 Sportswriter, born in 1982 in Toyama Prefecture. Graduated from Seijo University, Faculty of Arts and Letters, Department of Fine Arts, and started working as a sports writer in 2006. He has been working as a sportswriter since 2006, mainly covering rugby. He is the author of "Sunwolves no Chosen, Super Rugby: Tsuyouru Wolves no Kiroku" (Sunwolves' Challenge, Super Rugby: Record of the Fighting Wolves) published by Futabasha.

 Mukai Kazemiya

 It is surprisingly difficult to gain confidence, even for those who have walked a career that is the envy of others. Naoto Saito, who is expected to participate in the World Cup in 2011, is in between the two.

A year and a half later, Rugby World Cup star Naoto Saito talks about his confidence and response

 The 2022 pennant race will finally begin on March 25. How will the 12-inning extra-inning system affect pitching?　Will the first draft pick rookie be able to play?　Is team morale up?　Here are the expectations and blurbs of the watchdog reporters.

Celebrate the opening of the season! Pro baseball team watchdog reporters reveal &#8220;blurbs and expectations that can never be written&#8221;.

 Aflo Sankei Shimbun

 Another year of hot competition! Mao Saigo, 20 years old, won her first tournament on the tour. Who will be the "eye of the typhoon" that will take the lead over Moenei Inami, Sakura Ogoshi, Yuna Nishimura, and others?

 This season's women's professional golf tournament got off to a tumultuous start from the very first round, with rookies in their third year holding off last season's prize money leaders such as Moenei Inami. Let us introduce you to some of the hottest "twinkly" women golfers of today!

Tsuyokawa Women Professional Golfers&#8217; &#8220;Battle of Beauties&#8221; Begins Again This Year

 Keisuke Kaku

 Timeless "Showa High School Baseball" (2)

 With the advent of the 2021 era, high school baseball has undergone a dramatic evolution in terms of tactics, practices, and training methods. In the midst of all this, there are some great commanders who continue to adhere to the "Showa era of high school baseball. At first glance, their ideas may seem anachronistic, but they are still relevant today.

Sumio Mizota, Obama High School baseball team manager, &#8220;To retrieve something forgotten 34 years ago.&#8221;

 Jiji Press

 He lost nearly 10 kg and learned from his adversary, manager Kazuyoshi Tachinami. ...... Still, Nippon Ham's Kotaro Kiyomiya has not awakened. He has also been sluggish in the opening rounds, hitting zero home runs. What is the serious decision of manager Tsuyoshi Shinjo?

Homerun 0&#8230;Yase but sluggish Nichi-Ham&#8217;s Kiyomiya: &#8220;A Severe Decision by Shinjo&#8217;s Manager&#8221;.

 Born in 1977. After working as an editor and reporter for a soccer magazine and as a sports reporter for a news agency, he became a freelance journalist. He currently covers many sports, focusing on soccer, boxing, and track and field.

 Masayuki Sugizono

 On March 13, he won the Japan Student Half Marathon, and was unofficially selected to represent Japan in the FISU World University Games. The story of Kiyosumi Hirabayashi, a first-year student, who was delighted to beat out athletes from Aoyama Gakuin University and Toyo University, who were not invited to join the team.

 On March 13, first-year student Hirabayashi Kiyosumi of Kokugaku University won the Japan Student Half Marathon Championships held in Tachikawa, Tokyo. The rebellious spirit of this talented rookie, who was not offered a place by Aoyama Gakuin University or Komazawa University, is the driving force behind his success.

Goal: &#8220;Gyakkiri in Hakone Ekiden&#8221; Ambition of Weed Rookie at Kokugakuin Univ.

 Unprecedented "F1 Boom" in the U.S.

 The long-awaited season for F1 fans has arrived. The Bahrain Grand Prix, the season opener, was held on March 20, and the one-two finish by Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr. was a great success for Ferrari, which has been struggling in recent years.

Despite the Unprecedented Boom in the U.S&#8230;.Fears of &#8220;F1 Departure&#8221; Spreading in Japan

 Junko Yang

 Inside Report on the 2010 Senbatsu Tournament

 The last time they qualified for the 21st Century Bowl, but this time they qualified on their own merits. The team came to the Sembatsu Tournament on the strength of their runner-up finish in the Kyushu Autumn Tournament. The team overcame the handicap of being on a remote island to compete. However, reality was not so sweet. Amami Oshima and Oshima High School's

The Challenge of Oshima High School, a Remote Island High School&#8221; They will surely have a great summer ahead of them.

