On the 22nd, Softbank Hawks infielder Itua Ikhine did not accompany Samurai Japan to their training match (Sunmarine), but instead stayed behind to practice at Ikume no Mori Sports Park.

The 2022 first-round draft pick, whose primary position is shortstop, is trying out outfield and first base starting from this training camp in order to increase his opportunities to play in the first team. "My weaknesses came out," he said, missing practice on the 21st due to poor condition, but he has since recovered. He worked up a sweat with outfield practice at Ivy Stadium.