Hanshin Tigers Aim for First-Ever Central League Title Repeat! Legend Nori Aoki Speaks Candidly on 'Challenges to Victory' in Live Talk with Chihiro Kawakami and Karin Kojima

Hanshin Tigers legend Nori Aoki will host a special talk live event on September 5, 2026 (Saturday), at Amashin Alcaic Hall Oct in Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, speaking candidly about the 2026 season and the team's pursuit of a historic achievement.

During this event, Aoki—who played a central role in supporting the Hanshin Tigers for many years—will reflect on the team’s current season performance and provide a deep, personal analysis of the 'challenges to winning' and 'conditions for victory' as the team aims for its first-ever back-to-back Central League championship.

The talk will also feature Chihiro Kawakami and Karin Kojima, both well-known Hanshin Tigers fans. Together with Aoki, they will discuss the team from multiple perspectives: former player, passionate fan, and entertainer.

A Unique Talk Only Possible with 'Aoki × Chihikoji'

This live talk brings together Nori Aoki, a legendary figure who has experienced countless battles in the Hanshin Tigers lineup, with Chihiro Kawakami, a devoted fan, and Karin Kojima, who frequently appears in team events.

Combining Aoki’s professional insights with fan-driven questions from Kawakami and Kojima, the event will deliver exclusive content not typically heard on regular sports commentary or TV programs.

Particular attention will focus on the 2026 season, as the Hanshin Tigers aim for their first-ever consecutive Central League titles.

Topics such as:

'What does the current Hanshin team truly need?' 'What are the essential conditions for achieving a repeat championship?' 'Who will be the key player in the final stretch of the season?'

—will be directly addressed to Nori Aoki, answering the questions fans care about most.

'Honest Tiger Talk' Not Covered in the Media

One of the major highlights of this event is Aoki’s 'Honest Tiger Talk.'

Having led the team as a core player during his active career and now analyzing professional baseball as a commentator, Aoki offers unique, in-depth perspectives on the team’s challenges and winning conditions.

Through questions from Kawakami and Kojima, the audience will also gain insight into Aoki’s lesser-known thoughts and deep emotional connection to the Hanshin Tigers.

Attendees can look forward to special, on-site-only content that can only be experienced by being present.

Exclusive On-Site Content: A Talk You Can Only Hear Live

This event will include exclusive segments only available to those attending in person—content not shared on social media or online platforms.

It’s a rare opportunity for fans to hear behind-the-scenes discussions and candid remarks directly from the stage.

This talk live is designed for Hanshin Tigers fans, Nori Aoki supporters, fans of Chihiro Kawakami and Karin Kojima, and all baseball enthusiasts.

Event Overview

【Event Title】 Hanshin Tigers’ First-Ever Title Repeat! Nori Aoki Candidly Discusses the Challenges to Victory and Conditions for Success! In-Depth Discussion with Chihiro Kawakami and Karin Kojima ★Hanshin Tigers Full Support TALK LIVE★

【Date & Time】 September 5, 2026 (Saturday) Doors Open: 18:30 | Start: 19:00

【Venue】 Amashin Alcaic Hall Oct 1-9-1 Showa-dori, Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture

【Featured Guests】 Nori Aoki (Former Hanshin Tigers Player, Baseball Commentator) Chihiro Kawakami Karin Kojima

【MC】 Kazuki Ohmae, Announcer

【Ticket Prices】 SS Seat: ¥13,200 (tax included) ※ Guaranteed front 3 rows

S Seat: ¥9,900 (tax included)

A Seat: ¥7,700 (tax included)

※ All seats reserved ※ Seat assignment at organizer’s discretion ※ First-come, first-served

【Ticket Sales】 Available at the Event Professional Baseball Official Shop

【Event Sales Page URL】

https://event89.base.shop/

【Sales Period】 Until September 4, 2026 (Friday) 20:00

Recommended For:

- Die-hard Hanshin Tigers fans - Fans of Nori Aoki - Fans of Chihiro Kawakami and Karin Kojima - Those eager to discuss the 2026 Hanshin Tigers season - Anyone interested in the team’s challenges and key players for a title repeat - Those who want to enjoy baseball talk you can’t hear anywhere else

Organizer’s Message

In the 2026 season, the Hanshin Tigers are striving for their first-ever back-to-back Central League championship, fighting fiercely on the field.

At this pivotal moment, we are honored to have Nori Aoki—someone who deeply understands the team—speak candidly about the challenges to victory and the conditions for success.

Through cross-talk with passionate fans Chihiro Kawakami and Karin Kojima, we aim to deliver a Hanshin Tigers talk experience unlike any before.

Exclusive on-site content will also be featured, so we invite you to experience the unique chemistry of 'Aoki × Chihikoji' live in person.

Contact

EPB (Event Professional Baseball) Operations Office Email: [email protected]