“The God of Japanese Cuisine, Mr. Rokusaburo Dojo, and the World Home Run King, Mr. Sadaharu Oh, have a first conversation!” Monthly magazine “Chichi” 46th anniversary campaign ends on September 20th! *Chichi Publishing Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 13, 2024
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“The God of Japanese Cuisine, Mr. Rokusaburo Dojo, and the World Home Run King, Mr. Sadaharu Oh, have a first conversation!” Monthly magazine “Chichi” 46th anniversary campaign ends on September 20th! *Comprehensive monthly magazine No. 1 in number of subscribers* October 2024 issue of monthly magazine “Chichi” celebrating its 46th anniversary will be released*
Both of them are loyal readers of “Chichi”, and Mr. Wang was moved by the May 2024 issue of “Chichi” in which Mr. Dojo appeared, which led to this conversation.
*Cooking and baseball: Learn from two top-notch professionals who have continued to pursue their respective paths*
Chichi Publishing Co., Ltd. (location: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, CEO: Hideaki Fujio), which publishes the general monthly magazine “Chichi”, which was first published in 1973 and introduces the experiences of masters and professionals who are leading the way in various fields, is 9 On April 1st, the October issue, commemorating the 46th anniversary of its founding, was published.
“Chichi” publishes each issue with a special theme of words from the past and present, East and West.
* “There is no way that will make me more alive than this path. I will walk this path.” *
The special theme of this issue is a literary figure who was active during the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa periods and wrote over 7,000 works during his lifetime.
These words were left on colored paper by Saneatsu Mushakoji. “There is no other path for me than to live as a writer, I just need to deepen this path, and even though I am not very skilled, I will continue to explore my own way of life.” These are the thoughts that are expressed in this work. In this issue, we introduce people who embody these words, including Rokusaburo Dojo (age 93), the god of Japanese cuisine who says, “Even at 93 years old, he still enjoys golf and cooking,” and Sadaharu Oh (age 84), the world’s home run king. Many characters appear.
* “How people become successful” “The key to winning games” “Knowledge for dealing with adversity” *
A conversation between the two, who have honed their minds, skills, and bodies since their youth and achieved extraordinary results, and who are still active on the front lines while guiding younger generations with their experience, and who have a strong presence as legends in the industry, can be found in this magazine’s 46 This is the first time in the history of this year. “How do people become successful?” “The key to winning a game” “How to deal with adversity”…You’ll be captivated by the breathtaking humanistic discussions that can only be had between people who have mastered the art.
* ~Part of the interview memo is specially released in this release* * Sadaharu Oh talks about Shohei Otani’s “secret of success” * I would like to introduce an episode that is not included in this magazine. When asked the world’s home run king, who has hit a total of 868 home runs, a direct question, “Why is Otani so successful?”, Mr. Wang replied, “Why is Otani so successful?”
“Of course, I think he has the talent. But talent plus ambition. Otani-kun’s attention to detail was different from when he was young. The mandala chart he worked on when he was at Hanamaki Higashi High School has been widely distributed around the world. I get the impression that he has always had ambitions.When I look at him, I see that he is making an extraordinary effort. In his chart, it says at what age he will go to America and win the home run title in America.It is absolutely impossible for a Japanese player to win the home run title in the major leagues. Despite what I thought, I achieved it. You can’t get what you don’t want.
Without a doubt, he is the most watched player in the world right now. He really raised the level of Japanese baseball. And I think it gave everyone courage, not just those who play baseball, but even those who aren’t interested in baseball.”
In response to this, Mr. Dojo responds as follows.
“However, since the days of ON (Koh and Nagashima), and more recently, the history of Japanese baseball, such as Ichiro and Matsui, the foundation has been built up from the success of top players from each era. I guess it was born.”
