abc Corporation Announces Sponsorship of "RIZIN.53" to be Held on May 10th
abc Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Gen Matsuda, Securities Code: 8783) has announced its sponsorship of "RIZIN.53," Japan's premier martial arts event, as a RIZIN sponsor. The event will be held on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at GLION ARENA KOBE, aiming to enhance brand recognition and acquire new customers for its financial, Web3, and entertainment businesses.
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abc Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Gen Matsuda, Securities Code: 8783, hereinafter "the Company") announces its sponsorship as a RIZIN sponsor for "RIZIN.53," Japan's premier martial arts event, to be held on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at GLION ARENA KOBE.
"RIZIN.53" to be held at GLION ARENA KOBE.
RIZIN Official Website for Martial Arts Events
1. **What is RIZIN?**
RIZIN was launched in 2015 as Japan's top mixed martial arts event, bringing together top fighters from Japan and abroad throughout the year. Tournaments held at major arenas across Japan, such as Ariake Arena, Saitama Super Arena, Marine Messe Fukuoka, and this time GLION ARENA KOBE, are streamed via PPV (Pay-Per-View) on platforms like ABEMA and U-NEXT, thrilling fans not only in Japan but worldwide.
2. **May 10th "RIZIN.53"**
**[Event Outline]**
Date & Time: Sunday, May 10, 2026, 12:00 PM Doors Open (scheduled) / 2:00 PM Start (scheduled)
Venue: GLION ARENA KOBE
Organizer: RIZIN FIGHTING FEDERATION
**[Featured Fight Cards]**
Fight Cards: https://jp.rizinff.com/_ct/17831008
"RIZIN.53" at GLION ARENA KOBE will feature a lightweight title match between champion Ilhom Nozimov and Luis Gustavo! In addition, a lineup of star-studded matches includes the fated clash between martial arts leaders Ren Hiramoto and Kouzi, and the激烈 confrontation between Shinobu Ota and Kintaro.
Furthermore, fighters such as Ryo Takagi vs. Kaiwen Li, and Miyu Matsushima vs. Ryan Cafaro, along with notable fighters like Kate Lotus and Daiki Lightyear, will participate, marking a new page in martial arts history as a premier event.
3. **About the Sponsorship Relationship between abc Corporation and RIZIN**
On February 7, 2025, the Company, its subsidiary Crane Game Japan Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "CGJ Co."), and Dream Factory Worldwide Inc., which operates RIZIN, entered into a basic agreement, initiating a comprehensive partnership with RIZIN.
**[Past Sponsorship Achievements]**
In fiscal year 2025, the Company sponsored a total of 5 tournaments, including "RIZIN.50 Kagawa Tournament," "Super RIZIN.4 Midsummer Brawl Festival," and "Yogibo presents RIZIN Year-end Super Strongman Festival."
In fiscal year 2026, the Company continues to support the following tournaments:
・2026
March 7th "RIZIN.52" (Ariake Arena)
April 12th "Yamato Kaihatsu presents RIZIN LANDMARK 13 in FUKUOKA" (Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall A)
May 10th "RIZIN.53" (GLION ARENA KOBE) [This event]
The Company continuously sponsors major RIZIN tournaments throughout the year, supporting the development of the Japanese martial arts scene.
4. **Purpose and Expected Effects of Sponsorship**
The Company's pursuit of a partnership with RIZIN is based on the following strategic objectives:
**[1. Enhancement of Brand Recognition]**
RIZIN is broadcast live via PPV, reaching millions of viewers each time. This greatly contributes to enhancing the brand recognition of our group.
**[2. Approach to Diverse Customer Segments]**
Martial arts fans span a wide range of ages and demographics, and we expect to acquire new customers for our financial business, Web3 projects, and entertainment business.
**[3. Potential for Collaboration with Web3 Projects]**
We aim to merge the new value exchange system utilizing Web3 technology promoted by the Company with RIZIN's fan ecosystem, creating new value in the sports entertainment industry.
5. **Future Developments**
Through its partnership with RIZIN, the Company will continue its initiatives in athlete support and the sports entertainment sector.