 Takashi Yoshida

 AFLO

 I was a witness to a historic game. The Senbatsu high school baseball tournament, which was scheduled to open on March 18, was postponed due to worsening weather conditions. This was the first time in 30 years that the event was postponed, which is a rare occurrence. On that day 30 years ago, I went to Koshien to cover the event.

Senbatsu Opening Ceremony Postponed, Reminds Us of &#8220;Historic Moment 30 Years Ago

 Akira Nagakabe

 Timeless "Showa High School Baseball" (1)

 With the advent of the 2021 era, high school baseball has undergone a dramatic evolution in terms of tactics, practices, and training methods. In the midst of all this, there are some great commanders who continue to adhere to "Showa-era high school baseball. At first glance, their ideas may seem anachronistic, but they are still relevant today.

Clark Memorial International Manager Keiji Sasaki&#8217;s Determination to &#8220;Aim for the Triple Crown Victory

 While Russia's aggression against Ukraine intensifies, Dalia Bilodyd, the Ukrainian bronze medalist in women's 48-kilogram judo at the Tokyo Olympics, has embroidered a message of peace on the belt of her judo uniform.

Bilodide&#8217;s &#8220;Message on the Obi of Judogi&#8221; Appeals for Peace

 Takahiro Kagawa

 Seiya Suzuki is set to join the Cubs on a five-year, 10.1 billion yen blockbuster contract. The local media praised him as "the savior of Chicago. However, there are also many concerns. What are the unexpected pitfalls pointed out by well-informed people?

Seiya Suzuki, acclaimed by the majors as the best star, &#8220;a surprising local concern&#8221;.

 Russian female figure skater Alina Zagitova, who had been silent on her Instagram account following the Russian invasion of Ukraine posted recently in her Instagram. Her fans are happy to see that her Instagram have recently become active again. 

Zagitova&#8217;s Sexy Black Mini Skirt Post Gathering Attention in Social Media

 He overpowers the Pacific League's best hitter, Yuki Yanagida, with a fastball over 160 km/h and a fast fork in the low 140's!

 Chiba Lotte's Akinori Sasaki, in his third year as a professional pitcher, looks to make a big leap forward this season, and on March 5 he overpowered "the best hitter in the Pacific League," Yuki Yanagida, with a fastball over 160 km/h and a fast fork in the low 140s. How did the "Monster of 2022" awaken?

The Surprising Moment When Chiba Lotte&#8217;s Akinori Sasaki, &#8220;Glass Ace,&#8221; Awakened

 Kyodo News

 Ozeki Masashiro is not in good spirits. His four consecutive losses from day one are tied for the worst record for a kadoban. He is in danger of being demoted. Can the beleaguered ozeki make a comeback? A former master who retired due to a scandalous incident shares his golden wisdom with us.

Four consecutive losses from the first day&#8230;Masashiro in danger of falling to Ozeki: &#8220;Golden words from a disgraced retired master&#8221;.

 Russia's Alina Zagitova, who has been silent on her Instagram account since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, has recently begun posting again. This time, she showed off her beautiful red mini-dress, which has been attracting a lot of attention. She is known for her "

Zagitova&#8217;s &#8220;Too Cute in a Red Mini Dress&#8221; Shows Her Mixed Feelings

 Beijing Paralympics2022Athlete captain who achieved "3 gold, 1 silver" on the big stage for the third time

 Momoka Muraoka achieved three gold and one silver medal at her third Paralympic Games. 4 medals in one event is a record for the women's speed skating team at the Beijing Olympics. It was an accomplishment on par with Miho Takagi. What was supporting her...

Alpine Skiing Gold Momoka Muraoka Talks about Fear

 Russian women's figure skater Evgenia Medvedeva, a silver medalist at the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, made global headlines after posting an anti-war message on her Instagram account. Government in Russia under information control.

Russian Silver Medvedeva&#8217;s &#8220;Social Networking Move&#8221; Too Complicated

 Alina Zagitova of Russia, who won the gold medal in women's figure skating at the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, continues to update her Russian social networking site Telegram, which she just started. Photo of her in a gray sweatshirt with her dog, Masaru.

Zagitova&#8217;s &#8220;Close-up Shot with Masaru&#8221; Released, Fans Have Mixed Feelings

 Takahiro Kagawa Yasuko Sakaguchi Shoichiro Tsuboi

 Former Hiroshima mainstay Seiya Suzuki has decided to move to the Cubs. Mrs. Airi was present at the negotiations with the major leaguers and supported Suzuki. We will introduce Mrs. Airi, who supported Tsuyoshi Shinjo, Ichiro, Hideki Matsui, and other Japanese Major League players, with treasured photos!

