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Typhoon No. 26 is forecast to approach Japan's Okinawa region by the 28th with 'very strong' intensity, according to Japan Weather Association forecaster Toru Fujikawa. Authorities are urging residents to prepare for high waves and other dangerous conditions as the storm nears.
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Hanshin move within a magic number of three of the Central League title ahead of their final series against Yomiuri, with manager Fujikawa declaring his side will fight as challengers. Giants interim coach Hashigami called the draw with Hanshin 'as good as a loss' after a frustrating finale. Elsewhere, Yakult's Murakami homered in a 5-0 win over Swallows, as the pennant race dominates Japanese sports coverage.
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Fujikawa Kyuji, the longtime Hanshin Tigers closer, is a trending name in Japan. Interest comes as the Tigers celebrate winning the Central League title, with anniversary sales underway at a department store in Osaka. Fans are recalling the club's championship era, in which Fujikawa played a central role as its star relief pitcher.
- 4Hanshin fans give standing ovation to retiring Yakult pitcher Ishikawa●甲子園の阪神ファンが総立ちで異例の「石川コール」引退表明のヤクルト・石川に敬意 藤川監督もベンチ前で拍手送る – デイリースポーツ https://www. yayafa.com/2899182/ # Sports # スポーツ
Yakult Swallows pitcher Ishikawa, who has announced his retirement, received an unusual tribute at Koshien Stadium: Hanshin Tigers fans, normally rivals, stood and chanted his name in a rare 'Ishikawa call' as a mark of respect. Hanshin manager Fujikawa also led applause from the bench. The cross-team gesture is being widely shared as a heartwarming moment in Japanese baseball.