Spectator Sports in Japan

Scarz

SCARZ is a professional gaming team working at the forefront of esports in Japan. As one of the largest teams in Japan, we have divisions across several games and have a proven record in domestic and overseas competitions. With our slogan "KEEP IT REAL" we strive to maintain our genuine spirit and work together as professionals to create a way to keep pursuing dreams of our players, fans, and members. Remember to always “KEEP IT REAL.” Please see the official website for details.

11 to 50 staff

Yokohama Dena Baystars Baseball Club, Inc

YOKOHAMA DeNA BAYSTARS BASEBALL CLUB, INC. is a professional baseball organization based in Yokohama, Japan, and a member of Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB)’s Central League. Founded in 1949 and playing at Yokohama Stadium in the heart of one of Japan’s most internationally connected port cities, the BayStars combine a proud competitive legacy with a forward-looking vision for modern sports business. The club has captured three Japan Series championships (1960, 1998, and 2024) and continues to grow as one of Japan’s most dynamic professional franchises. Since becoming part of the DeNA Group in 2012, the organization has strengthened its business platform through digital innovation, fan-centric stadium experiences, and new approaches to engagement that position baseball as both a cultural asset and an entertainment destination. Deeply rooted in Yokohama and Kanagawa Prefecture, the BayStars serve as a central community platform connecting fans, corporate partners, and regional stakeholders. Yokohama Stadium functions not only as the team’s home field, but also as a vibrant gathering place where sport, entertainment, and city identity come together. The organization also operates the DOCK OF BAYSTARS YOKOSUKA training and development facility, supporting long-term athlete growth and reinforcing the future of professional baseball in Japan. Today, YOKOHAMA DeNA BAYSTARS continues to connect performance on the field with innovation off the field—delivering memorable fan experiences, creating meaningful partnership opportunities, and representing Yokohama to audiences across Japan and the global sports community.

201 to 500 staff

Gs Astuto

GS ASTUTO was founded 30yrs ago by 3 passionate cyclists to provide support and products based on old world traditions to new generations of cycling enthusiasts. After a hiatus, the company was rebooted by the original founder in Japan. Currently GS Astuto provides handbuilt wheels in a craftsmen tradition using modern technology and components to deliver high performance while retaining the personal touch and attention that can only be provided at master craftsmen level. In addition GS Astuto provides cycling related rentals and touring support for select tour agencies. Providing multi-day touring on the beautiful roads of Japan with high quality, well prepared bikes to make your cycling dreams come true. Enjoy the ride!

1 to 10 staff

Kashima Antlers Fc

Since the J.League's creation and introduction of professional Japanese football in 1993, Kashima have proved by far Japan's most successful club team, having won the J.League title a record eight times, the J.League Cup a record six times and the Emperor's Cup five times for an unprecedented total of nineteen major domestic titles. Kashima also won their first AFC Champions League title in 2018. Kashima have finished in the top five of the league for over seventy percent of all seasons played to date, recorded an average end of season league placing of third and captured a major domestic title in over sixty percent of all seasons played to date. Kashima won the most titles out of all the J.League Champions, and are also one of only two teams to have competed in Japan's top flight of professional football every year since its inception.

51 to 200 staff

Rakuten Vissel Kobe, Inc

51 to 200 staff

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks Corp

11 to 50 staff

Cerezo Osaka Co., Ltd

Founded in 1957 as Yanmar Diesel Soccer Club, Cerezo Osaka has grown from corporate roots into one of Japan’s most passionate professional football clubs. The name “Cerezo,” meaning cherry blossom in Spanish, honors Osaka’s city flower and reflects our bond with the community. Our emblem represents three pillars — club, community, and the spirit of football — combining cherry blossoms, Osaka’s rivers, and the wolf as our team symbol. Serving both Osaka and Sakai as our home cities, we play mainly at Yodoko Sakura Stadium, with larger events held at Yanmar Stadium Nagai. Since joining the J.League in 1995, Cerezo Osaka has experienced triumphs and challenges alike, standing as a proud representative of Kansai football. The club’s legacy extends to the Japan Soccer League era, when Yanmar Diesel won four league titles in the 1970s and 1980. In recent history, we have claimed the Emperor’s Cup (2017), J.League Cup (2017), and Japanese Super Cup (2018). These achievements reflect our ambition to rise beyond regional roots and compete at the highest level. Cerezo Osaka is also known as a talent incubator, developing players who have represented Japan and succeeded abroad. Our style blends technical skill, discipline, and attacking flair, aiming not only to win but to inspire. Beyond the pitch, we remain deeply rooted in our community through youth development, fan engagement, and social initiatives that connect Osaka’s energy with the wider world. Guided by President Hiroaki Morishima, Cerezo Osaka continues to evolve with humility, ambition, and pride — committed to making dreams bloom in full glory, at home and beyond.