Mrs. Airi supporting Seiya&#8230;Japanese Majors &#8220;Happiness as a Couple&#8221; Moment!

 Yuji Yanagawa

 Takaki Matsuhashi (Sasaki) Kyodo News (Manabe)

 Yuugo Maeda, "Osaka Toin's number one pitcher in history," No. 56 in his high school career, and Rintaro Sasaki, "Iwate's Monster," 182cm10 4 kg, bench press 90 kg, Kyofumiro Sakura of Kyushu International Univ.

 Rintaro Sasaki, Hanamaki-Higashi's new sophomore slugger, is finally ready for mass production before the start of the Senbatsu tournament. We will introduce you to some of the players to watch in the Spring Sembatsu 2022!

The season finally begins! New sophomores are expected to run rampant in this year&#8217;s Sembatsu

 Fumihiko Washizaki

 The Story of the Meihachi Baseball Club (5)

 [Joon's longing for the land of his dreams is just one step away. Despite the restrictive environment of one of the best preparatory schools in Tokyo, there is a man who still earnestly aims to make it to the Koshien. He is Takafumi Sugihara, manager of the Meio Nakano Hachioji Baseball Club. The film follows his struggles and anguish, as well as the physical and mental growth of his students.

Meihachi, a Preparatory School Aiming for Koshien &#8220;The Moment When Trust Turns into a Strong Bond

 The Story of the Meihachi Baseball Club (4)

 [Joon's longing for the place of his dreams is just one step away. Despite the restrictive environment of one of the best preparatory schools in Tokyo, there is a man who still earnestly aims to make it to the Koshien. He is Takafumi Sugihara, manager of the Meio Nakano Hachioji Baseball Club. The film follows his struggles and anguish, as well as the physical and mental growth of his students.

How to talk with adults and children as equals, as practiced by a progressive school aiming for the Koshien National High School Baseball Tournament

 The Story of the Meihachi Baseball Club (3)

 One step closer to the place of their dreams. Despite the restrictions imposed by being one of the best preparatory schools in Tokyo, there is a man who still earnestly aims to make it to the Koshien National Championships. He is Takafumi Sugihara, manager of the Meio Nakano Hachioji Baseball Club. The film follows his struggles and anguish, as well as the physical and mental growth of his students.

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A year and a half later, Rugby World Cup star Naoto Saito talks about his confidence and response

Celebrate the opening of the season! Pro baseball team watchdog reporters reveal “blurbs and expectations that can never be written”.

Tsuyokawa Women Professional Golfers’ “Battle of Beauties” Begins Again This Year

Sumio Mizota, Obama High School baseball team manager, “To retrieve something forgotten 34 years ago.”

Homerun 0…Yase but sluggish Nichi-Ham’s Kiyomiya: “A Severe Decision by Shinjo’s Manager”.

Goal: “Gyakkiri in Hakone Ekiden” Ambition of Weed Rookie at Kokugakuin Univ.

Despite the Unprecedented Boom in the U.S….Fears of “F1 Departure” Spreading in Japan

The Challenge of Oshima High School, a Remote Island High School” They will surely have a great summer ahead of them.

Senbatsu Opening Ceremony Postponed, Reminds Us of “Historic Moment 30 Years Ago

Clark Memorial International Manager Keiji Sasaki’s Determination to “Aim for the Triple Crown Victory

Bilodide’s “Message on the Obi of Judogi” Appeals for Peace

Seiya Suzuki, acclaimed by the majors as the best star, “a surprising local concern”.

Zagitova’s Sexy Black Mini Skirt Post Gathering Attention in Social Media

The Surprising Moment When Chiba Lotte’s Akinori Sasaki, “Glass Ace,” Awakened

Four consecutive losses from the first day…Masashiro in danger of falling to Ozeki: “Golden words from a disgraced retired master”.

Zagitova’s “Too Cute in a Red Mini Dress” Shows Her Mixed Feelings

Alpine Skiing Gold Momoka Muraoka Talks about Fear

Russian Silver Medvedeva’s “Social Networking Move” Too Complicated

Zagitova’s “Close-up Shot with Masaru” Released, Fans Have Mixed Feelings

Mrs. Airi supporting Seiya…Japanese Majors “Happiness as a Couple” Moment!

The season finally begins! New sophomores are expected to run rampant in this year’s Sembatsu

Meihachi, a Preparatory School Aiming for Koshien “The Moment When Trust Turns into a Strong Bond

How to talk with adults and children as equals, as practiced by a progressive school aiming for the Koshien National High School Baseball Tournament

The origin of Sugihara’s pursuit of “baseball that makes even the brain sweat