[Seibu Lions] Ikusaburo Yamazaki takes the mound for the ceremonial first pitch; the stadium erupts in cheers at his unexpected 107 km/h throw | Pacific League

[Seibu Lions] Ikusaburo Yamazaki takes the mound for the ceremonial first pitch; the stadium erupts in cheers at his unexpected 107 km/h throw.

Sports Hochi

June 9, 2026 18:00

Ikusaburo Yamazaki threw the ceremonial first pitch (Photo by Takeshi Shimizu)

◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026 Seibu Lions vs. Hiroshima (June 9th, Belluna Dome)

Musical actor Ikusaburo Yamazaki took the mound for the ceremonial first pitch at Seibu Lions-Hiroshima game. His powerful throw from the set position landed directly in catcher 's mitt without bounce. The speed gun registered an astonishing 107 km/h. The stadium erupted in gasps and applause.

Yamazaki also threw the ceremonial first pitch at Rakuten Eagles-Nippon-Ham game on April 7th (Rakuten Eagles Mobile), clocking 101 km/h. He has now successfully broken that record.