Japan was nicely represented at a current Los Angeles Dodgers sport, at which Yoshiki carried out “The Star-Spangled Banner” on “Hiya Kitty Evening.” On high of that, the X Japan chief was introduced with autographed jerseys by the group’s Japanese superstars Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
The sport happened final Tuesday (April sixteenth) however Yoshiki simply shared official video of his efficiency on Sunday (April twenty first). He carried out the nationwide anthem on his crystal clear grand piano (twice resulting from technical points), and he additionally performed the X Japan track “Infinite Rain.”
“It was an honor to speak with Ohtani and Yamamoto, who additionally stay in L.A.,” acknowledged Yoshiki. “I acquired signed uniforms from the 2 of them. As well as, I used to be stunned to obtain a uniform with my very own title on it from the Dodgers. After assembly athletes Ohtani and Yamamoto, I really feel grateful and impressed to tackle the world.”
He continued, “I’m comfortable that along with Hiya Kitty, [Yoshiki’s Sanrio character] yoshikitty additionally got here to Dodger Stadium. It was an incredible day. I didn’t anticipate that I might carry out the American Nationwide Anthem twice resulting from sound points. As quickly as I heard the loud applause after my efficiency, I used to be glad that I did my finest, together with the improvisation. It was price it to return again to L.A. regardless of the extraordinarily demanding schedule. Thanks to everybody.”
Along with being introduced with signed jerseys from Ohtani and Yamamoto, Yoshiki was given his personal customized Dodgers jersey with the quantity 44.
Watch Yoshiki carry out the Nationwide Anthem and “Infinite Rain” at Dodgers Stadium within the movies under.