I don't think it is an understatement to say that Ichiro has had a bigger impact on the way Americans view Japan that really any other single person, i think that what he has done since 2001, to become arguably the greatest player ever to play in both leagues... what he has done is really to create a lot of attention on Japan.

Jim Small

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Clearly the excitement that exists in Japan right now for Shohei is really amazing, it is the first time that someone has really changed the game, pitching and hitting at the same time is very unique, very special so people are excited about that.

He’s got an uphill climb to be competitive in this race, just to put it bluntly, he’s an unknown running as a Republican in that district.