The Hanshin Tigers are a professional baseball team based in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, and are one of the most popular and beloved teams in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Known for their passionate and dedicated fanbase, often referred to as "Tora-kichi" (Tiger fanatics), the Tigers have a history dating back to 1935. Despite their fervent support, the team has faced periods of drought, most notably a long championship drought between 1985 and 2023, which made their recent victory all the more celebrated. The Tigers play their home games at the historic Koshien Stadium, a venue revered by baseball fans across Japan.
