Fanatics Japan Original "SOUTHSIDE SAMURAI" Illustration T-Shirt Featuring MLB Chicago White Sox Japanese Duo Now Available!

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  • Fanatics Japan Original "SOUTHSIDE SAMURAI" Illustration T-Shirt Featuring MLB Chicago White Sox Japanese Duo Now Available!
  • Fanatics Japan has launched the original illustration T-shirt "SOUTHSIDE SAMURAI," depicting Japanese duo Munetaka Murakami and Riku Fu Nishida of the MLB Chicago White Sox. The T-shirt is available for a limited time on the official MLB online shop.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 12, 2026

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Fanatics Japan has launched the original illustration T-shirt "SOUTHSIDE SAMURAI," depicting Japanese duo Munetaka Murakami and Riku Fu Nishida of the MLB Chicago White Sox. The T-shirt is available for a limited time on the official MLB online shop.

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Fanatics Japan Original "SOUTHSIDE SAMURAI" Illustration T-Shirt Featuring MLB Chicago White Sox Japanese Duo Now Available! (June 12, 2026), PR Times
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PR Times
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June 12, 2026
Fanatics Japan has launched the original illustration T-shirt "SOUTHSIDE SAMURAI," depicting Japanese duo Munetaka Murakami and Riku Fu Nishida of the MLB Chicago White Sox. The T-shirt is available for a limited time on the official MLB online shop.

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  • 📰 Published: June 12, 2026 at 21:06
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Fanatics Japan LLC (Tokyo, Japan, Managing Director: Masanori Kawana), the Japanese subsidiary of Fanatics Inc., a leading global digital sports platform, today announced the launch of the "SOUTHSIDE SAMURAI" illustration T-shirt. This original design features the Japanese duo Munetaka Murakami, who is playing for the Chicago White Sox (hereinafter "White Sox") this season, and Riku Fu Nishida, who was recently promoted to MLB and played as a member of the White Sox. The T-shirt is available starting today, June 12th (Friday) at 12:00 PM JST, on the official MLB online shop (https://www.mlbshop.jp/ja/) (hereinafter "MLB SHOP").

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The illustration design focuses not only on their powerful plays and serious expressions during games but also on their characters, conveying their positive energy and approachability.

Please enjoy this original illustration collection from Fanatics Japan.

■ Sales Site

MLB SHOP (https://www.mlbshop.jp/)

*Please check the product page for delivery dates.

*We do not accept cancellations, returns, or exchanges due to customer convenience.

*Please note that delivery may be delayed in case of overwhelming orders, or if transportation is affected by weather or natural disasters.

■ Product Page

https://www.mlbshop.jp/ja/c-19691

■ Product Information

【Illustration T-Shirt】

Fanatics Chicago White Sox SOUTHSIDE SAMURAI Illustration T-Shirt

Sizes: S / M / L / XL / 2XL / 110 / 130 / 150

Designs: A, B
Price: 6,500 yen (tax included) / Kids 4,500 yen (tax included)

Design A

Design B

*Images are for illustrative purposes only.

*Please check each product page for details on sales methods and delivery times.

*All prices are tax-inclusive.

About Fanatics

【Fanatics Japan G.K.】

Headquarters: 45th Floor, Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower, 1-3-1 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Representative (Managing Director): Masanori Kawana

Business Activities: Established in 2018 as a base for Fanatics' business expansion throughout Asia. Fanatics Japan currently partners with 4 professional baseball teams, 6 J.League clubs, and 4 B.League clubs, offering player-worn uniforms, fan apparel, and various merchandise under its "Majestic" and "Fanatics" brands. Its strength lies in its unique business model "V-commerce" (a vertically integrated model for planning, manufacturing, and selling fan goods), which prioritizes maximizing fan satisfaction.

Company Website: https://fanaticsinc.com/japan

Careers Site: https://hrmos.co/pages/fanatics-japan/jobs

Official Note: https://note.com/fanatics_japan

Major League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are used with permission of Major League Baseball. Visit MLB.com.

FAQ

Who designed this T-shirt?

This is an original illustration T-shirt designed entirely by Fanatics Japan, featuring MLB Chicago White Sox players Munetaka Murakami and Riku Fu Nishida.

What is the relationship between Murakami and Nishida?

Both players belong to the MLB's Chicago White Sox and are playing as teammates from this season.

What are the characteristics of the T-shirt design?

The illustration design focuses not only on their powerful plays and serious expressions during games but also on their characters, conveying their positive energy and approachability.

What kind of company is Fanatics Japan?

It is the Japanese subsidiary of Fanatics Inc., with a strength in the "V-commerce" model for planning, manufacturing, and selling sports licensed goods.

How long will this T-shirt be on sale?

The end date for sales has not been specified at this time, but it is a limited edition sold on the official MLB online shop.