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On August 16, photographer Munehiro Saito will join us to talk about the appeal of Jingu Stadium and the joys of watching baseball games at the stadium.
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The charm of Jingu Stadium is “serenity”
Celeina (MC): Today, I would like to welcome photographer Munehiro Saito. Please give him my best regards.
Takano (MC): Nice to meet you.
Celeina: Mr. Saito, you are wearing a Swallows uniform.
Saito：This is Tetsuto Yamada’s uniform when he was still number 23.
Celeina: So it is a rare uniform.
Saito：I wonder if it is rare.
Celeina: Mr. Saito, you are from Yamagata, so I would like to ask you how you became a Swallows fan.
Saito： I used to watch Swallows games during Nomura’s time as manager, and when I moved to Tokyo and visited Jingu Stadium, I was attracted by the atmosphere. I have been a fan ever since.
Celeina: Is that because it is Jingu Stadium?
Saito: Yes, I think it was because of Jingu Stadium.
Takano: I guess Jingu Stadium has its own unique charm?
Saito：Yes, Jingu Stadium is very calm. It’s hard to find a ballpark in the heart of the city that is so peaceful and has such a good mood.
Takano: There is a bit of greenery and the sky is open.
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Because I am a fan, I cheer for the team according to its condition.
Celeina: What do you think is the appeal of the Yakult Swallows?
Saito：This may overlap with the reason why I became a fan, but I think it’s their mild, easy-going, friendly, and cheerful nature.
Celeina: The guests we have had on the program this week have also said that the Yakult Swallows have a gentle atmosphere.
Takano: Yes, and also that they are at home.
Saito: That’s right.
Celeina：That word was there too.
Saito： For me, I am attracted to the homey feeling.
Celeina： I see. How are you watching the Yakult Swallows this season?
Saito: I am enjoying watching them. As for another voice, I am watching with the hope that they will make it to the top.
Celeina: So the important thing is not whether they are strong or weak.
Saito:Yes, it is. I think there are times when a team is in good shape and times when they are in bad shape. So, as a fan, I think there is a way to cheer for the team from time to time, and I enjoy it.
Takano: Who is your personal favorite player? Is it Tetsuto Yamada?
Saito: I’d like to say “Tetsuto Yamada”, but I’d have to say Murakami. I think he is already a key player, and without him, the team would not be able to do what it does.
Celeina: What are the highlights of this three-game series of the DeNA BayStars?
Saito: I’m sure everyone has their own highlights, but personally, I would say Shiomi and Yamada, who are back from injuries. Also, it is the time of year when fireworks go off, so I think children who come to the stadium will be able to see the fireworks and enjoy it in a different way.
