Ryota Yamagata is a professional Japanese baseball player known for his skills as an outfielder. He was born on June 2, 1991, in Osaka, Japan. Yamagata has played for the Tokyo Yakult Swallows in the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) league since his debut in 2013. Throughout his career, Yamagata has earned recognition for his speed and batting ability. He has contributed significantly to his team's success, including participating in the Japan Series. His performance has made him a notable figure in Japanese baseball, attracting attention from fans and scouts alike.