Shohei Ohtani Welcomes Daughter with Former Pro Athlete Mamiko Tanaka

Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers star and two-way baseball player, announced his marriage to Mamiko Tanaka, a former professional basketball player in Japan, in February 2024. Tanaka, who played as a power forward and stood 5-foot-11, retired from professional basketball in 2023, and the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, in April 2025. Despite Ohtani's usual privacy, he has occasionally shared glimpses into his family life, including expressing gratitude and humor about his wife and daughter on social media. Mamiko has made limited public appearances, notably attending select Dodgers games during their World Series run, often standing out with her unique fashion choices among the Dodgers' WAGs (wives and girlfriends). Cultural expectations and personal preference have contributed to the couple's low-profile approach to their relationship. Ohtani’s personal life, including his marriage and fatherhood, has become a notable and endearing aspect of his public persona during the Dodgers' championship pursuits.