Masahiro Tanaka Graces Cover & Lead Interview! 'Monthly Giants' July Issue on Sale from May 22

Hochi Shimbun (President: Tsuyoshi Hasegawa), the publisher of 'Sports Hochi,' will release the July 2026 issue of the Yomiuri Giants' official fan magazine, 'Monthly Giants,' starting Friday, May 22, at bookstores and online stores nationwide. The issue is an 88-page A4-size all-color magazine priced at 900 yen (tax included). The digital supplement has been renewed, with the first installment being a digital stand of rookie pitcher Kazuyuki Takemaru, commemorating the team's first-ever rookie opening-day win.

Masahiro Tanaka Discusses the Secret Behind His Success Pitcher Masahiro Tanaka, in his second year with the team, makes his first appearance on both the cover and the lead interview. He shares his thoughts on the current season, showing strong form after overcoming a difficult period. Teammates also weigh in on what makes him great under the theme 'What's amazing about Ma-kun!' In the 'Direct Coach Interview' series, third-team manager Yushi Aida speaks passionately about developing players with unique talents. The popular relay interview features Daiki Masuda and Dai Yuasa in a relaxed talk, while the 'G RESEARCH' column reveals players' favorite yakitori choices.

'Zekkocho' Kiyoshi Nakahara Appears! The 'Ano Koro Ano Toki' series, reflecting on the magazine's 50th anniversary, features its third installment with Kiyoshi Nakahara, chairman of the Giants OB association. The 'Mr. Perfect Form' of the 1980s looks back on his playing days. Editorial designer Toshiaki Uchida, who has designed the magazine for 20 years, also shares his memories. Other highlights include artist Genki Iwahashi visiting an indoor baseball facility, Shota Gogami of 'Junretsu' in a dialogue with Hisanori Takahashi, and actor Riku Onishi talking with announcer Hiroyuki Adegawa. The issue also includes a pin-up poster featuring rookie players and a commemorative June calendar for Hayato Sakamoto's 10th-place all-time career hits record.

Publication Overview Title: Monthly Giants July 2026 Issue Release Date: Friday, May 22, 2026 Price: 900 yen (tax included) Publisher: Hochi Shimbun Specifications: A4 size, 88 pages, all-color Sales Outlets: Nationwide bookstores, major online stores, YC (Yomiuri Shimbun sales offices), etc.