◆ "Ragzas Samurai Japan Series 2026" Softbank Hawks vs. Japan (23rd, Hinata Sun Marine Stadium Miyazaki)

Samurai Japan's Hibiki Shinohara pitcher (19), who was called up as an additional support member, went up to mound start the second game of the send-off match against Softbank Hawks. His name on the back of his uniform reads "NOHMI". The 19-year-old right-hander, who was wearing "NOHMI," got through the first inning with a no runs score.

It was a rare opportunity for a promising Seibu Lions player. On the morning of the 20th, he was called by manager Nishiguchi and prepared to be demoted to the second team, but was instead told that he had been selected as a support member. After a crisis in the second team, he made a complete turnaround and started for the top team. The name "Hibiki Shinohara" became known throughout Japan.