Rui Hachimura has already inked a shoe deal with the Jordan Brand. Now the Washington Wizards rookie is starring in his first commercial with Japanese company Nissin Foods.
Hachimura is developing into the face of basketball for his native Japan. It’s only fitting his first commercial is linked to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Rui Hachimura is seen wearing a Nissin basketball jersey and parading through the airport with a cart full of Nissin’s Cup Noodles as he is cheered on by fans.
“New Legend Begins” reads the caption of the commercial.
With an entire nation behind him, Hachimura could be on the verge of becoming the most popular player on the Wizards roster. The 21-year old seems to be embracing the spotlight and the responsibilities of the basketball model for an entire nation.
