The Dodgers won the World Series with a Game 5 victory over the Yankees, celebrated fervently in Ohtani's hometown of Oshu, Japan, and in Los Angeles. Fans celebrated with watch parties and vibrant fandom, highlighting Ohtani’s integral role in the game. His remarkable influence, dubbed the 'Ohtani effect', has spurred significant tourism in Los Angeles, with many Japanese fans visiting to support him. Both Ohtani and his Dodgers teammate Yoshinobu Yamamoto have garnered worldwide attention, reflecting the growing pride in Japanese baseball talent on an international stage.