Shohei Ohtani and Mamiko Tanaka’s romance has been blooming quietly for some time, and it’s winning the hearts of everyone! While everyone knows the Dodgers’ superstar, Shohei Ohtani, as one of the highest-paid MLB stars and also a two-way player, he has often kept his relationship under covers. This has led many of us to wonder about his wife, their relationship, and more. So, who is she?

Well, Ohtani’s wife Mamiko Tanaka used to be a Japanese basketball star. Although not much is known about their relationship, Ohtani confirmed marriage with his partner in February 2024, despite not revealing much about her identity. Both are stars in their respective fields; however, the power couple never considered sports to be a barrier in their relationship. And that’s why we all want to know more about her, isn’t it?

Who is Mamiko Tanaka? All you need to know about her 

Mamiko Tanaka, born on December 11, 1996, used to be a Japanese basketball player. She started her professional basketball career with the Fujitsu Red Wave in 2019, which is part of the Women’s Japan Basketball League. She played there for four years as a forward till her retirement at an early age in 2023. However, Tanaka’s performance cannot be ignored, as she had a 47.7% shooting rate from the field and 69.9% from the free throw line over the 28 games that she played in 2023.

While her man considered her “a normal Japanese woman,” she has played a significant role in Japan Basketball. However, amid their contributions to their respective sports, Mamiko Tanaka did her best to keep the relationship afloat, spending time with her love and making a whole lot of memories. In February 2024, they both got married, and finally, in December 2024, Ohtani shared that they were both expecting a “little rookie.” That’s definitely cute—a budding relationship, making time for each other, and finally making it official—what more a person expects from a relationship, isn’t it? 

How long she has been with Shohei Ohtani: Their relationship journey

The couple mainly kept their relationship under covers, due to which, the time when they started dating remains unclear. However, it was Ohtani who made an official announcement of tying the knot with Mamiko Tanaka.

“Not only have I begun a new chapter in my career with the Dodgers, but I also have begun a new life with someone from my native country of Japan who is very special to me, and I wanted everyone to know I am now married,” is what Shohei Ohtani shared on a post on Instagram. They even made a red carpet debut soon after their marriage at the Dodgers Foundation Blue Diamond Gala in May 2024. And right after that, they revealed that they will soon be parents. But that’s not all!

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be playing against the Chicago Cubs in the Tokyo Series. However, Mamiko Tanaka, despite not being able to come on the trip has given some gifts to her fellow wives and girlfriends. She has always been by his side, be it cheering him from the stands or even accompanying him in most of the games. However, as they are expecting their first child, it might be a good time for her to be at home, and cheer for her husband from her home. We all cannot wait to see the little Ohtani, right?