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Japan M&A Center Renews Partnership with Women's Rugby Sevens Team 'Nagato Blue Angels'

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Published Jul 3, 2026 10:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 8, 2026 6:59 PM ・ 9 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Japan M&A Center Renews Partnership with Women's Rugby Sevens Team 'Nagato Blue Angels' — Image: PR TIMES

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Japan M&A Center, a leading M&A advisory firm, has renewed its main sponsorship agreement with 'Nagato Blue Angels,' a women's rugby sevens team based in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
The partnership aims to promote regional revitalization and women's empowerment through sports.

Japan M&A Center, a leading M&A advisory firm, has renewed its main sponsorship agreement with 'Nagato Blue Angels,' a women's rugby sevens team based in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The partnership aims to promote regional revitalization and women's empowerment through sports.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000604.000081927.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jul 3, 2026

Nihon M&A Center Holdings Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / President & CEO: Takashi Miyake), a consolidated subsidiary of which is Nihon M&A Center Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "Japan M&A Center" / Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / President & CEO: Naoki Takeuchi), announces the renewal of its main sponsorship agreement with the General Incorporated Foundation Nagato Sports Foundation, which operates the women's rugby sevens team "Nagato Blue Angels" based in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.

The Nagato Blue Angels, whose slogan is "Linking Our World," aim to promote international exchange through rugby. As a top-tier team in Japan's premier competition, the Taiyo Life Women's Sevens Series, they have achieved three consecutive annual championships and have produced numerous players for the Japanese national team and Olympic athletes. The team won the first leg of the Taiyo Life Women's Sevens Series 2026, held on June 20–21 at Kumagaya Sports & Culture Park Rugby Field A Ground (Saitama Prefecture), marking a strong start toward a fourth consecutive annual championship.

Players celebrating victory at the Kumagaya leg of the Taiyo Life Women's Sevens Series 2026

Background and Purpose of the Contract Renewal

To support business succession, growth strategies, and M&A consultations for entrepreneurs in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan M&A Center has stationed consultants from Yamaguchi locally. Starting this term, a satellite office has been newly established near JR West Shin-Yamaguchi Station.

Since last season, Japan M&A Center has partnered with the Nagato Blue Angels to support regional revitalization through sports business, promote women's advancement in society, and preserve and develop Yamaguchi's vibrant industries and culture. Through this initiative, Japan M&A Center has strengthened connections with many local business owners. With this renewed partnership, the company aims to further collaborate with the Nagato Blue Angels and Yamaguchi-based enterprises to create and promote a sports-driven model for regional revitalization.

For details on the Yamaguchi Business Consultation Desk:

[Yamaguchi Revitalization Project Phase 5] Yamaguchi Business Consultation Desk launched in January 2026

https://www.nihon-ma.co.jp/page/260119_information/

[Yamaguchi Prefecture (Yamaguchi City) Satellite Office]

7-66-504 Yamamoto Building, Kogane-cho, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 754-0021 (4-minute walk from Shin-Yamaguchi Station)

[Free Consultation for M&A and Business Succession via the Yamaguchi Business Consultation Desk]

(Toll-free) 0120-03-4150 (Please mention "inquiry about the Yamaguchi Business Consultation Desk")

(Online) https://www.nihon-ma.co.jp/action/DMKCOSYM/

The Japan M&A Center Group will celebrate its 35th anniversary in April 2026.

The company positions this milestone as a "Second Founding," focusing on strengthening its business foundation and enhancing value delivery to achieve further growth.

[Japan M&A Center Holdings Co., Ltd. (TSE Prime: 2127)]

Company Name: Japan M&A Center Holdings Co., Ltd.

Headquarters: Tetsuko Building 24F, 1-8-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Business: Management of group companies

Established: April 1991

Offices: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Sapporo, Okinawa, Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand (including local subsidiaries and Nihon M&A Center's offices)

[Japan M&A Center Co., Ltd.]

Japan M&A Center Co., Ltd. is a leading M&A intermediary firm with the corporate philosophy of "contributing to corporate continuity and growth through M&A services." Since its founding, it has supported over 11,000 M&A transactions. The company collaborates closely with accounting firms, regional financial institutions, megabanks, and securities companies to accelerate consultation opportunities and enhance matchmaking for business succession and M&A. It operates 7 domestic offices, 15 satellite offices, and 5 overseas offices (local subsidiaries of Japan M&A Center Holdings).

◆ Guinness World Records™ Recognition for Most M&A Transactions Handled ◆

Official Record Title: "Company with the Highest Number of Financial Advisory M&A Transactions"

(Year: 2024, Number of Transactions: 1,088)

[Inquiries Regarding This Announcement]

Public Relations, Japan M&A Center Co., Ltd. pr@nihon-ma.co.jp

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Source: PR TIMES
Category: Partnership

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The images show the 'ながとブルーエンジェルス' rugby team celebrating a victory, a logo for '35 YEARS' with a blue bird mascot, and a 'GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS' logo. These visuals support the article's announcement of a partnership renewal and company milestones.

The 'ながとブルーエンジェルス' team celebrates their victory at the '太陽生命ウィメンズセブンズシリーズ 2026 第1戦熊谷大会' with mascots and a banner.
A blue bird mascot with a crown is featured alongside the text '35 YEARS', indicating a 35th anniversary.
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FAQ

Which team has Japan M&A Center partnered with?

Japan M&A Center has partnered with 'Nagato Blue Angels,' a women's rugby sevens team based in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.

Where is the consultation office located in Yamaguchi?

The 'Yamaguchi Business Consultation Desk' is located in Kogane-cho, Yamaguchi City, a 4-minute walk from Shin-Yamaguchi Station.

How can I access the free consultation service?

Free consultations on M&A and business succession are available via toll-free 0120-03-4150 or through the official website.

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