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Premium Talk Show Featuring Hanshin Tigers Legends

On September 23, 2026, the prestigious Tokyu Excel Hotel in Kichijoji, Musashino City, Tokyo, will host a one-day-only premium talk show featuring former Hanshin Tigers stars, Toritani Takashi and Nohmi Atsushi. As the baseball season draws to a thrilling conclusion and fans anticipate the Climax Series and Japan Series, this event aims to elevate the excitement felt by baseball enthusiasts.

At this unique event, attendees can look forward to engaging insights from Toritani and Nohmi, who, post-retirement, continue to contribute to baseball in diverse roles. Their chemistry, grounded in years of friendship and camaraderie, promises a delightful experience.

Event Details:

The talk show will unfold in two segments. The first part centers on cross-talk, where the two legends will reminisce about their playing days, discuss memorable games, and provide insights into the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) and the current season's highlights. The second segment will involve a Q&A session where audience questions collected in advance will be answered. Additionally, there will be a fun janken (rock-paper-scissors) tournament with prizes available for attendees, further encouraging a communal atmosphere of enjoyment.

To enhance the experience, exclusive meet-and-greet tickets will be available for purchase. The options include:
1. Personal item signing and a two-shot photo with Toritani for 14,000 yen (limited to 40 participants).
2. Autographed baseball handover and two-shot photo with Toritani for 8,000 yen (limited to 50 participants).
3. Personal item signing and a two-shot photo with Nohmi for 12,000 yen (limited to 40 participants).
4. Autographed baseball handover and two-shot photo with Nohmi for 7,000 yen (limited to 50 participants).

Photography will be allowed using your camera or smartphone, and a staff member will assist in capturing these moments.

Schedule:

• - 1:00 PM: Meet-and-greet (Personal item signing + Two-shot photos)
• - 2:30 PM: Talk Show Part One
• - 3:10 PM: Break
• - 3:20 PM: Talk Show Part Two
• - 4:15 PM: Meet-and-greet (Autographed baseball + Two-shot photos)

Ticketing Information:

Tickets will be available for reservation starting from August 8, 2026, at 10 AM on Live Pocket. Please note that tickets purchased solely for the meet-and-greet will not grant access to the talk show, thus requiring the purchase of seating tickets.

Seating Ticket Prices:

• - S Seat: 12,000 yen (First 1-2 rows guaranteed)
• - A Seat: 8,000 yen

Featured Guests:

• - Toritani Takashi

Toritani joined the Hanshin Tigers in 2004, showcasing exceptional defense and clutch hitting throughout his career. He was awarded Best Nine six times and Golden Glove five times. After retiring in 2021, he has been involved in baseball commentary and supports athletes’ second careers.

• - Nohmi Atsushi

Nohmi signed with the Hanshin Tigers in 2005, serving as the team's ace left-handed pitcher. He earned the title for most strikeouts and became a prominent pitcher in the league. Post-retirement in 2021, he became a pitching coach for the Orix Buffaloes and is currently a coach for the Samurai Japan national team.

• - MC Tsuda Marina

A former member of SDN48, she has transitioned into a successful career as a talent, hosting programs on television and radio. Marina is also recognized as a devoted Hanshin Tigers fan.

Venue Information:

Location:
Tokyu Excel Hotel, 8th-floor Ambassador Room, 2-4-14 Honcho, Kichijoji, Musashino City, Tokyo.

• - Access: An 8-minute walk from Kichijoji Station (JR Chuo Line and Keio Inokashira Line) North Exit.
• - By Car: 15 minutes from the Takaiido ramp of the Metropolitan Expressway.

In a season brimming with excitement, this one-day premium talk show featuring Toritani and Nohmi is an event not to be missed. Experience firsthand the stories and insights from two legends of Japanese baseball as fans unite in celebration of the sport.