From the "Wall" of the Construction Site to a "Gate" to the Future. New Arena Wall Art Project "M GATE ART PROJECT" Launched! Mikawa's Stars Drawn by Kaoru Sōta Gather!
A new arena construction project in Mikawa, called "M GATE ART PROJECT," has launched, transforming the site's surrounding walls into a vibrant art display. The project, featuring designs by graphic artist Kaoru Sōta, showcases players and coaches from local sports teams like SeaHorses Mikawa and Queens Kariya, symbolizing the region's pride, community involvement, and the intersection of sports, art, and the city.
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Thank you for your continued support of SeaHorses Mikawa.
We are pleased to announce that as part of the Mikawa Anjo Exchange Hub and Arena Construction Wall Art Project, a design drawn by Kaoru Sōta has been displayed on the walls surrounding the new arena construction site.
The artwork features players and head coaches from SeaHorses Mikawa and Queens Kariya, who belong to the 2025-26 season.
Please take a moment to see it when you visit the new arena construction site.
Project Overview
■ Project Name
M GATE ART PROJECT
■ Concept/Slogan
Draw the Gate (M) to the Future with Everyone's Dreams.
■ Three Identities Embodied in "M"
MIKAWA (三河): Symbolizes pride in the beloved local region of "Mikawa."
MINNA (みんな - Everyone): Fans, residents, teams, companies – everyone is the protagonist.
MIX (交わる - To Mix/Intersect): A place where basketball and volleyball, sports and art, people and the city intersect.
Project Purpose
The "wall" surrounding a construction site is originally a "partition" to hide the interior.
However, we are transforming this space into a "GATE" to the future, represented by the new arena.
Artworks of sports players representing Mikawa will adorn the walls.
The arena construction site will become a "sacred place" for fans, transforming the waiting period for its completion into a process of excitement.
This is the mission of "MGATE."
FUZZHEAD-STUDIO Graphic Artist
Kaoru Sōta (さうだ かおる)
Born in Aichi Prefecture, originally from Kaizu City, Gifu Prefecture, currently residing in Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture.
Began working as a graphic artist in 1998.
Has worked extensively on overseas artwork for MTV and on CD/DVD jackets for artists.