Saitama Seibu Lions' Takumi Kuriyama to release his first personal book 'Thanks a Million!' on October 30th

The first personal book by Saitama Seibu Lions' Takumi Kuriyama, titled "Thanks a Million!" (price 2,750 yen), will be released on Friday, October 30th.

This personal book is based on the main theme of "conveying many 'thank yous' to the fans = Thanks a Million!" from Takumi Kuriyama, who is retiring this season. Supervised by the editorial department of the magazine "JUNON," readers can enjoy portraits of Takumi Kuriyama in various outfits and with diverse expressions, such as in a splendid suit or The Lions blue knit.

It also includes an interview summarizing the thoughts and beliefs he has cultivated over his 25-year career as a player and his 43 years of life. There is also a talk project with Manaya Nishikawa, and "111 Questions and 111 Answers" where you can get to know his private side deeply. Furthermore, it features complete coverage of the day of his retirement game "PR1DE the FINAL" held on August 30th.

A release commemorative event where you can take a two-shot photo with Takumi Kuriyama on your smartphone has also been scheduled for Sunday, November 15th in Tokorozawa.

Orix Buffaloes to hold a special ceremonial first pitch by the Mayor of Osaka on September 5th

Orix Buffaloes announced that a special ceremonial first pitch by Osaka Mayor Hideyuki Yokoyama will be held at the Chiba Lotte Marines game to be held at Kyocera Dome Osaka on Saturday, September 5.

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