Seibu Lions Lions pitcher Mitsunari Takahashi was the first to arrive bullpen at the Nango Camp in Miyazaki on the 1st, throwing 23 pitches.

He pitch breaking ball to the seated catcher Yuto Koga. After pitch, he talked with Yu Koga and finished bullpen on the first day with a satisfied look on his face.

Last offseason, Takahashi Hikaru had been hoping to transfer to the majors using the posting system, but had to give up due to disagreements over the terms. If all goes well, he will acquire the right to become an overseas free agent this season.

The right-handed pitcher, who had a record of 8 wins and 9 losses with ERA 3.04 last season, traveled to the United States this offseason and trained hard for about three weeks in Arizona. He's off to a great start in this crucial season.