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Ryohei Hayashi Appointed NHK World Cup Commentator; Book Series Hits 100K Copies

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  • Ryohei Hayashi Appointed NHK World Cup Commentator; Book Series Hits 100K Copies
  • Heibonsha announced that soccer analyst Ryohei Hayashi's 'Tactics' book series topped 100,000 copies. Hayashi has also been selected as a commentator for NHK's 2026 World Cup broadcasts.
  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Date: Fri Jun 05 2026 18:00:01 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)

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Heibonsha announced that soccer analyst Ryohei Hayashi's 'Tactics' book series topped 100,000 copies. Hayashi has also been selected as a commentator for NHK's 2026 World Cup broadcasts.

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Ryohei Hayashi Appointed NHK World Cup Commentator; Book Series Hits 100K Copies (Fri Jun 05 2026 18:00:01 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)), PR TIMES
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PR TIMES
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Fri Jun 05 2026 18:00:01 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)

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Heibonsha announced that soccer analyst Ryohei Hayashi's 'Tactics' book series topped 100,000 copies. Hayashi has also been selected as a commentator for NHK's 2026 World Cup broadcasts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the total circulation of Ryohei Hayashi's 'Hayashi Ryohei no Soccer Kansensjutsu' series?
A: It has surpassed 100,000 copies in total.
Q: When were the first and second volumes of the series published, and what are their prices?
A: The first volume was published in February 2024, and the second in February 2026, both priced at 1,100 yen.
Q: What new commentary role has Ryohei Hayashi been selected for?
A: He has been appointed as a commentator for NHK's World Cup broadcasts.
Q: What kind of tactical analysis is featured in the second volume of the book?
A: It includes analysis of 9 candidate countries for winning the 2026 World Cup (including Japan and the Netherlands) and tactical analysis of 12 major European clubs.
Q: What coaching credentials and experience does the author Ryohei Hayashi have?
A: He served as the manager of the University of Tokyo Football Club for 3 years starting in 2021, and obtained his JFA Pro License in February 2025.