Japan's professional baseball organization, the NPB (Nippon Professional Baseball), is considering the reintroduction of pitch clocks to their games. The pitch clock is a way to keep the pace of the game by limiting the time given to pitchers to deliver the ball. The move, primarily designed to speed up game duration, has been increasingly discussed among Japenese baseball circles. No official commitment or timeline has been provided yet.

Baseball is a beloved sport in Japan, and many fans appreciate the deep strategy, tense standoffs, and attention to detail. However, the duration of games has been a growing concern, leading to debates over the balance between tradition and modernization. The pitch clock rule, previously introduced but later abandoned, represents an intersection of these values in Japan's national pastime.

In the US, Major League Baseball (MLB) has also grappled with the issue of pace of play, and a pitch clock has been utilized in the minor leagues for years. However, it remains a highly controversial topic, with purists arguing it disturbs the spirit of the game, while proponents believe it's necessary for the modern audience.