Astronaut Koichi Wakata's Space Baseball Video Captivates Millions Online

The viral clip, reshared by Elon Musk, showcases Wakata playing all positions in microgravity aboard the ISS to celebrate Japan's MLB season opener.

Koichi Wakata, a veteran astronaut, shared a video of himself playing solo baseball in microgravity aboard the ISS during Expedition 68.
The video, recorded in the JAXA module, highlights Wakata creatively playing all positions—pitcher, batter, and fielder—without gravity constraints.
Elon Musk reshared the video on social media, significantly amplifying its reach and sparking widespread online engagement.
The clip has gone viral with over 94.8 million views, drawing reactions of awe and humor from the public and notable figures like Chris Hadfield.
Wakata, with over 500 days in space and a storied career across three spacecraft types, ties the video to Japan's MLB opener, blending sports and space exploration.