Hanshin Tigers' Koji Chikamoto makes a special appearance from spring training in Okinawa! Discussing his unique baseball techniques and his first-ever book! Guest appearance on the Audible original podcast 'Amane Radio' (Available March 27)

Koji Chikamoto of the Hanshin Tigers joins the Audible original podcast 'Amane Radio', a show featuring top runners from various fields as guests!

This special episode was recorded in Okinawa during spring training. Chikamoto reflects, saying, "Because I played baseball, I was able to see my next path." He discusses his unique 'Chikamoto-style' thinking process—which emphasizes a cycle of "Input (Assumption) → Approach (Alignment) → Output (Circulation)"—as well as the behind-the-scenes story of writing his first book, 'I Live Between White and Black.'

Content Introduction

Joining from Okinawa during the middle of spring training, Hanshin Tigers' Koji Chikamoto reflects on his journey. Although he felt that becoming a professional baseball player was "impossible" when he was in elementary school, he notes that by continuing to play, he was able to "see his next path."

Regarding his daily play, he emphasizes the importance of a cycle of thinking where he doesn't just finish after an output, but immediately turns it into the next input, revealing his commitment to constantly updating himself through every game and at-bat.

He also shares the story behind his first book, 'I Live Between White and Black' (released March 25). The book is so packed with his philosophy that his editor describes it as "a business book, if one had to label it."

Don't miss this 60-minute episode where he discusses his unique baseball techniques and reveals his personality off the field!