Challenges Don't End at 35: 'IKIZAMA' to Spotlight Adult Challengers

Shining a spotlight on adults who dare to challenge.

IKIZAMA Entertainment Co., Ltd. will hold 'IKIZAMA', an amateur kickboxing tournament limited to participants aged 35 and over.

Many people devoted themselves to sports or studies during their school years, but after entering the workforce, they put their own challenges on hold for work and family.

However, the desire to take on challenges does not fade with age.

IKIZAMA is a stage for such adults to set new goals, strive earnestly, and challenge their own limits.

The athletes who step into the ring are not just fighters.

They are challengers who carry their own lives—business owners, company employees, doctors, lawyers, salespeople, artisans—and fight their daily battles.

We believe that their challenging spirit brings courage and hope to society.

A 'Platform for Challenges' Beyond Martial Arts

IKIZAMA is not just a martial arts tournament.

It is a platform that connects challengers with companies and local communities that support them.

Each athlete has a life story.

"A person stepping into the ring for the first time after turning 40."

"A person balancing work and childcare while taking on a challenge."

"A person returning after overcoming illness or setbacks."

By sharing these stories, we aim to deliver a positive impact to many people.

[Value for Corporate Sponsors]

IKIZAMA provides opportunities to:
- Build a corporate image that supports challenging adults
- Form networks with business owners and professionals
- Expand recognition through SNS and video content
- Realize contributions to local communities

By participating as a sponsor, companies can enhance their brand value as a 'company that supports challenges,' rather than just placing advertisements.

[Tournament Ambassador]

The tournament ambassador is Hideaki Yamazaki, former K-1 WORLD GP Super Lightweight world champion.

Utilizing his experience as a top fighter representing Japan, he will support the challenging adults and contribute to enhancing the tournament's value.

[Representative Comment]

"Life can be challenged at any age."

IKIZAMA is not a tournament that only competes for wins and losses.

Value lies in the effort and determination leading up to the ring, and in the person's life itself.

We want to deliver courage and vitality throughout Japan through the sight of adults taking on challenges.

And together with companies that share this sentiment, we want to create a new culture of challenge.

IKIZAMA Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Representative: Yohei Suzuki