Yumiko Udo discusses Hanshin Tigers success on MBS program

Freelance announcer Yumiko Udo participated in the recording of the MBS spin-off program, ‘Hanshin Fan to Tsudou ~ Yumiko Udo no Moko Shokudo’, following a series of victories by the Hanshin Tigers. The recording took place shortly after the Tigers secured a three-game sweep against the Giants at Koshien Stadium.

During a press briefing, Udo discussed the program's atmosphere, noting the presence of guests including actor Shinichi Tsutsumi and former world number one badminton player Kento Momota. Udo shared her observations on the guests' enthusiasm for the Tigers and reflected on the changing culture of fan behavior.

Addressing the importance of compliance and public image, Udo noted that the program provided non-alcoholic beverages to prevent rowdy behavior. She encouraged Hanshin fans to adopt a more ‘adult’ way of celebrating the team's potential championship to avoid negative stereotypes often associated with the fanbase.