Baseball in Japanese Culture
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Re: Baseball in Japanese Culture
[ Author: gotigersredsox | Posted: May 1, 2010 7:59 PM
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Since no one has replied, will make some quick comments.
Although it's not the nicest stadium in Japan (as Fenway and Wrigley are not the nicest in America!), Koshien Stadium (home of the Hanshin Tigers) is probably the most famous landmark. Although the Giants are by far the most historically successful team in Japan, the Tokyo Dome is much less a landmark, considering its much shorter history. In addition to being the oldest stadium in Japan and home to one of the most popular teams, what makes Koshien a shrine for Japanese fans is it's also where the high school baseball tournament is held every spring and summer. Since you are a high school student (and baseball player) yourself, I highly recommend the DVD entitled "Koko Yakyu," which should be available on Amazon. It's a bit pricey for the length, but very well done.
Hope that's a little info to get you started.
Although it's not the nicest stadium in Japan (as Fenway and Wrigley are not the nicest in America!), Koshien Stadium (home of the Hanshin Tigers) is probably the most famous landmark. Although the Giants are by far the most historically successful team in Japan, the Tokyo Dome is much less a landmark, considering its much shorter history. In addition to being the oldest stadium in Japan and home to one of the most popular teams, what makes Koshien a shrine for Japanese fans is it's also where the high school baseball tournament is held every spring and summer. Since you are a high school student (and baseball player) yourself, I highly recommend the DVD entitled "Koko Yakyu," which should be available on Amazon. It's a bit pricey for the length, but very well done.
Hope that's a little info to get you started.
Re: Baseball in Japanese Culture
[ Author: Rocksfan | Posted: May 2, 2010 10:19 PM
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If you haven't already, I'd recommend you read Deanna Rubin's blog, particularly these posts.
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What I am wondering is if I were to actually go on a trip centered around Japanese baseball, which stadiums and their cities are the landmarks worth seeing (like Fenway or Wrigley?). Also, to what significance is the pro team to a city; are the fans just as fervent about their teams like they are here in America or even more so? I can research the back grounds of these teams more, but who are the top three year-in-and-year-out best teams?Thank you.