Kanagawa-born Singer Miyuki Kadomatsu Throws Ceremonial First Pitch at Memoire Sponsored Game on May 14, 2026: Yokohama DeNA Baystars vs. Chunichi Dragons
Singer Miyuki Kadomatsu, a native of Kanagawa Prefecture, threw the ceremonial first pitch at a professional baseball game at her local Yokohama Stadium. This was part of a sponsored game by Memoire Group, for whom she appears in commercials, allowing her to appeal to her local fanbase ahead of her new song release.
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On May 14, 2026, at the professional baseball official game held at Yokohama Stadium between the Yokohama DeNA Baystars and the Chunichi Dragons, singer Miyuki Kadomatsu, a native of Kanagawa Prefecture, performed the ceremonial first pitch.
This game was held as a sponsored event by the Memoire Group, which operates ceremonial businesses mainly in the Kanagawa and Shizuoka areas. As part of the pre-game ceremony, Miyuki Kadomatsu, who currently appears in the company's TV commercials, took to the mound.
It was the first time for Kadomatsu to throw a first pitch. Dressed in a Yokohama DeNA Baystars uniform with the number "33" (her age), she nervously approached the mound. As a large crowd watched, she stared straight at the catcher's mitt with a serious expression and large eyes. With the signal to "play ball," the ball thrown from her bold form unfortunately didn't make it without a bounce, but it landed straight in the catcher's mitt after three bounces.
After the pitch, she received warm applause from the crowd, and Kadomatsu responded with a deep bow and a radiant smile, showcasing her vibrant presence to her local fans.
Kadomatsu's Comment:
"It feels like a dream and I'm so honored to have had the connection to stand on the mound at Yokohama Stadium in my home prefecture of Kanagawa. I put my feelings of gratitude into the ball. It was an unforgettable and wonderful experience in my singing career. I was determined to throw a strike, but in reality, it floated down to the ground like a paper airplane (tears).
The only thing I regret is not being able to throw it without a bounce, even though I practiced in the limited time I had. But just like with singing, I intended to throw a strike right down the middle with all my heart.
I want to use today's experience to strive in my singing career, aiming for the triple crown of the stage."
[Event Overview]
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Game: Yokohama DeNA Baystars vs. Chunichi Dragons
Venue: Yokohama Stadium
Content: Memoire Group Sponsored Game, Miyuki Kadomatsu First Pitch Ceremony
[Miyuki Kadomatsu Profile]
Birthplace: Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Date of Birth: March 24, 1993, currently 33 years old
(Career)
2019: Debuted from Nippon Columbia with "Michinoku Bokyouka."
2021: Won TV Tokyo's "THE Karaoke Battle" on her first appearance.
Selected for the 54th Japan Lyricist Awards.
2022: Japan Composer's Association Music Festival Encouragement Award.
2026: May 27, latest song "Sake, horohoro..." to be released.
This game was held as a sponsored event by the Memoire Group, which operates ceremonial businesses mainly in the Kanagawa and Shizuoka areas. As part of the pre-game ceremony, Miyuki Kadomatsu, who currently appears in the company's TV commercials, took to the mound.
It was the first time for Kadomatsu to throw a first pitch. Dressed in a Yokohama DeNA Baystars uniform with the number "33" (her age), she nervously approached the mound. As a large crowd watched, she stared straight at the catcher's mitt with a serious expression and large eyes. With the signal to "play ball," the ball thrown from her bold form unfortunately didn't make it without a bounce, but it landed straight in the catcher's mitt after three bounces.
After the pitch, she received warm applause from the crowd, and Kadomatsu responded with a deep bow and a radiant smile, showcasing her vibrant presence to her local fans.
Kadomatsu's Comment:
"It feels like a dream and I'm so honored to have had the connection to stand on the mound at Yokohama Stadium in my home prefecture of Kanagawa. I put my feelings of gratitude into the ball. It was an unforgettable and wonderful experience in my singing career. I was determined to throw a strike, but in reality, it floated down to the ground like a paper airplane (tears).
The only thing I regret is not being able to throw it without a bounce, even though I practiced in the limited time I had. But just like with singing, I intended to throw a strike right down the middle with all my heart.
I want to use today's experience to strive in my singing career, aiming for the triple crown of the stage."
[Event Overview]
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Game: Yokohama DeNA Baystars vs. Chunichi Dragons
Venue: Yokohama Stadium
Content: Memoire Group Sponsored Game, Miyuki Kadomatsu First Pitch Ceremony
[Miyuki Kadomatsu Profile]
Birthplace: Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Date of Birth: March 24, 1993, currently 33 years old
(Career)
2019: Debuted from Nippon Columbia with "Michinoku Bokyouka."
2021: Won TV Tokyo's "THE Karaoke Battle" on her first appearance.
Selected for the 54th Japan Lyricist Awards.
2022: Japan Composer's Association Music Festival Encouragement Award.
2026: May 27, latest song "Sake, horohoro..." to be released.