On the 19th, Orix Buffaloes announced that pitcher Kaito Saiki will participate in the "Reiwa 8 Osaka City Fire Department New Year's Ceremony," which will be held on January 6th next year in Minami-ko Kita, Suminoe Ward, Osaka City.
▼ Overview of the Osaka City Fire Department’s opening ceremony in 2020
Date and time: Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 10:00-11:30 (scheduled)
Location: ATC (center fielder)
Participating members: Kaito Saiki, Buffalo Bull & Bell
Contents: Parade, interaction corner between citizens and fire department
Organized by: Osaka City Fire Department
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