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"Japanese fans recognize that 3, 000 hits is a great ticket for Cooperstown, " Konishi said.
WSJ: Eyeing a Stunning Milestone
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When Ichiro nears 4, 000 combined hits, likely this year, Konishi expects a frenzy.
WSJ: Eyeing a Stunning Milestone
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Still, Ichiro's march toward these milestones, official and unofficial, figures to stoke enormous interest in Japan, said Keizo Konishi, a reporter with Kyodo News who has covered Ichiro for the past 20 years.
WSJ: Eyeing a Stunning Milestone
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"Oh yes, very much, " Konishi said.
WSJ: Eyeing a Stunning Milestone