Rakuten Eagles: Mieharu to Throw First Pitch at "Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day" on May 23rd (Sat)

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  • Rakuten Eagles: Mieharu to Throw First Pitch at "Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day" on May 23rd (Sat)
  • TV personality Mieharu, who has publicly shared his experience with hypopharyngeal cancer, will throw the ceremonial first pitch at the "Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day" game against the Chiba Lotte Marines on May 23rd (Saturday). His participation aims to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and treatment of head and neck cancer.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: May 20, 2026

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TV personality Mieharu, who has publicly shared his experience with hypopharyngeal cancer, will throw the ceremonial first pitch at the "Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day" game against the Chiba Lotte Marines on May 23rd (Saturday). His participation aims to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and treatment of head and neck cancer.

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Rakuten Eagles: Mieharu to Throw First Pitch at "Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day" on May 23rd (Sat) (May 20, 2026), PR Times
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PR Times
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May 20, 2026
TV personality Mieharu, who has publicly shared his experience with hypopharyngeal cancer, will throw the ceremonial first pitch at the "Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day" game against the Chiba Lotte Marines on May 23rd (Saturday). His participation aims to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and treatment of head and neck cancer.
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  • 📰 Published: May 20, 2026 at 22:00
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Rakuten Baseball, Inc. announced that TV personality Mieharu will throw the ceremonial first pitch at the "Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day" game against the Chiba Lotte Marines on Saturday, May 23rd. Mieharu has publicly shared his experience with hypopharyngeal cancer, a type of head and neck cancer. He was diagnosed with stage 4 two years ago but is now living a healthy life thanks to advances in cancer treatment and support from many people. He decided to participate to show his healthy self and emphasize that while treatments have advanced, early detection is crucial. He hopes this event will encourage people to get screened for head and neck cancer, which can be easily checked by an ENT specialist. Mieharu expressed joy at being able to throw the first pitch on the mound where he has cheered for the Eagles many times.

FAQ

Which celebrity will throw the first pitch at the Rakuten Eagles game on May 23rd, 2024?

TV personality Mieharu will throw the ceremonial first pitch at the Rakuten Eagles game on May 23rd.

What is the name of the event hosted by Rakuten Eagles on May 23rd featuring Mieharu?

The event is called 'Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day' hosted by Rakuten Eagles on May 23rd.

Which baseball team will the Rakuten Eagles play against on May 23rd during the special event?

The Rakuten Eagles will play against the Chiba Lotte Marines on May 23rd during the special event.

Why is Mieharu participating in the Rakuten Medical Head and Neck Cancer Overcoming Day on May 23rd?

Mieharu is participating to raise awareness about early detection and treatment of head and neck cancer.

What type of cancer has Mieharu publicly shared his experience with before the May 23rd event?

Mieharu has publicly shared his experience with hypopharyngeal cancer before the May 23rd event.

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