SAPPORO — One of the special traits of the Fighters' games at Sapporo Dome is the sincere fans' warm, enthusiastic cheering, perhaps more so than at any other ballpark.

While the Yomiuri Giants are considered the favorite to win the ongoing Japan Series, Hokkaido Nippon Ham isn't backing down from the challenge, partly because it feels like it has an edge with its fans.

And when you actually visit the ballpark and look around, you will find there are so many middle-aged women. This could be the reason why their cheering is so warm.