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Hockey Japan League 2025 Official Program

The highly anticipated official program for the 2025 Hockey Japan League has finally been completed and is now available for purchase. This edition features a stunning cover that marks a significant milestone for artist Kousuke Ota, who has beautifully depicted the excitement and joy of hockey through his vibrant artwork. Residing in Fukuoka Prefecture, Ota takes on the challenge of sports art for the first time, creating a piece that is not only visually captivating but also resonates with the exhilaration of the sport itself.

About Kousuke Ota

Kousuke Ota was born in Miyazaki Prefecture and diagnosed with autism accompanied by intellectual disabilities at the age of two. Despite these challenges, he began expressing himself through art at the age of ten. Ota creates his paintings without preliminary sketches or inhibitions, aiming to spread happiness to everyone through his work. He channels his genuine feelings directly onto the canvas, avoiding any doubts or concerns about perfection. His approach fosters a unique, raw perspective in his artwork, enabling him to connect deeply with viewers.

Ota’s previous works like “Lion 2024” and “Gorilla 2023” have gained recognition, and his incredible journey was featured in an NHK documentary titled “Art Gives Freedom - An Autistic Painter and His Family” in April 2021. This documentary highlighted his artistic journey and the support of his family.

Moreover, a representation of Ota’s artwork will be featured in the TBS series “Lion's Hideout,” set to air in April 2024. The show will showcase the art created by Mik-kun, a character played by actor Ryuta Bandou, who embodies the perspective of a young man on the autism spectrum, drawing attention to the beauty and strength of inclusive representation in media.

Program Contents

The official program is packed with essential information, including team and player introductions, competition schedules, and historical league rankings. It also includes special features:

• - Feature 1: Exploring the Future of Hockey through Young Players
• - Feature 2: Insights into Sakura Japan’s Paris Olympics and the Japanese national team’s outlook for the Los Angeles Olympics
• - Feature 3: Interviews with players who joined teams in the 2024 corporate league
• - Feature 4: An engaging section titled “Let’s Go to the Stadium!”

For just 2,300 yen (including shipping), fans can acquire this beautifully designed B5-sized program that turns the viewing experience of the Japan League into an even more enjoyable occasion. The program is intended to help many people connect with the sport on a deeper level and celebrate the excitement of hockey in Japan.

Features

• - Japan League Charter
• - Greetings from Honorary President of JHA, Princess Takamado
• - Message from HJL Chairman Makiyoshi
• - Implementation guidelines for the Takamado Hockey Japan League
• - Detailed competition schedules and results for various leagues
• - Historical statistics, including the all-time scoring rankings for men’s and women’s sections
• - Rules guide for hockey spectators and stadium information
• - Profile of artist Kousuke Ota

Make sure not to miss the chance to own this fantastic program that embodies the spirit of hockey and promotes artistic brilliance! Order now and join us in supporting the growth of sports and inclusivity in art.