Day Martial Arts Beat the Red & White Author’s Surprising Pitch to Akebono

The Untold Story Behind the Legendary Akebono vs. Bob Sapp Fight

Yakult’s Tsubakuro: From Savage Penguin to Kid-Friendly Mascot? Inside the Team’s Revival Plan

Former Draft Candidate and Keio University Graduate Sends Support to Shogo Kiyohara

Hanshin’s Kyuji Fujikawa Implements Strict Rules—Young Players Frustrated by FamilyMart-Only Policy

Hiroyuki Nakajima to Retire Seibu Lions Likely to Pass No Interest in Independent Leagues

Reiwa-Era Sumo’s Ideal: Four Yokozuna with Experienced Dignity and Individuality

[Playback 2015] Hakuho’s Drunken Night After Judge Criticism Controversy

[Women’s Curling] The Three-Way Battle on Ice for Olympic Glory

Playback ’05] “Japanese fans are too excited” – “Fairy” Sharapova’s Fever in Japan

Former Rikkyo University Ekiden Director Dismissed for “Affair with Female Club Member” Says “I Can Only Repay Giving Back by Running

Sadao Furunuma’s Coaching Wisdom Reveals the Secret Behind a Team’s Success

Sadao Furunuma Reveals Untold Stories of Noritake Kinashi & Machida Zelvia’s Tsuyoshi Kuroda

Tsuyoshi Shinjo, the manager of the professional baseball team, vehemently refutes the criticism of the players’ association!　The “deep gulf” between the two sides widens.