51 to 200 staff

Urawa Red Diamonds

Urawa Reds shall.(1) Contribute to the growth of boys & girls (2) Provide recreational spaces for our hometown (3) Serve as a gateway to the world

51 to 200 staff

Wakatake Group

Wakatake Group is a project focused on the personal development of young football players through international and formative experiences. We rely on the following formula for growth as the core of our work: travel and international experiences, holistic and integral education and training, responsibility and commitment to oneself, our communities and the world at large. Why do we believe in this formula so strongly? All Wakatake Group staff members have lived these concepts and experiences first hand during their own journey of growth and development, attesting to its benefits both personally and professionally. As such, our goal now is to inspire and help new generations to discover and walk along this same path, in order to successfully face the challenges of today's reality. We offer a wide variety of programs, experiences, development platforms and services that focus on the growth of the player and the individual through football, on and off the field. We are always looking for new ways to develop partnerships, innovate and be creative, with the goal of remaining at the forefront of our industry. Official @LALIGA partner.

11 to 50 staff

Fc Imabari

CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY Contributing to realize the society in which we prioritize spiritual wealth over material wealth for future generations A society that emphasizes spiritual richness places high values on intangible capital that cannot be expressed in numbers such as wisdom, trust, and empathy rather than visible capital such as sales, capital, and GDP. In recent years, we see the emergence of new trends in values that are different from the traditional value of capitalism. The "sustainability" in economic activities is one of the major topics of such trends. At the turning point of this era, our mission is to build universal value, that is intangible capital, in the connections between people and between people and society, and contribute to create a sustainable society of the next generation. FC Imabari is based on Imabari City in Ehime Prefecture with a population of There are many passionate football players in the small city. We believe that we can achieve some initiatives by cooperating each other in this small town. We will build trust not only in Imabari, but also with our friends in the suburbs of Imabari, and we will contribute to the development of Japanese football and society.

51 to 200 staff

Tochigi Sc

11 to 50 staff

We League - Japan Women Empowerment Professional Football League

Mission WE LEAGUE promotes a society which allows everyone with a diversity of dreams and ways of living to individually shine through women’s football and other sports. Vision To host the best women’s football in the world- WE LEAGUE will host the world’s top players and maintain the highest level of competition in the world- WE LEAGUE will produce the world’s top players and staff. WE LEAGUE will raise the quality of women’s football by developing the grassroots level all over Japan - WE LEAGUE will expand access for girls and women to enjoy football all over Japan. To be the most active women’s community in the world - WE LEAGUE will make women the starting point and the driving force for positive change throughout society- Beyond the world of sports, WE LEAGUE will be a platform bringing together a diversity of individuals, organizations, and companies To be the most valuable league in the world- WE LEAGUE will establish a strong league foundation to support the development of the social and competitive elements of our mission- WE LEAGUE will prove the profitability of professional women’s football - WE LEAGUE will become a societal role model promoting equity, diversity and inclusion at the workplace and beyond. Cause of WE LEAGUE 1. Be a driving force for gender-equity in Japan 2. Establish roots for “Professional Women’s Sports” in Japan 3. Contribute to the growth of women’s football in Japan 4. Reclaim the world championship for Nadeshiko Japan Why ”WE” League? WE LEAGUE wants girls to dream of becoming “professional footballers”. WE LEAGUE wants to become a symbol beyond the world of football for a gender-equitable society. WE LEAGUE wants to collaborate with ALL people. WE LEAGUE believes WE are ALL important players.

11 to 50 staff

Yokohama Grits

Our pros must adopt our "dual career" philosophy -> The work style reform of "balancing competitive activities and work" will become a role model that gives dreams and hope to children who aim to become professional athletes. We will also promote the establishment of a "dual professional training model (DPM)" that allows players to develop a professional career outside of hockey.

