Lotte to have Pierre Taki throw the ceremonial first pitch at their game against Softbank Hawks on July 19th: "It's a great honor" | Pacific League League.com

Lotte to have Pierre Taki throw out the ceremonial first pitch at their game against Softbank Hawks on July 19th: "It's a great honor."

Baseball King

July 10, 2026 03:09

Pierre Taki will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Softbank Hawks game on July 19 (Photo provided by the team)

On the 10th, Lotte announced that musician and actor Pierre Taki will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at their game against Softbank Hawks on July 19th (Zozo Marine Stadium, game starts at 6:00 PM).

On the same day, the team will host the "GungHo Special Nighter," a sponsored game by official sponsor GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc. Pierre Taki also provided the narration for Chiba Lotte Marines documentary film "MARINES DOCUMENTARY 2025: To All the Unconquerable Ones," which will be released in December 2025. The ceremonial first pitch is scheduled to take place around 5:45 PM as part of the "GungHo Special Nighter" first first baseman ceremony.

▼ Comment from Pierre Taki

"The sun, wind, rain, and fog bring out a variety of expressions, yet the familiar roar of the crowd can still be heard. Zozo Marine Stadium is a wonderful ballpark that provides maximum enjoyment no matter the conditions. It is a great honor to be able to step onto the field for such an important home game at Zozo Marine Stadium ground. Thank you for your support."