Japan eSports Union (JESU) Holds Integrity and Anti-Doping Training Session for eSports Stakeholders

The Japan eSports Union (JESU) conducted a training session for eSports stakeholders, including professional players and team personnel, at Japan Sport Olympic Square on April 11, 2026. This session, part of an ongoing initiative since 2024, focused on enhancing responsibility and trust within the eSports community. The 3-hour program was divided into three parts: integrity, anti-doping, and interview response. The compliance training, led by JESU Director Suzuki (with over 15 years of eSports business experience), emphasized the importance of trust with recent case examples. The anti-doping training, led by Mr. Yamamoto, explained rules and aimed to integrate anti-doping as a core part of eSports culture. The interview training, led by announcer Shinohara, provided practical insights into how players are perceived by the media. JESU, which changed its name from "Japan eSports Federation" in August 2025, continues to promote the development of eSports in Japan through various initiatives, including official title recognition, professional license issuance, and dispatching athletes to international competitions. Key sponsors include Mouse Computer, Kowa, Toppan, MegRhythm, and Mizuno. Suppliers include Men's Biore and Mizuno. Support is also provided by foundations such as the Kozuki Foundation and Mizuno Sports Promotion Foundation, and in cooperation with CESA and JOGA, and endorsed by JAIA and AMD.