Furthermore, we will explore collaboration possibilities with various business contents and Web3 projects developed by our group, and deploy promotional measures compatible with RIZIN's fan ecosystem.
◆About abc Corporation (Securities Code: 8783 Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market) https://abc-chain.com/
abc advocates "making diversity a currency." This phrase, which is our identity and North Star, is a promise for a future society. We aim to embody this promise through our economic activities.
"RIZIN.53" to be held at GLION ARENA KOBE.
RIZIN Official Website for Martial Arts Events
1. **What is RIZIN?**
RIZIN was launched in 2015 as Japan's top mixed martial arts event, bringing together top fighters from Japan and abroad throughout the year. Tournaments held at major arenas across Japan, such as Ariake Arena, Saitama Super Arena, Marine Messe Fukuoka, and this time GLION ARENA KOBE, are streamed via PPV (Pay-Per-View) on platforms like ABEMA and U-NEXT, thrilling fans not only in Japan but worldwide.
2. **May 10th "RIZIN.53"**
**[Event Outline]**
Date & Time: Sunday, May 10, 2026, 12:00 PM Doors Open (scheduled) / 2:00 PM Start (scheduled)
Venue: GLION ARENA KOBE
Organizer: RIZIN FIGHTING FEDERATION
**[Featured Fight Cards]**
Fight Cards: https://jp.rizinff.com/_ct/17831008
"RIZIN.53" at GLION ARENA KOBE will feature a lightweight title match between champion Ilhom Nozimov and Luis Gustavo! In addition, a lineup of star-studded matches includes the fated clash between martial arts leaders Ren Hiramoto and Kouzi, and the激烈 confrontation between Shinobu Ota and Kintaro.
Furthermore, fighters such as Ryo Takagi vs. Kaiwen Li, and Miyu Matsushima vs. Ryan Cafaro, along with notable fighters like Kate Lotus and Daiki Lightyear, will participate, marking a new page in martial arts history as a premier event.
3. **About the Sponsorship Relationship between abc Corporation and RIZIN**
On February 7, 2025, the Company, its subsidiary Crane Game Japan Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "CGJ Co."), and Dream Factory Worldwide Inc., which operates RIZIN, entered into a basic agreement, initiating a comprehensive partnership with RIZIN.
**[Past Sponsorship Achievements]**
In fiscal year 2025, the Company sponsored a total of 5 tournaments, including "RIZIN.50 Kagawa Tournament," "Super RIZIN.4 Midsummer Brawl Festival," and "Yogibo presents RIZIN Year-end Super Strongman Festival."
In fiscal year 2026, the Company continues to support the following tournaments:
・2026
March 7th "RIZIN.52" (Ariake Arena)
April 12th "Yamato Kaihatsu presents RIZIN LANDMARK 13 in FUKUOKA" (Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall A)
May 10th "RIZIN.53" (GLION ARENA KOBE) [This event]
The Company continuously sponsors major RIZIN tournaments throughout the year, supporting the development of the Japanese martial arts scene.
4. **Purpose and Expected Effects of Sponsorship**
The Company's pursuit of a partnership with RIZIN is based on the following strategic objectives:
**[1. Enhancement of Brand Recognition]**
RIZIN is broadcast live via PPV, reaching millions of viewers each time. This greatly contributes to enhancing the brand recognition of our group.
**[2. Approach to Diverse Customer Segments]**
Martial arts fans span a wide range of ages and demographics, and we expect to acquire new customers for our financial business, Web3 projects, and entertainment business.
**[3. Potential for Collaboration with Web3 Projects]**
We aim to merge the new value exchange system utilizing Web3 technology promoted by the Company with RIZIN's fan ecosystem, creating new value in the sports entertainment industry.
5. **Future Developments**
Through its partnership with RIZIN, the Company will continue its initiatives in athlete support and the sports entertainment sector.
Furthermore, we will explore collaboration possibilities with various business contents and Web3 projects developed by our group, and deploy promotional measures compatible with RIZIN's fan ecosystem.
◆About abc Corporation (Securities Code: 8783 Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market) https://abc-chain.com/
abc advocates "making diversity a currency." This phrase, which is our identity and North Star, is a promise for a future society. We aim to embody this promise through our economic activities.