With a laugh, Joe Bryant says that to be back in the country where the city he named his son for is located is like a spiritual homecoming.

"You know, his name comes from the city of Kobe, so it's a perfect fit," Bryant said.

The father of Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant and head coach of the Tokyo Apache in Japan's new bj-league, says his superstar son is excited about the league and Dad's new job.