[Home Run Level] A Compilation of Trivia & Fun Facts About Baseball

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
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I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”

In Japan, there’s never a shortage of baseball talk—whether it’s professional baseball, the Major Leagues, or the WBC! Every year, countless baseball fans can’t help but wonder which team will be crowned the best in Japan, who will win the home run title, and which player will pull off a miracle play.

In this article, we’ll introduce fun trivia and tidbits that will make you love baseball even more! We’ve gathered facts from various angles, including the history of baseball and the curiosities behind things you casually see while watching games.

Even if you don’t know much about baseball, you’ll find yourself thinking, “Oh, really? That’s cool!”—so be sure to check it out!

[Home-Run Level] A Collection of Trivia & Fun Facts About Baseball (21–30)

The official title of “Rokko Oroshi” is “The Hanshin Tigers Song.”

The official title of the Hanshin Tigers’ fight song “Rokko Oroshi” is “Hanshin Tigers no Uta” (The Hanshin Tigers’ Song).

Not only Hanshin Tigers fans, but many people in general are likely familiar with this song.

Because everyone calls it “Rokko Oroshi,” it’s easy to assume that’s the actual title.

The current title, “Hanshin Tigers no Uta,” was adopted when the team’s name changed from the Osaka Tigers to the Hanshin Tigers.

The composer was Yuji Koseki, who produced many famous songs in that era.

In a popularity poll of songs composed by Yuji Koseki conducted by Nippon Columbia, “Hanshin Tigers no Uta” ranked near the top.

Though it’s a classic with a long history, it’s clear that the song is still widely loved and cherished today.

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Nakajima Junko

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The baseball manager is wearing a uniform because there was a player-manager on the team.

In other sports, you often see coaches wearing suits or tracksuits, but in baseball, managers wear the same uniforms as the players.

Have you ever wondered why? As it turns out, there’s no rule that says a baseball manager must wear a uniform.

The custom developed because, in the past, many managers were also players.

Another advantage is that wearing a uniform allows the manager to enter the field, making it possible to interact with players and umpires.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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In conclusion

We’ve shared some trivia and fun facts about baseball—how did you like them? Some of you may know a lot about current players and teams, but perhaps the historical trivia and tidbits were new to you. Feel free to use these as conversation starters with fellow baseball fans!