[Para Table Tennis] Athlete Employee Genki Saito Selected for FY2026 International Competition Dispatch and Enhanced Training Squad

Plantec Inc. (Location: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Naoyuki Koyama) is pleased to announce that its athlete employee, Genki Saito, has been selected by the Japan Table Tennis Association for the Physically Disabled as a "FY2026 International Competition Dispatch Player" and an "Enhanced Training Squad Member."

Overwhelming Achievements Domestically and Internationally, and the Background of His Selection

Mr. Saito practices a "dual career," working as a full-time employee at our company while continuing his activities as a top para table tennis athlete. He has achieved overwhelming results, including winning the All Japan Championship in 2026 and securing three titles in international competitions where top players from around the world gather. His consistent strength both domestically and internationally, along with his high potential for winning medals on the international stage in the future, led to his selection.

Moving forward, as a member of the Japanese national team, he is scheduled to participate in the ITTF World Para Future Santiago 2026 (Chile) and ITTF World Para Challenger Sao Paulo 2026 (Brazil) in FY2026.

Genki Saito Profile

Name: Genki Saito

Affiliation: Plantec Inc.

Sport: Para Table Tennis

Main Achievements:

◆ Domestic Competitions

2024

・16th All Japan Para Table Tennis Championships: Men's Singles Runner-up

2025

・45th All Japan Open Para Table Tennis Championships: Men's Singles Top 8, Team Event Winner

・17th All Japan Para Table Tennis Championships: Men's Singles Runner-up

2026

・4th Para Table Tennis Doubles Exchange Tournament: Wheelchair Mixed Doubles Runner-up

・46th All Japan Open Para Table Tennis Championships: Men's Singles Winner

◆ International Competitions

2024

・Paris 2024 Paralympic Games World Final Qualification: Men's Singles Winner

・Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: Men's Singles 9th place, Men's Doubles 5th place

2025

・ITTF World Para Future Spokane 2025 (USA): Men's Singles Top 8

・ITTF World Para Future Tokyo 2025 (Japan): Men's Singles Top 8, Men's Doubles Runner-up

・ITTF World Para Challenger Giza 2025 (Egypt): Men's Doubles Top 8

2026

・ITTF World Para Future Gold Coast 2026 (Australia): Men's Singles / Men's Doubles / Mixed Doubles Winner

・ITTF World Para Future Costa Brava 2026 (Spain): Men's Singles Runner-up

Comment from Genki Saito

This year, I have again been designated as an "Enhanced Training Squad Member" by the Japan Table Tennis Association for the Physically Disabled, placing me in the highest category of enhanced training. I strongly feel that this is entirely due to the daily support from our company's employees and those around me.

Since the beginning of this year, I have achieved good results in the Australia and Spain tournaments. However, I will not become complacent or rest on these results and rankings. I intend to continue to carefully confront myself and my challenges, cherishing each moment in my athletic life.

Additionally, the Asian Para Games are scheduled to be held in Aichi Prefecture this October. Although my participation has not yet been decided, I am committed to practicing daily to secure a spot.

As an enhanced training squad member, I will strive to maintain a higher level of awareness as an athlete and pay attention to my daily words and actions, so that I can continue to be an athlete worthy of this position.

Thank you for your continued support.

Plantec's Athlete Support Initiatives

Our company believes that the spirit of athletes who face challenges and continue to strive resonates with our core values of "Respect Others," "Be Professional," and "Grow Together." Therefore, we support athletes by employing them and assisting their competitive activities. Mr. Saito's success significantly contributes to boosting employee morale and fostering a sense of unity within the organization.

Plantec will continue to create an environment where Mr. Saito can aim for the top of the world, while also contributing to society through sports and promoting diverse work styles.

Company Overview

[Company Name] Plantec Inc.

[Representative] Naoyuki Koyama, Representative Director and President

[Business Locations] Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Sendai, Fukuoka, Naha, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Mexico

[Business Activities] Consulting services related to urban planning. Design and supervision services for general construction. Project management services. Construction management services. Facility management services. Interior coordination services. Consulting services related to facilities. Real estate sales, leasing, brokerage, and management. Planning, development, design, production, operation, and management of digital content. Planning and operation of events and exhibitions.

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Contact for this matter

Plantec Inc. Business Planning Office

Public Relations: Horiguchi (070-3514-7539) / Kawamura (080-9043-8685)

FAX: 03-3237-8775, Email: pr@plantec.co.jp

Plantec Inc.

As an architectural design firm that solves clients' management challenges, Plantec primarily focuses on architectural planning and design. They also provide hands-on consulting from the client's perspective in areas such as reorganization of bases, grand design, redevelopment and urban planning support, risk management including earthquake resistance and BCP measures, and business reform proposals including work style and workplace suggestions. Following offices in Thailand and Vietnam, new offices will be established in Mexico in spring 2025 and Singapore in summer 2025. They boast over 10 years of experience since starting overseas operations.