Softbank Hawks Hawks outfielder Tomoya Masaki will receive 188 servings of Marutai ramen from Marutai Co., Ltd. on the 25th.

Masaki hit a hitter Home Run in the first inning of the game against Orix Buffaloes on the 24th (at Mizuho PayPay Stadium). The ball flew towards the Marutai instant ramen pole (left field pole) and it initially appeared to hit it directly, so it was announced that he would be given a year's supply of Marutai instant ramen.

The day after the game, after a rigorous replay review by team staff, it was determined that the ball did not hit the Marutai instant ramen pole. As a result, the prize of a year's supply of Marutai ramen, which was to be awarded to the player who hit the ball that directly struck the Marutai instant ramen pole, has been invalidated.

However, Marutai Co., Ltd. decided to present Masaki with 188 servings of Marutai Ramen in recognition of his powerful hit, which clocked in at 188 km/h. Masaki said, “I am very happy to receive 188 servings of Marutai Ramen.From now on, I’ll work hard to hit enough home runs—home run—to receive a year’s, two years’ or even three years’ worth of Marutai Ramen. Thank you very much, Marutai.”