*Many famous quotes born out of the first conversation between the “World Home Run King” and the “God of Japanese Food”*
“In any world, it seems to be fashionable to seek answers right away and try to provide them.However, it is important to make efforts in the process of finding an answer.Always think, “This is enough. “There’s no such thing as that. If you try to manipulate things or demand answers right away, I think you’ll end up not being able to get to the real thing.” (Wang)
“I have always asked myself, “Is this the best in Japan?” That’s why, even though I say, “No. 1 in Japan, No. 1 in Japan,” I just put my heart and soul into it.” (Dojo)
“I learned that adversity is an essential springboard for taking the next step, and that if you struggle and try to overcome it without running away, you can reach higher than before. ” (King)
“I have been able to survive because of this path, and if I stray from this path, I will not be able to live.Even now, I am thinking about cooking all the time.Even if I deviate from this path, I cannot deviate from it.As long as I am alive, This is the only path.” (Dojo)
“The world’s home run king” and “the god of Japanese cuisine” – an unusual combination, but the life stories unique to this magazine are packed with hints to lead to success in work and life, and will keep you interested. .
Other topics covered in this magazine article include:
◇Don’t do tricks, compete fairly and squarely
◇ Always be aware that you are being watched
◇Thoroughly question yourself about the process, not the result ◇The secret to good health is to take a step forward with a little courage ◇The reason why he continues to be active on the front lines to this day ◇This is how the “World Home Run King” was born
◇The origin cherished by the “god of Japanese cuisine”
◇The difference between victory and defeat is whether or not you can be innocent.
◇Adversity is a springboard to reach a higher peak
◇ Important things to know as a coach to build a strong team ◇ “The most important thing in life” that I grasped while walking this path
Please enjoy the full article in the October 2024 issue, which will be the 46th anniversary issue of Chichi and will be published on September 1, 2024.
*A campaign with limited-time benefits is currently underway to commemorate the 46th anniversary of the monthly magazine “Chichi”*
Campaign with book benefits runs until September 20, 2024
* For a limited time until September 20, 2024, only for new
subscribers to the monthly magazine “Chichi” *
* We will be giving away a copy of “A Little Happiness Theory,” which Hideki Kuriyama, the coach who led Samurai Japan to the world championship in the 2023 WBC, says is “a book you can’t let go of.” Apply * *
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*Comments about “Chichi” from the dojo*
In my memories of my father, there was always a training book by his bedside. Now, I have “Chichi” by my bedside. All people are saved through support. For me, “Chichi” is a spiritual support, and I have only 93 years of life, and I am still on the way to living a happy life. “Chichi” is a “compass for life’s route,” and thanks to it, you can spend your days with peace of mind. I feel that it shows us what is important as a human being, like a lighthouse illuminating a dark night.
–Rokusaburo Dojo
*Comment about “Chichi” from Mr. Wang*
It has already been 20 years since I first met Chichi. Don’t be satisfied with the current situation, learn from other people’s lives and improve yourself. This is the attitude that I have always strived to put into practice as a baseball player and manager, and it is also what I am taught every month as I continue to read Chichi. Human beings are easily swayed by the waves of the times, but Chichi consistently teaches us that “human beings should be as they are.” I think this is a book that the world really needs.
–Sadaharu Oh
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* About Chichi Publishing *
There are always people who are serious about their work and life. Based on the founding philosophy of “Let’s create a magazine that feeds the souls of such people,” we have continued to publish the monthly magazine “Chichi” every month for the past 46 years without missing a single issue. “Let’s create a book that will make readers feel grateful and moved, saying, “I’m glad I came across this book,” or “I was saved by this book.” In addition, through our work, we ourselves have met many excellent people, and we are grateful for the opportunity to improve our own character.Based on the management philosophy, Chichi Publishing Co., Ltd. aims to contribute to the growth, development, prosperity, and happiness of many people through the provision of magazines, books, CDs/DVDs, seminars, training, and lectures rooted in human science.
* 【Company Profile】*
Company name: Chichi Publishing Co., Ltd.
Address: 4-24-9 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Hideaki Fujio
Established: 1973 (Showa 48)
URL: https://www.chichi.co.jp/
Business activities: Editing and publishing the monthly “Chichi”, publishing various books, holding various seminars, producing and selling CDs and DVDs.
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Chichi Publishing Co., Ltd.
Address: 4-24-9 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
TEL: 03-3796-2118