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Announcement of New Sponsorship Agreement with Shion Co., Ltd.
We are pleased to announce that FC BASARA Mainz has signed a sponsorship agreement with Shion Co., Ltd. 【Comment from Shion Co., Ltd.】We have concluded a sponsorship agreement with FC BASARA MAINZ as of September 2024.Shion's management philosophy is "Thinking of people, connecting hearts," and we aim for each individual's thoughts to connect the hearts of people around the world and create a future full of dreams.As funeral directors, we believe that honoring ancestors means "thinking with the same important feelings for those involved today."FC BASARA MAINZ's attitude of valuing those involved with the team, their vision for the future of Japanese football player development, and the players' earnestness and strong spirit align with the essence of our philosophy.Shion will fully support FC BASARA MAINZ's activities. We have concluded a sponsorship agreement with FC BASARA MAINZ as of August 25, 2024. 【Company Profile】 Shion Co., Ltd. 〈Representative〉Representative Director: Daiki Eda 〈Location〉947-8 Nishihara, Takebe-cho, Kita-ku, Okayama-shi, Okayama 〈Established〉October 1, 2010 〈Official Website〉https://takebe-shion.jp/
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Announcement of New Sponsorship Agreement with 1moku Inc.
Announcement of New Sponsorship Agreement with 1moku Inc. FC BASARA Mainz is pleased to announce that we have signed a sponsorship agreement with 1moku Inc. Starting this season, 1moku Inc., a company with extensive experience both in Japan and overseas, will join us as a partner. We will receive strong support in realizing the vision of our club. As a Japanese-operated club rooted in Mainz, Germany, we are delighted to be able to break new ground with 1moku Inc. 【Comment from 1moku Inc.】As a landscape design firm operating in Japan and Spain, 1moku Inc. is committed to contributing to the environment and local communities, and aims to create a sustainable future through the power of design. FC BASARA MAINZ's efforts to create grounds for community contribution and build a sustainable future align with our values. The players' commitment to rooting themselves in the community and growing with the local community resonates with our own emphasis on "harmony with nature" and "coexistence with culture" in our designs. Furthermore, we always strive for design to not only pursue beauty, but also to be environmentally conscious and bring long-term benefits to the local community. With this shared vision, we are proud to fully support FC BASARA MAINZ's project and build a new future together. Through this partnership, we will work together to revitalize local communities through sports and realize a sustainable future that harmonizes environmental preservation. 【Company Overview】 ＜Representative＞Hirofumi Suga ＜Location＞Los Gatos 2F, 5-27-8 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo ＜Business Activities＞ Planning and Design ＜Official Website＞https://www.1moku.co.jp/
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Announcement of New Sponsorship Agreement with EAT HAPPY GmbH
FC BASARA Mainz is pleased to announce that we have signed a sponsorship agreement with EAT HAPPY GmbH. EAT HAPPY GmbH has provided us with support in various ways, including fresh meal provisions for our players. Going forward, we will continue to promote initiatives that connect Asia and Europe through this partnership. [Comments on the sponsorship agreement] Natascha Tesmann (Managing Director, EAT HAPPY) We have strived to bridge German and Japanese cultures through fresh, high-quality food. The efforts of Shinji Okazaki and FC BASARA Mainz to open doors in Germany for the next generation of Japanese soccer players align with our founding philosophy, and we are delighted that this partnership will further contribute to both countries. Shinji Okazaki (Manager, FC BASARA Mainz) It is a great honor to gain such a strong partner who shares the future vision of FC BASARA Mainz. Through our collaboration with EAT HAPPY, I look forward to supporting people in succeeding in Europe, not only on the field but in all aspects. ============================================================ [Company Profile] Representative: Natascha Tesmann Head Office: Hohenzollernring 31-35 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, 50672 Business Activities: Food and beverage manufacturing Official Website: https://www.eathappygroup.com/
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Frankfurt Japanese School Visit
On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, Coach Okazaki, the top team coach, and players from Basara Mainz visited the Japanese School in Frankfurt. They held a sports experience class and deepened their interaction with the students. After the experience class, Coach Okazaki held a talk session with the junior high school students, sharing his cherished thoughts and experiences, and encouraging the students. FC Basara Mainz will continue to act as a bridge connecting Asia and Germany, and aims to be a club that gives dreams and hope to children.
