【April Dream】From Kinan, Wakayama to the World: A Bright Future Where No One Gives Up on Their Dreams Through "Soccer x Community Contribution"
Nanki Orange Sunrise FC aims to create a model for regional revitalization in the Kinan area through "soccer x community contribution," ensuring a bright future where everyone can pursue their dreams.
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This press release is the dream of "Nanki Orange Sunrise FC," operated by Nanki Sunrise Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Wakayama Prefecture, Representative Director: Kuniko Michiura).
ONE TEAM Nanki
We are not just a soccer club that aims for victory.
Our dream is to create a model case for regional revitalization in Japan, starting from the Kinan region, through the image of "new professionals" – players who work hard in diverse fields such as local industries, welfare, tourism, education, and entrepreneurship preparation, deeply rooting themselves in the community.
Club Anthem【Memory】
【Three Activities to Shape Our Dream】
1. Fostering the next generation of heroes: Local junior coaching
Our players serve as coaches for local junior soccer clubs.
By not only teaching techniques but also showing their dedication as active athletes pursuing their dreams, they contribute to the healthy development of children and the promotion of sports.
It is our joy to raise future stars who will soar from Wakayama to the world, together with the community.
We will expand our activities in collaboration with junior soccer clubs across Wakayama Prefecture, creating opportunities for children to dream of continuing soccer in this region in the future.
2. As storytellers of World Heritage: Global community contribution
Some of our players work at the "Wakayama Prefectural World Heritage Center," taking on the role of conveying the charm of Wakayama's World Heritage sites to visitors from both Japan and overseas.
With the same passion they show on the pitch, they serve as the "face" that transmits the region's history and pride to the world, contributing to the revitalization of local tourism.
We will also create opportunities for players who have moved to Kinan from other regions to learn about and share the appeal of Wakayama's World Heritage sites.
With the chief priest of Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine
Yatagarasu is synonymous with JFA – Hongu Taisha Shrine
3. Aiming to be "life professionals": Entrepreneurial challenge and role models
Looking ahead to their retirement, players actively participate in entrepreneurship training organized by local governments.
Their dedication to learning and networking to launch their own businesses transcends the boundaries of being sports players, aiming to become role models for a "new way of life" – forging their own paths in the Kinan region.
Attending an entrepreneurship seminar and moving towards a second career
【Future Outlook: 2027, Changing the Club Name to a More Regionally Distinctive One】
We aim to change our club name in 2027 to become an entity more integrated with the region. Bearing the name of the World Heritage site "Kumano," we will become a hub where soccer, welfare, tourism, and individual dreams intersect.
Our ultimate dream is to create a community overflowing with smiles, where everyone, from children to the elderly, and people with or without disabilities, can be the main character when they visit the stadium.
This press release is the dream of "Nanki Orange Sunrise FC," operated by Nanki Sunrise Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Wakayama Prefecture, Representative Director: Kuniko Michiura).
ONE TEAM Nanki
We are not just a soccer club that aims for victory.
Our dream is to create a model case for regional revitalization in Japan, starting from the Kinan region, through the image of "new professionals" – players who work hard in diverse fields such as local industries, welfare, tourism, education, and entrepreneurship preparation, deeply rooting themselves in the community.
Club Anthem【Memory】
【Three Activities to Shape Our Dream】
1. Fostering the next generation of heroes: Local junior coaching
Our players serve as coaches for local junior soccer clubs.
By not only teaching techniques but also showing their dedication as active athletes pursuing their dreams, they contribute to the healthy development of children and the promotion of sports.
It is our joy to raise future stars who will soar from Wakayama to the world, together with the community.
We will expand our activities in collaboration with junior soccer clubs across Wakayama Prefecture, creating opportunities for children to dream of continuing soccer in this region in the future.
2. As storytellers of World Heritage: Global community contribution
Some of our players work at the "Wakayama Prefectural World Heritage Center," taking on the role of conveying the charm of Wakayama's World Heritage sites to visitors from both Japan and overseas.
With the same passion they show on the pitch, they serve as the "face" that transmits the region's history and pride to the world, contributing to the revitalization of local tourism.
We will also create opportunities for players who have moved to Kinan from other regions to learn about and share the appeal of Wakayama's World Heritage sites.
With the chief priest of Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine
Yatagarasu is synonymous with JFA – Hongu Taisha Shrine
3. Aiming to be "life professionals": Entrepreneurial challenge and role models
Looking ahead to their retirement, players actively participate in entrepreneurship training organized by local governments.
Their dedication to learning and networking to launch their own businesses transcends the boundaries of being sports players, aiming to become role models for a "new way of life" – forging their own paths in the Kinan region.
Attending an entrepreneurship seminar and moving towards a second career
【Future Outlook: 2027, Changing the Club Name to a More Regionally Distinctive One】
We aim to change our club name in 2027 to become an entity more integrated with the region. Bearing the name of the World Heritage site "Kumano," we will become a hub where soccer, welfare, tourism, and individual dreams intersect.
Our ultimate dream is to create a community overflowing with smiles, where everyone, from children to the elderly, and people with or without disabilities, can be the main character when they visit the stadium.
FAQ
What are Nanki Orange Sunrise FC's main activities?
They engage in diverse community contribution activities rooted in the region, including junior coaching, World Heritage guiding, and players participating in entrepreneurship training.
What is the club aiming for in 2027?
They aim to change the club name to one strongly associated with the region, such as "Kumano," and become a community hub where soccer, welfare, tourism, and individual dreams intersect.
How do players contribute to the community?
Players contribute to the revitalization of the local economy, education, and tourism through activities such as junior coaching, working at the World Heritage Center, and participating in entrepreneurship training.