[Softbank Hawks] Former Nogizaka46 member Asuka Saito will pitch the ceremonial first pitch at the March 27th Opening Game. "I'm so excited!" Yoshio Inoue will sing the national anthem. | Pacific League

[Softbank Hawks] Former Nogizaka46 member Asuka Saito will throw the first pitch at the opening game on March 27th. "I'm already excited." Yoshio Inoue will sing the national anthem.

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March 5, 2026 12:34

Softbank Hawks announced on the 5th that Asuka Saito of the former Nogizaka46 will be in charge of the opening ceremony of the opening and Nippon-Ham match (Mizuho PayPay) on March 27th. "Thank you for this valuable opportunity, I'm excited from now on, but I'll do my best to pitch while having fun!" He commented.

The national anthem will be sung by actor Yoshio Inoue.