Japanese baseball sensation Shohei Ohtani is off to a fantastic start in the current Major League Baseball season. Ohtani, a key player for the Los Angeles Angels, hit two home runs in a single game, setting what he describes as 'the best start'. The news hails his remarkable athletic prowess and highlights the positive impact he's having on his team.

Baseball is tremendously popular in Japan and Japanese baseball players who succeed in the Major League Baseball often become national heroes. They are seen as representatives of Japan's sporting talent on the global stage. Shohei Ohtani's success particularly strikes a chord as he is one of the few who excels as both a pitcher and hitter.

In the U.S., athletes who break records or have standout performances are frequently highlighted in the media. Ohtani's accomplishment, as a non-American player in the MLB, adds an additional layer of interest and coverage. There is a comparable level of admiration and support for such accomplished athletes in both nations.