New Talk Show Featuring Baseball Legends Launches on NicoNico Channel Plus

New Baseball Legends Talk Show on NicoNico Channel Plus

A new online show titled "Legends of Pro Baseball Behind the Scenes" has recently launched on NicoNico Channel Plus, operated by Dwango Co., Ltd. The channel debuted on July 23 at 12:30 PM (JST) and is set to deliver unique insights and entertaining stories from renowned players in professional baseball.

To celebrate the launch, live broadcasts featuring celebrated baseball legends Hirotaka Ishige and Ken Suzuki are scheduled for August 2 and 3, respectively. Ishige will appear on August 2 at 12:30 PM, followed by Suzuki on August 3 at the same time. Both sessions promise to be filled with engaging discussions about their shared experiences in the sports world.

The show will feature six distinguished figures from the baseball community: Hirotaka Ishige, Kazuhiko Endo, Iku Okazaki, Kazunori Shinozuka, Ken Suzuki, and Masaki Saito. Each episodewill delve into their unforgettable memories, emphasizing anecdotes from various periods including their time as players, coaches, and scouts. Viewers will be treated to insightful analyses of memorable games and pivotal moments in baseball history, along with expert advice aimed at helping players enhance their skills.

The live streams will continue after the initial broadcasts, again scheduled predominantly for weekends. Additionally, for fans eager to engage directly with the legends, a talk show combined with studio attendance will allow participants to connect with the players, with perks including signed memorabilia and opportunities for photographs.

Details of Initial Live Broadcasts:

- August 2: Hirotaka Ishige

- August 3: Ken Suzuki

- Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM (approx.)
- Watch live: Link to Broadcast
- Available Plans: Legend Membership, First Division Membership, Regular Membership, Light Membership
- Note: The first segment is available for free viewing.

For fans wanting to submit questions or messages for the live events, those signed up under the Legend Membership can send them via a dedicated form after logging in, while others can use a general submission form here.

Upcoming Schedule

Further broadcasts are planned for August and September:

- August 9: Kazuhiko Endo
- August 10: Hirotaka Ishige
- August 30: Ken Suzuki
- September 6: Kazunori Shinozuka
- September 20: Kazuhiko Endo
- September 27: Hirotaka Ishige

Studio Attendance Details:
Tickets are priced at ¥15,000 (tax included) and are limited to 20 attendees per session. Attendees will receive signed memorabilia and have the chance for a photo with their favorite baseball legends. Here are some of the upcoming studio attendance events:

- August 9: Colony#15 Takadanobaba
- August 10: GUNKAN Higashi-Shinjuku
- August 30: Colony#15 Takadanobaba
- September 6: GUNKAN Higashi-Shinjuku
- September 20: Colony#15 Takadanobaba
- September 27: Colony#15 Takadanobaba

Talk Show Details

Various ticket options are available, with prices ranging from ¥10,000 to ¥15,000 depending on seating, and benefits vary accordingly.

Ticket Sale Schedule:

- Legend Membership Pre-Sale: July 25 – August 3
- First Division Membership Pre-Sale: July 27 – August 3
- Regular Membership Pre-Sale: August 1 – August 3
- General Sales Begin: August 4

Tickets will only be sold on a first-come, first-served basis and may be sold out prior to the end of the pre-sale period.

NicoNico Channel Plus - Show Overview:**
This platform allows organizations and individuals to establish dedicated channels where they can deliver video streaming, live broadcasts, and exclusive blog content for subscribers. Live broadcasts also enable real-time viewer interactions with overlay comments, enhancing viewer engagement.

Stay tuned for more information on upcoming events and discussions with these legendary players as they share their rich histories and experiences within the realm of baseball!