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Hello Kitty Throws the First Pitch on Specially Themed Night at Dodger Stadium
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Hello Kitty Throws the First Pitch on Specially Themed Night at Dodger Stadium
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On Tuesday, April 16, Hello Kitty made a special appearance at Dodger Stadium, home of Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Dodgers.
It was "Hello Kitty Night." Celebrating, the beloved Sanrio character took to the mound for the ceremonial first pitch. Wearing a Dodgers number 74 uniform, she threw the ball with a shotput-like style as she aimed for pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto's glove.
The ball bounced three times before neatly landing in Yamamoto's glove. That prompted loud cheers from the stands.
The Dodgers went on to play the Washington Nationals, winning 6-2 on the Hello Kitty-themed night.
Meanwhile, Hello Kitty accepted help from music legend Yoshiki for the evening's entertainment and stood by as the influential musician received a standing ovation for his performance. Yoshiki is also an important supporter of Hello Kitty as he created her 50th Anniversary global theme song.
The Dodgers, led by Okinawan-born manager Dave Roberts, are considered one of the favorites to win the 2024 World Series. Superstar Shohei Ohtani's team will hold its second Hello Kitty Night of the season on August 19 against the Seattle Mariners. (The team's full promotional schedule for the season is posted on MLB's official website.)
Source：Hello Kitty Throws the First Pitch on Specially Themed Night at Dodger Stadium
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Key phrases and vocabulary
Directions: First repeat after your tutor and then read aloud by yourself.
1. make an appearance （イベントなどに）姿を現す・顔を出す・出演する
The Japanese singer made an appearance on the most popular talk show in the U.S.
2. beloved 人々に愛されている・親しまれている
The small town's beloved mayor passed away last night.
3. prompt 引き起こす、促す、駆り立てる、刺激する、刺激・促進、即座の、迅速な、時間に正確な
His unusual behavior prompted concern among his family members.
4. meanwhile その一方で、それと同時に、そのころ、（次の出来事が起こる）それまでの間に
John is waiting for the bus. Meanwhile, his sister is already at school.
5. favorite 優勝候補、本命、お気に入り、お気に入りの・大好きな
She is the strong favorite to become the next CEO of the company.
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Questions
Directions: Read the questions aloud and answer them.
1. How did Hello Kitty throw the ceremonial first pitch?
2. Who assisted Hello Kitty for the evening's entertainment, and why is he important to her?
3. Are there any memorable ceremonial first pitches at baseball games or musical performances at sports events?
4. If you were to choose characters or celebrities for an important sports event, who would you like to see there?
5. How do you feel about popular characters or celebrities making appearances at sports events?
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ハローキティがドジャース本拠地で始球式 捕手役は山本由伸
サンリオの人気キャラクター「ハローキティ」が４月１６日、米大リーグ、ロサンゼルス・ドジャースの本拠地「ドジャースタジアム」に登場した。
この日のナショナルズ戦は「ハローキティ・ナイト」と題して開催され、背番号「７４」のドジャースのユニホーム姿でマウンドに上がると、若干砲丸投げに似た投球フォームで捕手役の山本由伸投手のグラブをめがけて投げ込んだ。
ボールはスリーバウンド。山本投手のグラブに収まるとスタンドからは大きな歓声が上がった。
試合前の米国国歌は親友のＹＯＳＨＩＫＩさんがピアノで生演奏。
グラウンド上で共にマイク持ち、アナウンスも行った。
出典：ハローキティがドジャース本拠地で始球式 捕手役は山本由伸
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本教材は、一般社団法人ジャパンフォワード推進機構、株式会社産経デジタルより許諾を得て、産経ヒューマンラーニング株式会社が編集しています。テキストの無断転載・無断使用を固く禁じます。
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Hello Kitty Throws the First Pitch on Specially Themed Night at Dodger Stadium
On Tuesday, April 16, Hello Kitty made a special appearance at Dodger Stadium, home of Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Dodgers.
It was "Hello Kitty Night." Celebrating, the beloved Sanrio character took to the mound for the ceremonial first pitch. Wearing a Dodgers number 74 uniform, she threw the ball with a shotput-like style as she aimed for pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto's glove.
The ball bounced three times before neatly landing in Yamamoto's glove. That prompted loud cheers from the stands.
The Dodgers went on to play the Washington Nationals, winning 6-2 on the Hello Kitty-themed night.
Meanwhile, Hello Kitty accepted help from music legend Yoshiki for the evening's entertainment and stood by as the influential musician received a standing ovation for his performance. Yoshiki is also an important supporter of Hello Kitty as he created her 50th Anniversary global theme song.
The Dodgers, led by Okinawan-born manager Dave Roberts, are considered one of the favorites to win the 2024 World Series. Superstar Shohei Ohtani's team will hold its second Hello Kitty Night of the season on August 19 against the Seattle Mariners. (The team's full promotional schedule for the season is posted on MLB's official website.)
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Key phrases and vocabulary
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ハローキティがドジャース本拠地で始球式 捕手役は山本由伸
サンリオの人気キャラクター「ハローキティ」が４月１６日、米大リーグ、ロサンゼルス・ドジャースの本拠地「ドジャースタジアム」に登場した。
この日のナショナルズ戦は「ハローキティ・ナイト」と題して開催され、背番号「７４」のドジャースのユニホーム姿でマウンドに上がると、若干砲丸投げに似た投球フォームで捕手役の山本由伸投手のグラブをめがけて投げ込んだ。
ボールはスリーバウンド。山本投手のグラブに収まるとスタンドからは大きな歓声が上がった。
試合前の米国国歌は親友のＹＯＳＨＩＫＩさんがピアノで生演奏。
グラウンド上で共にマイク持ち、アナウンスも行った。
出典：ハローキティがドジャース本拠地で始球式 捕手役は山本由伸
JAPAN Forward
本教材は、一般社団法人ジャパンフォワード推進機構、株式会社産経デジタルより許諾を得て、産経ヒューマンラーニング株式会社が編集しています。テキストの無断転載・無断使用を固く禁じます。
サンリオの人気キャラクター「ハローキティ」が４月１６日、米大リーグ、ロサンゼルス・ドジャースの本拠地「ドジャースタジアム」に登場した。
この日のナショナルズ戦は「ハローキティ・ナイト」と題して開催され、背番号「７４」のドジャースのユニホーム姿でマウンドに上がると、若干砲丸投げに似た投球フォームで捕手役の山本由伸投手のグラブをめがけて投げ込んだ。
ボールはスリーバウンド。山本投手のグラブに収まるとスタンドからは大きな歓声が上がった。
試合前の米国国歌は親友のＹＯＳＨＩＫＩさんがピアノで生演奏。
グラウンド上で共にマイク持ち、アナウンスも行った。
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