The final results of the fan voting for the "Mynavi All-Star Game 2026" (July 28th at Tokyo Dome, July 29th at Toyama) were announced on the 7th, and Nippon-Ham Fighters catcher Yua Tamiya (26) was selected in catcher category. This will be his second All-Star Game appearance, two years after being selected by fan vote in 2024. He expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "I am very happy to have come in first place among so many players. I will do my best so that many fans will get to know my name."

At the 2024 All-Star Game held at Escon, he made headlines by starting at second base and playing in positions he doesn't normally play during the season. Looking ahead to his second All-Star Game, he said, "There are so many amazing players, so I wonder if I can learn any techniques from them. (Last time) I got a hit, so I would be happy if I could hit home run."