Tiger's No.4 draft pick of 2008 was involved in an accident as he was leaving the Tigers dormitory. As he turned out of the gate at 6:30 am he caused a cyclist swerve and avoid the car, falling off the bike. The cyclist was treated in hospital and diagnosed with bruising to his shoulder and elbow. This will take about two weeks to heal. Despite the fact that there was no contact between Kuroda's car and the cyclist, Osaka police questioned the Tigers player who admitted his carelessness and apologised.