Sports Sponsorship

Athlete Employee

Haruto Kuroda, a sailing athlete who has been supported by Nabtesco since 2018, officially joined Nabtesco on April 1, 2022. He will continue to pursue his career as an athlete while working as an employee. Nabtesco supports Haruto Kuroda in realizing his dreams as an athlete and in achieving success.

Sailing ILCA7　Haruto Kuroda

Recent Major Results

May 2025: World Championships – 59th Place (Japanese 1st place)
October 2025: JAPAN GAMES – 2nd Place
November 2025: All Japan Championships – 1st Place

Youth Athlete Support

As part of our corporate citizenship activities, Nabtesco supports youth athletes. In Japan, each regional office supports children and youth connected to their local communities, fostering coexistence and mutual growth.

Sailing 49er Teruaki Shimakura

Recent Major Results

June 2025: Kiel Week (World Cup) – 16th place
July 2025: 49er Junior World Championship – 11th place
October 2025: All Japan 49er Championships – 1st Place

In 2025, I was able to reach the finals for the first time in the World Cup, marking a significant milestone in my career. It was also the year I felt I experienced the most growth since I began strengthening my training with the goal of participating in the Olympics.However, I was unable to achieve good results at the tournament I had set as my goal, which made it a year of confronting my weaknesses.
Looking ahead to 2026, my goal is to develop into a consistent and stable athlete capable of delivering steady performances. Additionally, I aim to win a medal at the Asian Games.

Sailing 49erFX Manase Ichihashi,Rinko Goto

Recent Major Results

March 2025: Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – 25th Place (Recognized as a national team at the youngest age in history)
May 2025: Enoshima Olympic Week – 1st Place
July 2025: Junior World Championship – 10th Place

In 2025, I was able to be selected for the national team, which was my goal, at the Princess Sofia Cup held in March.However, I did not achieve the results I had hoped for at the Junior World Championships and the World Championships, leaving some challenges to overcome.Looking ahead to 2026, I aim to make this year one where I can speak through my results.I will dedicate myself fully to every practice session and overseas training camp, steadily progressing toward my goals.(Ichihashi)

In 2025, I successfully made it onto the national team, which was a significant milestone for me.However, in the latter half of the year, my performance did not improve as much as I had hoped, and I faced some difficulties.Looking ahead to 2026, my main goal is to be selected as a representative for the Asian Games.To achieve this, I will trust in my team's abilities and dedicate myself daily to training and improvement.(Goto)

Sailing 470 Nonoko Nakamura

Recent Major Results

May 2025: West Japan Sailing Week – 8th
May 2025: Enoshima Olympic Week – 17th
September 2025: All Japan Student Women’s Yacht Championships – 9th place

In 2025, I entered competitions with more confidence than the previous year.However, I faced a series of events where I couldn't achieve the results I aimed for.Additionally, I suffered an unexpected injury, which made me painfully realize my own immaturity.It was a year filled with frustration and a sense of regret.
I am grateful for the support from many people, and to produce better results, I will revisit my approach to training and reflect on my daily actions and mindset.My goal for this year is to develop the mental, technical, physical, and intellectual qualities necessary to compete at a higher level.I will dedicate myself fully to this pursuit, working tirelessly to improve and grow.

Weightlifting Kotone Sakamoto

Recent Major Results

September 2025: East Asian Weightlifting Championships 63kg class snatch – 2nd Place
November 2025: All Japan Women's Selection Tournament 63kg class – 2nd Place (Setting a new university record in the snatch)
December 2025: All Japan University Team Championships 63kg class – 1st Place

In 2025, the environment changed, and I started managing all aspects of my training regimen myself, including practice schedules and other related activities. Despite these changes, I was able to maintain excellent results, just as I had in the previous year.
Additionally, I achieved my first medal at an international competition.Looking ahead to 2026, I am committed to continuing my efforts to improve my performance at international tournaments and aim to achieve even better results than last year.