11 to 50 staff

Yokohama Marinos Ltd

11 to 50 staff

Ganassa Llc, Football Services In East Asia

At Ganassa, we are a dynamic team of digital football media experts, dedicated to bridging the football cultures of Asia and the rest of the world. Established in Japan in 2016, we have expanded our presence with headquarters in Tokyo, Shanghai, and Singapore, supported by editorial units across other key Asian markets such as Seoul, Hanoi and Jakarta. Our global reach is further enhanced by resident editors in England, Spain, Germany, and Italy. We specialise in offering support to football clubs, leagues, and federations aiming to expand their audience in East Asia. Our services range from the creation, localisation, and maintenance of websites and social media networks to the production of engaging digital content, merchandise, and fan experiences. Our deep-rooted connections with local fans and our understanding of regional social networks enable us to foster organic synergies between clubs and their Asian supporters. Ganassa’s expertise extends beyond digital media. We produce bespoke shows, broadcasts and commercials for the Asian audience, manage localised merchandise, organise youth camps and clinics, and even facilitate mascot appearances and influencer partnerships. Our commitment to quality and our passion for football drive us to deliver top-tier services that resonate with fans across Asia. In recent years, we have collaborated with some of the top football clubs and federations globally, including Manchester City, Borussia Dortmund, Atlético de Madrid, FIFA, Bundesliga, Serie A and the Asian Football Confederation. Our mission is simple: to connect the global football community with Asia, creating lasting impacts on and off the pitch. Join us on our journey as we continue to shape the future of football in Asia and beyond.

11 to 50 staff

High Performance Center Of Japan Cycling

The first Japanese high performance center targeting a summer Olympic sport, aims to create and sustain an effective system that develops talented Japanese track cyclists to achieve Olympic and World Championship medal performances.

11 to 50 staff

J Sports Broadcasting Corporation

1 to 10 staff

Koushinkai Karate International

Koshinkai Karate International is a not-for-profit Karate club headquartered in the suburb of Mitaka in Tokyo, Japan. Classes exist for all levels, ages and genders with a strong focus on usable self defence skills. The club runs occasional seminars and self-defence sessions in Australia with our chief instructor Kawashima Yu. For information on classes, trials or any other queries please feel free to contact us any time in English or Japanese and we'll do our best to assist.

11 to 50 staff

Afl Japan

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1 to 10 staff

Council For Sports Ecosystem Promotion

The Council for Sports Ecosystem Promotion (C-SEP) was established on January 31, 2022, to promote industrial development in the field of sports and to create a sports ecosystem ready for the era of digitalization. As of December 20, 2022, we have reached 100 Japanese companies as members, including major players in the digital, IT, and Entertainment space. Two of our main objectives are surveying different sports businesses in the context of Digital Transformation and lobbying against government ministries and agencies to ease the restrictions.

51 to 200 staff

Marx Sports Management

A new standard in player representation. We provide guidance, support, and strategy to help you grow your career and reach your full potential.

1 to 10 staff

Moriniere Martial Arts Academy

Providing Positive Fun and Fitness to an International Community in Okinawa, Japan since 2005. One of the largest, most successful schools in Japan with over 300+ average members both learning for self-defense and/or dominating in competition. Train Capoeira, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts and Ladies Kickboxing. Classes 6 Days a Week Standardized Curriculum & Testing Competition NOT Required for Promotion Amateur & Pro Competition Team SAFE and Beginner Friendly Student Progress Reports Online University supplemental training.

1 to 10 staff

New Tennis Generation

This is a tennis consultant company, I give seminars and clinics to kids, juniors and adults. I also train coaches on how to get more from their players, to help them reach their full potential. The goal for any coach is to guide their students in finding their game(self-discovery). I have been working in Kansai, Japan for the last 12 years or more, now I’m looking to spread my teaching to the world. Please help me do just that! Contact me for more information on hiring me at ntgtennis@gmail.com or 0798-51-4481. My coaching theme for players is,"To think think you can, will create a force that can."

1 to 10 staff

Nico Dojo

NICO DOJO is a pioneer in personal training business in Kyushu Island (Japan). Opening in December 2013, Nico Dojo is a private personal training facility specialized in strength and power development for athletes. It aims to be Japan's number one strength & conditioning facility. Its unique hardcore athmosphere combined with top class training equipment and training methods will help any athlete reaching his/her goals. NICO DOJO is the official strength and conditioning coach for the Tosu Technical High School Judo Team and the Tosu High School Baseball Team. It is also an official gym for the beauty contest Miss Universe-Saga.

1 to 10 staff