Mon 6/1/15 3:40 PM

Fujikawa signed with an independent league team in his hometown in Kochi, Japan on Monday, Stefan Stevenson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. Fujikawa was granted his unconditional release by the Rangers on May 23, and he's decided to return to his home country. Given his age, it wouldn't be surprising if he's pitched his last game in the majors.