New Yomiuri Giants manager Yoshinobu Takahashi appreciated the responsibility and the tasks that lie ahead as he was unveiled by the Central League club on Monday.
"It's a role with heavy responsibilities. While retaining the tradition that my predecessors have built, I'd like to add my color," said the 40-year-old. "There is anxiety but I'd like to push on with determination."
Takahashi, who doubled up as an outfielder and batting coach for the Giants this season, called time on his playing career on Friday to succeed Tatsunori Hara, who took charge of the Giants for 12 years and won seven CL pennant and three Japan Series.