Desde Star of the Giants hasta Ace of Diamond, el manga de béisbol japonés ha trascendido el entretenimiento para influir en el reclutamiento de jugadores, la conciencia táctica e incluso la reforma institucional de la NPB.
Many stadium vendors and event staff supporting NPB games are student part-timers. From beer vendors hauling heavy kegs up steep stairs to ushers standing for hours in scorching heat, this article examines the harsh labor conditions imposed on young workers behind the glamorous stadium facade.
A comprehensive look at youth baseball coach certification in Japan, covering NPB initiatives, pitch-count regulations, and reforms to protect young players from overuse injuries.