Sporta Japan Corporation and The Artest Foundation are proud to announce the continuation of their partnership for a second year, deepening their shared commitment to mental health awareness, youth empowerment, and community development through the power of sports. The collaboration unites Sporta's mission to promote mental wellness through athletics with The Artest Foundation — established by Ron Artest, Sr. in partnership with former NBA champion and mental health advocate

In celebration of AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Heritage Month this May, Sporta Japan Corporation is proud to present a report highlighting the impact of two community-driven events conducted during the 2025–26 season in collaboration with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC). Both initiatives placed Asian athletes at the center, delivering on a dual mission: empowering the next generation through role models, and sharing valuable insights with business lea

Shinji Okazaki NYC Tour 2026 April 12–15, 2026 Over four days in New York City, the tour showcased the power of sports. From a youth soccer clinic and school visits to business engagements and the special talk session “A Night of Legends” with Hideki Matsui, the program was both diverse and highly engaging. At the clinic, over 100 youth players experienced Shinji Okazaki’s skills and insights firsthand, gaining inspiration both on and off the field. The tour also brought tog

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 22nd, 2026 Sporta Japan Corporation Sporta Japan Corporation announces that Asami Morita has stepped down from her role as Supervisor of “PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~,” an initiative supporting Japanese women’s basketball players pursuing opportunities overseas. She has recently been appointed as an Assistant Coach in an NCAA Division I program, and we are excited to see her continued success at the highest level of collegiate athletics. In light

Two icons of world sport. One night in New York. Sporta Japan Corporation is proud to announce A Night of Legends , an exclusive talk session taking place on Monday, April 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City. Featured Athletes Hideki Matsui — Former New York Yankees / MLB World Series MVP Shinji Okazaki — Former Leicester City / Premier League Champion Event Details Date & Time Monday, April 13, 2026 · 6:30 – 8:30 PM (Tentative) Location Manhattan, New York City (Venue TBA)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 24th, 2026 Sporta Japan Corporation Sporta Japan Corporation is pleased to announce the appointment of Asami Morita as Supervisor of PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~, an international initiative designed to support overseas development pathways for young female basketball players. After graduating from Kansai University, Morita moved to the United States and served for seven years as an assistant coach at Robert Morris University (NCAA Division I) a

NEW YORK, NY - February 12th, 2026 Sporta Japan Corporation is pleased to announce the organization of an exclusive youth soccer clinic in the New York City area featuring Shinji Okazaki , former Japan National Team forward and Premier League champion. Okazaki, currently head coach of Basara Mainz, brings an exceptional international career spanning top professional leagues in Germany, England, Spain, and Belgium. He earned 119 caps and scored 50 goals for the Japan National