Empowering Dreams through Baseball
In an inspiring initiative, Emotore Inc., which specializes in the growth supplement brand SENOBIRU, has partnered with the
Smokey Mountain Baseball Project 2025 (SMBP). This event took place from
May 23rd to 25th, 2025 in Manila, Philippines, and is aimed at supporting children living in the challenging environment of the Smokey Mountain slum area.
What is the Smokey Mountain Baseball Project?
The
Smokey Mountain Baseball Project is a 14-year-old initiative dedicated to teaching baseball to children from socially disadvantaged backgrounds in Manila. Not only does it focus on athletic development, but it also aims to empower these children to secure scholarships for their future education. The 2025 edition witnessed the participation of approximately
40 volunteers from Japan, including former professional baseball players like
Mitsukazu Ogasawara and
Takayuki Kajitani, along with popular YouTuber
Manpei from EXIT JACK, who passionately coached the children and shared their experiences.
Emotore’s Mission and Support
Emotore’s collaboration with SMBP aligns perfectly with its mission, which emphasizes increasing the happiness and vitality of children, contributing to a society filled with love and family bonds. By developing and selling the growth supplement
DR.SENOBIRU, the company has been active in supporting children’s growth and providing them with opportunities to thrive in sports. Through various sponsorships with professional sports teams and organizations, Emotore aims to create better environments for children to pursue sports.
By supporting the Smokey Mountain project, Emotore has taken a significant step beyond Japan, contributing to the dreams and aspirations of children living in slums who face adversity.
Gifts for the Participants
During the event, the children received
SENOBIRU original caps from Emotore, symbolizing the company’s commitment to their futures. Emotore's Vice President,
Shunsuke Iwanaka, was present to distribute gifts and encourage the young athletes.
Future Perspectives
Emotore intends to expand its efforts globally, ensuring that children everywhere have the opportunity to chase their dreams. The company's vision includes seeing graduates of the Smokey Mountain program excel not only as professional baseball players in Japan and around the world but also as individuals who achieve financial stability through scholarships won via their baseball skills. This conversion of sporting success into educational and economic opportunities stands at the heart of what Emotore hopes to achieve, creating a ripple effect of happiness among children and their families.
About SENOBIRU
The
SENOBIRU brand, developed by Emotore, carries the slogan, "
Grow Stronger by Reaching Higher." Focused on supporting children's growth, SENOBIRU offers high-concentration arginine supplements through
DR.SENOBIRU, a YouTube channel called
To be Stronger aimed at supporting junior athletes, and a program named
Team Senobiru, which encourages aspiring young athletes to reach for high goals.
For more details on SENOBIRU and its programs, visit the official website:
SENOBIRU Official Site.