We recently had the honor of spending time with Coach Ogura, the former head coach of Nihon University Third High School’s baseball team—a man we deeply admire and continue to learn from.
In his twenties, he led Kanto Daiichi High School to the Koshien tournament, and later devoted himself fully to teaching, stepping away from coaching for a time. For 26 years, he guided the baseball team at Nichidai San, becoming one of the most respected figures in high school baseball. His achievements speak for themselves.
What truly sets Coach Ogura apart is his humility and warmth. No matter how many championships he’s won or how many professional players he’s developed, he remains approachable, sincere, and always ready to encourage those who are unsure or searching for direction. Though I’m not one of his former students, every time I meet him, I feel like one—he’s a lifelong mentor.
The fact that so many alumni continue to visit him over the years is proof of his lasting impact.
We’re grateful to keep learning from him.
We also had the pleasure of dining with Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly members—connected through shared alumni ties. These are people who care deeply about sports and education. Even here in Tokyo, where resources are abundant, club activities face many challenges. They are thinking ahead, working to preserve and evolve these programs so that children continue to have access to meaningful opportunities.
At FSC, we’ll keep doing our part—steadily, thoughtfully, and with both feet on the ground.
Photos are on our social media! FSC
