Japanese baseball sensation Shohei Ohtani has once again made waves in the baseball scene as he hits 40 home runs for the third year in a row. This significant feat was achieved during the latest league game. Ohtani's performance has not only cemented his place among the world's top baseball players but also has invigorated the sport's popularity worldwide, especially in his home country of Japan.

Baseball is considered a national pastime in Japan and has a large fan base. The achievements of players like Shohei Ohtani, especially those who succeed in major overseas leagues such as the MLB, carry significant weight and are closely followed by many. Japanese audiences tend to value perseverance, consistency, and humility in their athletes - qualities that are seen in Ohtani's achievement.

Baseball also holds a high level of popularity in the US. However, the frequency of achieving 40-home run seasons is fairly rare even among elite players, indicating the impressive nature of Ohtani’s accomplishment. There is also a large fan base and media coverage for such achievements in the US, much like in Japan.