Announcement of the Launch of Project 'Japan Evolving NextGen'
Deshima Football Consultancy, co-owner of MVV Maastricht, has announced the team name and logo for the U17 Japan team participating in the upcoming 'MVV Maastricht Cup' international youth tournament in August 2026.
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## Overview
Deshima Football Consultancy, co-owner of the Dutch Eerste Divisie (second division) club MVV Maastricht, has announced the official team name and logo for the U17 Japanese representative team that will compete in the inaugural 'MVV Maastricht Cup,' an international youth tournament to be held in Maastricht, Netherlands, in August 2026.
## Team Information
- Team Name: Japan Evolving NextGen
## Concept
This project serves as the 'next step' stage for promising next-generation talents currently in high schools and youth teams across Japan.
The team name embodies the wish for young Japanese talents to 'evolve' through growth and leaps in Europe, and to fly out to the world as the 'NextGen' (next generation) who will carry the future of Japanese soccer.
## Philosophy of the Logo Design
1. From 'Dejima' to the World: The top part of the logo is based on the inverted shape of 'Dejima,' representing a base for young Japanese to enter the global stage.
2. A 'Spear' to Carve the Future: Rather than a 'shield,' a 'spear' was chosen to signify young people actively forging new possibilities.
3. Taking Flight with 'Wings': A dynamic design where the red 'Dejima,' inspired by the Japanese flag, transforms into wings.
4. Central Motif: The initials of the project are placed in the center of the logo.
Further information regarding the tournament and squad details will be provided through the official website and social media channels.
Deshima Football Consultancy, co-owner of the Dutch Eerste Divisie (second division) club MVV Maastricht, has announced the official team name and logo for the U17 Japanese representative team that will compete in the inaugural 'MVV Maastricht Cup,' an international youth tournament to be held in Maastricht, Netherlands, in August 2026.
## Team Information
- Team Name: Japan Evolving NextGen
## Concept
This project serves as the 'next step' stage for promising next-generation talents currently in high schools and youth teams across Japan.
The team name embodies the wish for young Japanese talents to 'evolve' through growth and leaps in Europe, and to fly out to the world as the 'NextGen' (next generation) who will carry the future of Japanese soccer.
## Philosophy of the Logo Design
1. From 'Dejima' to the World: The top part of the logo is based on the inverted shape of 'Dejima,' representing a base for young Japanese to enter the global stage.
2. A 'Spear' to Carve the Future: Rather than a 'shield,' a 'spear' was chosen to signify young people actively forging new possibilities.
3. Taking Flight with 'Wings': A dynamic design where the red 'Dejima,' inspired by the Japanese flag, transforms into wings.
4. Central Motif: The initials of the project are placed in the center of the logo.
Further information regarding the tournament and squad details will be provided through the official website and social media channels.
FAQ
「Japan Evolving NextGen」プロジェクトとは何ですか？
日本全国の高校やユースチームの若き才能が、欧州の地で成長と飛躍を遂げ、次世代の日本サッカー界を担う人材として世界へ羽ばたくことを目指すプロジェクトです。
「MVV Maastricht Cup」はいつ開催されますか？
2026年8月にオランダのマーストリヒトにて初開催されます。
公式チームロゴの「矛」にはどのような意味が込められていますか？
伝統を守るだけでなく、未来を担う若者が新しい可能性を自ら切り開いていくという意味が込められています。
出島フットボールはどのような組織ですか？
オランダを拠点とし、フットボール人材育成のための欧州拠点を構築する企業です。2025年4月よりMVVマーストリヒトの株式を取得し、日蘭の橋渡しやクラブ経営、人材育成を行っています。
このプロジェクトの運営母体はどこですか？
MVVマーストリヒトの共同オーナーである出島フットボール (Deshima Football Consultancy BV) が運営しています。