Prince Hisahito, Matsuzaka featured in decorative battledores

TOKYO, Japan - Prince Hisahito, the two-month-old son of Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko, and Daisuke Matsuzaka, the Japanese pitcher who is negotiating a deal with the Boston Red Sox, are among some of the well-known figures featured in this year's ''Kawari Hagoita,'' a traditional Japanese battledore popular for decoration in the New Year. (Kyodo)

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