Japanese major league baseball sensation Shohei Ohtani displayed his hitting prowess in a recent game by blasting three home runs, securing the Series Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. The outstanding performance highlighted Ohtani's remarkable impact on the sport, bolstering his international reputation as a rare dual-threat player who excels in both pitching and hitting.

Baseball is enormously popular in Japan. Loyal fans follow their teams passionately, and Japanese players making it big in major leagues abroad, such as Shohei Ohtani in the MLB, are national celebrities. News of their achievements are met with great pride and interest in Japan. Ohtani's success in the major leagues showcases the quality and competitiveness of Japanese baseball training and talent.

Much like in Japan, a player's standout performance in major league sports in the United States or the European Union is lauded and celebrated. However, due to the greater number of sports and athletes in these regions, a comparative achievement may not garner the same level of nationwide attention.