[Para-Athletics/Wheelchair Racing] Takumi Yamamoto wins four titles in the men's wheelchair 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m at the '2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships'.
Takumi Yamamoto, an athlete employed by Beads International, won four titles in the men's wheelchair 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m at the 2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships held on May 16-17, 2026.
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## Overview
Takumi Yamamoto, an athlete affiliated with Beads International (HQ: Meguro-ku, Tokyo; President: Yusaku Nishikata), which operates street brands such as XLARGE, X-girl, MILKFED., and SILAS, competed in the 'World Para Athletics-sanctioned 2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships' held at Paloma Mizuho Stadium (Nagoya, Aichi) on May 16-17, 2026. He won the men's wheelchair 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m, achieving four titles.
## Tournament Details
- Name: World Para Athletics-sanctioned 2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships
- Period: May 16 (Sat) - 17 (Sun), 2026
- Venue: Paloma Mizuho Stadium (Mizuho Park Athletics Stadium)
- Address: 5-4 Yamashita-dori, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
## Comment from Takumi Yamamoto
"I competed in four events: the 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m. I was able to race at the renovated Paloma Mizuho Stadium, which will host the Asian Games this summer. It was very hot, but I set a personal best in the 200m and finished with four titles. With the Japanese Championships coming up next month, I will continue my training to aim for further personal records. Thank you for your support."
## Profile
Born March 2, 2000, in Kanagawa Prefecture. He started athletics in his second year of elementary school in 2007, and switched to a competitive wheelchair racer in his second year of high school in 2017. That same year, he participated in the Asian Para Youth Games as a member of the Japanese national team. His specialty is the 100m. He is currently training daily, aiming to break national records and qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. He is Beads International's first para-athlete employee.
## Company Statement
Beads International promotes street culture in various fields beyond apparel, including sports. We are committed to continuing to create an environment where athletes can perform to their full potential.
Takumi Yamamoto, an athlete affiliated with Beads International (HQ: Meguro-ku, Tokyo; President: Yusaku Nishikata), which operates street brands such as XLARGE, X-girl, MILKFED., and SILAS, competed in the 'World Para Athletics-sanctioned 2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships' held at Paloma Mizuho Stadium (Nagoya, Aichi) on May 16-17, 2026. He won the men's wheelchair 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m, achieving four titles.
## Tournament Details
- Name: World Para Athletics-sanctioned 2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships
- Period: May 16 (Sat) - 17 (Sun), 2026
- Venue: Paloma Mizuho Stadium (Mizuho Park Athletics Stadium)
- Address: 5-4 Yamashita-dori, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
## Comment from Takumi Yamamoto
"I competed in four events: the 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m. I was able to race at the renovated Paloma Mizuho Stadium, which will host the Asian Games this summer. It was very hot, but I set a personal best in the 200m and finished with four titles. With the Japanese Championships coming up next month, I will continue my training to aim for further personal records. Thank you for your support."
## Profile
Born March 2, 2000, in Kanagawa Prefecture. He started athletics in his second year of elementary school in 2007, and switched to a competitive wheelchair racer in his second year of high school in 2017. That same year, he participated in the Asian Para Youth Games as a member of the Japanese national team. His specialty is the 100m. He is currently training daily, aiming to break national records and qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. He is Beads International's first para-athlete employee.
## Company Statement
Beads International promotes street culture in various fields beyond apparel, including sports. We are committed to continuing to create an environment where athletes can perform to their full potential.
FAQ
Who is Takumi Yamamoto?
A para-athlete and wheelchair racer born in 2000 from Kanagawa. He is Beads International's first para-athlete employee, aiming for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.
Why does Beads International support athletes?
To promote sports within the context of street culture and to create an environment where athletes can fully utilize their potential.
In which tournament did he win the four titles?
The World Para Athletics-sanctioned '2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships'.