The following is the upcoming schedule for Samurai Japan, with all times listed in local time. Additional events may be added.
Top: Samurai Japan Series 2026 Miyazaki – Japan vs. SoftBank, February 22-23 at Hinata Sun Marine Stadium Miyazaki
Top: Samurai Japan Series 2026 Nagoya – Japan vs. Chunichi, February 27-28 at Vantelin Dome Nagoya
Top: 2026 World Baseball Classic – March 5-18 at Tokyo Dome and other venues
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[Hiroshima] Shunsuke Tamura is set to be promoted to the top team for the first time this season, joining from May 12. He approaches it with a “last chance” mindset, hitting over .300 in the minors with a six-game hitting streak. – Sports Hochi
“Almost no interviews” – Why has Ryutaro Umeno, with sharply reduced playing time for Hanshin and his first career Opening Day in the minors, shown no sign of frustration? The 34-year-old’s attitude surprises reporters. – Number Web
Is the “sophomore slump” outdated? A new norm where young stars no longer struggle. – Daily Shincho
WBC excitement drives Taiwanese professional baseball into the “10,000-spectator era.” What are the goals after 37 years? – Full-Count
SoftBank’s Moinelo to make his first game appearance in Japan since returning, pitching in a third-team game. Coach Kurano: “We’ll see how much he can throw in a game.” – Nishispo WEB OTTO!
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