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A player officiated at the EURO J Jr. CUP 2024.
A player from FC BASARA MAINZ recently participated as a referee in the EURO J Jr. CUP 2024 held in Frankfurt. The EURO J Jr. CUP is Europe's largest Japanese youth soccer tournament, determining the No. 1 Japanese youth soccer club among those scattered across Europe. We have previously participated as referees in this tournament, and it is a very valuable experience for our players. As a Japanese soccer club, FC BASARA MAINZ also supports Japanese organizations operating in Europe.
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Notification of a Courtesy Visit to the Consulate General of Japan in Frankfurt
On May 29th, Takashi Yamashita, CEO of FC BASARA Mainz, and Shinji Okazaki, Head Coach of the top team, paid a courtesy visit to the Consulate-General of Japan in Frankfurt. They met with Consul-General Asazuma and received words of encouragement for the new season. FC BASARA Mainz will continue its activities as a soccer club connecting Germany and Japan.
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Shinji Okazaki Appointed as Manager
We are pleased to announce that Shinji Okazaki has been appointed as the head coach of the top team for the 2024/25 season. Coach Shinji Okazaki is scheduled to join the team in August. 【Comment from Coach Shinji Okazaki】"I am delighted to be able to join this club as coach in its 10th anniversary year. Since I founded this club with Representative Yamashita, thanks to many players, staff, supportive fans, and sponsors, the club is currently battling it out in the 6th division.One of the reasons I wanted to become a coach in Europe is because of this club. I will do my best to grow together with this club, the players, the staff, and everyone involved, and to advance to a higher league. Thank you all for your strong support!" ==================================================== ◇ Shinji Okazaki◇ Date of Birth: April 16, 1986 (38 years old)◇ Place of Birth: Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture Playing Career2002-2005: Takigawa Daini High School2005-2010: Shimizu S-Pulse (J1 League)2011-2013: VfB Stuttgart (Bundesliga)2013-2015: 1.FSV Mainz 05 (Bundesliga)2015-2019: Leicester City (Premier League)2019: Málaga CF (Segunda División)2019-2021: SD Huesca (Segunda División)2021-2022: FC Cartagena (Segunda División)2022-2024: Sint-Truiden VV (Jupiler Pro League) Japan National Team Career119 International A-matches, 50 Goals (2008 – 2020)
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【March 9】Participation in Mainz's "Dreck-weg-Tag"
We once again participated in "Dreck-weg-Tag," our annual clean-up event as part of our community contribution activities. Players and staff, equipped with garbage bags and gloves, picked up trash near our home ground. FC Basara Mainz will continue to actively contribute to the community through various activities, not just soccer!
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Report on visiting the Iris, Inc. booth at ISPO Munich 2023
FC BASARA Mainz representative Jo Yamashita and captain Yuya Okuda visited Iris Co., Ltd., which is exhibiting at the "ISPO Munich 2023" exhibition held in Munich from November 28 to 30. This time, I had the pleasure of assisting as a German interpreter. We were welcomed as part of the team, and although we went there to support them, we ended up being inspired by everyone's presence. For the sake of those who support us, we will continue to challenge ourselves, always aiming high and striving to deliver results. Thank you very much. —————————————————————Iris Co., Ltd.Business activities: Production and sales of buttons, accessories, and other apparel materials, fancy goods, elastomer processed products, precision plastic molded products, heterogeneous material composite products, mold design and manufacturing, health and beauty related productsHead office factory: 554-1 Suehirocho, Ota City, Gunma PrefectureTokyo Head Office: 3-5-11 Higashikanda, Chiyoda-ku, TokyoFounded: November 26, 1946Representative Director: Hiroshi OsumiIRIS website: https://www.iris.co.jp/
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