[Regional Sports Support] Hasuya, in collaboration with Tokushima Gambalouze, holds a basketball clinic for children
Hasuya, a powdered natto manufacturer, partnered with professional basketball team Tokushima Gambalouze to host a basketball clinic for elementary school children in Katsuura Town, Tokushima Prefecture. The initiative aims to support the healthy growth of local children and promote sports, fostering health through both diet and exercise.
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Hasuya Co., Ltd. (Hasuya), a manufacturer and seller of powdered natto based in Tokushima Prefecture, collaborated with its sponsor, Tokushima Gambalouze, to host a basketball clinic for elementary school students at Katsuura Town Gymnasium (Katsuura Town, Tokushima Prefecture) on March 29, 2026. This initiative was implemented to support the healthy growth of children in the region, with many participants attending.
The aim of this initiative is to promote sports in the region and support the healthy development of children. Players and staff from the team provided instruction, implementing a step-by-step program from basic drills like dribbling and passing to practical play.
Experience skills and fun through direct instruction from professional players
On the day of the event, participating children had the opportunity to learn basic basketball techniques and the importance of teamwork through direct instruction from professional players, while also experiencing the joy of physical activity and cooperating with friends. Smiles filled the venue throughout the event, making it a lively occasion for sports exchange rooted in the community.
Supporting children's growth through both diet and exercise
Hasuya has, until now, communicated the importance of gut health through powdered natto. We believe that establishing exercise habits is as crucial as dietary habits for the healthy growth of children. This project was implemented as an initiative to support health promotion from both dietary and exercise perspectives.
Katsuura Town is a naturally rich and tranquil area, and we hope that through initiatives like this event, more children will smile, and the entire community will become more vibrant. We believe that health is supported not only by diet but also by exercise, enjoyment, and smiles, and Hasuya will continue its activities to contribute to this in any small way possible.
Continuing as a community-based initiative, next event scheduled for May 22
Yuki Tsukamoto (#2), Yusuke Tsunai (#14)
Toshihiro Nakatsukasa (#18), David Kongolo (#21)
In recent years, as the importance of corporate support for regional sports has grown, we recognize that there are not many cases where food manufacturers take the lead in continuously holding sports events. Hasuya will continue to create opportunities to support children's growth and contribute to the revitalization of local communities.
The next basketball clinic is scheduled to be held on May 22, 2026, at a gymnasium within Katsuura Town or a nearby area. If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held, but we would be delighted if Katsuura Town becomes lively and active.
◾︎ Participant Comments
Elementary school student (2nd year junior high school student) who participated:
"It was fun. I was able to train my core, which I had never done before. I want to try it at home too. I want to participate again if I have the chance."
Parent:
"We are grateful that the clinic was held in Katsuura Town, and the children seemed to enjoy it very much. Seeing them listen to the players with sparkling eyes made me happy too. I would definitely like to participate again if there is another opportunity."
◾︎ Organizer Comments
"Natto 3 Sisters," who operate Hasuya's powdered natto:
We believe that not only diet but also exercise is essential for the healthy growth of children. This time, by collaborating with Tokushima Gambalouze, we were able to provide a valuable experience for the children.
We will continue our efforts to support children's growth in the future.
■ Next Event Schedule
The next basketball clinic is scheduled as follows:
・Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
・Target: Elementary school students in grades 4-6
・Content: Basketball instruction, Q&A session, autograph session
・Participating players:
Yuki Tsukamoto (#2)
Yusuke Tsunai (#14)
Toshihiro Nakatsukasa (#18)
David Kongolo (#21)
・Application method:
① Follow Hasuya's official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/has_ya_official/
② "Like" the relevant post
③ Fill out the application form: https://forms.gle/xoxZmLywcBB9DHfQA
・Application conditions: Stated in the Instagram post
・Application period: Until May 14, 2026
・Selection method: Lottery if there are many applicants
・Notification of winning: Notification by email (ineligible if unfollowed during the lottery)
■ About Tokushima Gambalouze
Tokushima Gambalouze is a professional basketball team based in Tokushima Prefecture, engaged in community-rooted activities. With the mission of "igniting the hearts of all people by believing in and developing the power of sports," the team aims to energize Japan from Tokushima through basketball, including children's clinics and local activities.
The aim of this initiative is to promote sports in the region and support the healthy development of children. Players and staff from the team provided instruction, implementing a step-by-step program from basic drills like dribbling and passing to practical play.
Experience skills and fun through direct instruction from professional players
On the day of the event, participating children had the opportunity to learn basic basketball techniques and the importance of teamwork through direct instruction from professional players, while also experiencing the joy of physical activity and cooperating with friends. Smiles filled the venue throughout the event, making it a lively occasion for sports exchange rooted in the community.
Supporting children's growth through both diet and exercise
Hasuya has, until now, communicated the importance of gut health through powdered natto. We believe that establishing exercise habits is as crucial as dietary habits for the healthy growth of children. This project was implemented as an initiative to support health promotion from both dietary and exercise perspectives.
Katsuura Town is a naturally rich and tranquil area, and we hope that through initiatives like this event, more children will smile, and the entire community will become more vibrant. We believe that health is supported not only by diet but also by exercise, enjoyment, and smiles, and Hasuya will continue its activities to contribute to this in any small way possible.
Continuing as a community-based initiative, next event scheduled for May 22
Yuki Tsukamoto (#2), Yusuke Tsunai (#14)
Toshihiro Nakatsukasa (#18), David Kongolo (#21)
In recent years, as the importance of corporate support for regional sports has grown, we recognize that there are not many cases where food manufacturers take the lead in continuously holding sports events. Hasuya will continue to create opportunities to support children's growth and contribute to the revitalization of local communities.
The next basketball clinic is scheduled to be held on May 22, 2026, at a gymnasium within Katsuura Town or a nearby area. If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held, but we would be delighted if Katsuura Town becomes lively and active.
◾︎ Participant Comments
Elementary school student (2nd year junior high school student) who participated:
"It was fun. I was able to train my core, which I had never done before. I want to try it at home too. I want to participate again if I have the chance."
Parent:
"We are grateful that the clinic was held in Katsuura Town, and the children seemed to enjoy it very much. Seeing them listen to the players with sparkling eyes made me happy too. I would definitely like to participate again if there is another opportunity."
◾︎ Organizer Comments
"Natto 3 Sisters," who operate Hasuya's powdered natto:
We believe that not only diet but also exercise is essential for the healthy growth of children. This time, by collaborating with Tokushima Gambalouze, we were able to provide a valuable experience for the children.
We will continue our efforts to support children's growth in the future.
■ Next Event Schedule
The next basketball clinic is scheduled as follows:
・Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
・Target: Elementary school students in grades 4-6
・Content: Basketball instruction, Q&A session, autograph session
・Participating players:
Yuki Tsukamoto (#2)
Yusuke Tsunai (#14)
Toshihiro Nakatsukasa (#18)
David Kongolo (#21)
・Application method:
① Follow Hasuya's official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/has_ya_official/
② "Like" the relevant post
③ Fill out the application form: https://forms.gle/xoxZmLywcBB9DHfQA
・Application conditions: Stated in the Instagram post
・Application period: Until May 14, 2026
・Selection method: Lottery if there are many applicants
・Notification of winning: Notification by email (ineligible if unfollowed during the lottery)
■ About Tokushima Gambalouze
Tokushima Gambalouze is a professional basketball team based in Tokushima Prefecture, engaged in community-rooted activities. With the mission of "igniting the hearts of all people by believing in and developing the power of sports," the team aims to energize Japan from Tokushima through basketball, including children's clinics and local activities.