Have you ever had a childhood memory come to life? That happened to me today. I remember a movie in the 90’s “Mr. Baseball” about a professional baseball player sent to Japan to play staring Tom Selleck. I remember from the movies the fans in the stands playing their trumpets, shouting in unison and the various concession workers walking around. What I thought was just a movie was pretty accurate. I had a wonderful time watching the last baseball game of the season between the Tokyo Giants and the Yokohama BayStars. The game was face-paced but it was the fans that brought the stadium to life. I don’t think there’s a comparable atmosphere at any sports arena in the states. Each player had their own unique chant, the instruments were blaring, and the crowd erupted which each hit. It was truly electrifying. Seeing the Giants win was the highlight. I won’t soon forget this game and I look forward to watching more games in person next time I travel to Japan.
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