スポーツ｜沖縄の甲子園視聴率が驚異の46.3% / Sports | Okinawa’s Koshien viewership reaches an astonishing 46.3%

Summary

In the summer of 2025, the final match of the Koshien high school baseball tournament between Okinawa Shogaku and Nihon University Third High School was broadcast live on NHK General, achieving an average household viewership rating of 46.3% in the Okinawa region.

Additionally, the peak viewership hit 52.3%, and it was said that the streets were deserted during the game. This match marked Okinawa Shogaku’s first championship victory, resulting in a palpable excitement among the local residents.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Hey Log, the viewership for the Koshien in Okinawa is astonishing!
Log: Yeah, an average of 46.3% is a really high number. At its peak, it even hit 52.3%, so it’s no wonder the town went quiet.
Chako: That means everyone was watching the game! High school baseball really is popular!
Navi: High school baseball attracts many people because of the players’ performances and the drama of the games.
Log: Absolutely, the intense battles between the players are really moving. Okinawa Shogaku’s first championship win was a huge topic, too.
Chako: I want to become a baseball player in the future, too!

Admin’s Note

The 46.3% viewership rating for the Okinawa Koshien finals is an astonishing figure. Especially with the peak moment reaching 52.3%, it really shows the strong passion the local community has for high school baseball. I hope to see more children like Chako dreaming of becoming future players. High school baseball is not just a sport; I believe it is an important event that fosters community bonds and evokes deep emotions.