Kanagawa-born Singer Miyuki Kadomatsu Throws Ceremonial First Pitch at Memoire Sponsored Game on May 14, 2026: Yokohama DeNA Baystars vs. Chunichi Dragons

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.