The Tokyo Yakult Swallows are a professional baseball team based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan, competing in Nippon Professional Baseball's Central League. This Tokyo Yakult Swallows flag (Japanese: 東京ヤクルトスワローズの旗) consists of the stylized team name "Tokyo Yakult Swallows" on a background diagonally divided into dark blue, white, and red. The endpoints of the handwritten "S" and "w" in "Swallows" resemble the wings of a swallow.
| Flag Proportion: | 3:5 (standard flag ratio) |
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| Flag Format: | Animated GIF (25-frame loop) |
| Flag Usage: | Fan-made / unofficial digital flag |
Additionally, the team logo features Tsubakuro, a red-faced black swallow who serves as the club's beloved mascot. The swallow symbolizes speed, agility, and grace, qualities that are highly valued in baseball and closely associated with the team's identity. The name "Swallows" and the recurring bird imagery emphasize swiftness, freedom of movement, and energetic play on the field. Tsubakuro has become one of the most recognizable mascots in Japanese sports, strengthening the connection between the club and its supporters. The dark blue, white, and red color scheme further enhances the team's distinctive visual identity. Altogether, the logo and imagery represent the Tokyo Yakult Swallows' commitment to an exciting, dynamic, and entertaining style of baseball.
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| Team Name: | Tokyo Yakult Swallows |
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| Team Nickname: | Tsubame (つばめ, swallow) |
| Team Abbreviation: | YAK |
| Founded: | 1950 |
| Location: | Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan |
| League: | Central League |
| Team Colors: | Navy, Red, Green |
| Japan Series titles: | 6 |
| Pennants: | 9 |
| Ballpark: | Meiji Jingu Stadium |
| Mascots: | Tsubakuro, Tsubami, and Torkuya |
