R3 Institute Signs Sponsorship Deal with Pro Golfer Kako Hirahata

R3 Institute Teams Up with Pro Golfer Kako Hirahata

R3 Institute, based in Osaka and led by CEO Akira Nishimatsu, has proudly announced a sponsorship deal with promising pro golfer Kako Hirahata, who will officially start her professional career in October 2025. This agreement, signed on December 16, 2025, is set to begin on January 1, 2026, and marks the first official sponsorship for Hirahata as a professional golfer, following her experience in receiving gear and apparel support.

The collaboration was sparked at the 15th event of the 2025 Mynavi Next Heroine Golf Tour, where Hirahata's dedication and promising outlook left a strong impression on the R3 team. The company is excited to support this young talent as she embarks on her journey in the world of professional golf.

Background and Motivation for the Contract

The relationship began at the Kintone Golf Tournament, an event that not only showcased excellent golf but also provided an opportunity for young golfers to gain exposure and experience. R3 Institute expresses its sincere gratitude to Cybozu, the tournament's host and sponsor, for creating such a remarkable environment for athletes like Hirahata.

Kako Hirahata’s Profile

- Name: Kako Hirahata (HIRAHATA KAKO)
- Date of Birth: January 21, 2007 (18 years old)
- Hometown: Fukuoka Prefecture
- Height: 157 cm
- Blood Type: A
- High School: Yanagikura High School
- Favorite Club: Driver

Amateur Achievements

- Competed in the Japan Women's Open Golf Championship (2024)
- Participated in the Japan Junior Golf Championship
- Won the Prefectural High School Sports Festival (2024)

Kako Hirahata’s Comments

Speaking about the new partnership, Hirahata said, "I am very happy to receive support from R3 Institute. As I work towards passing the pro test, this support will be a significant boost. I won’t forget to express my gratitude to all my supporters, and I will work diligently to return that support with great results. I look forward to your continued warm encouragement."

R3 Institute's Expectations

Starting golf at the age of 10, Hirahata has been serious about the sport since middle school. By 2024, she made a name for herself by winning the prefectural high school festival while setting personal bests, paired with experience in national competitions such as the Japan Junior Golf Championship. Her mastery of the driver allows her an average distance of 230 yards, complemented by her improved accuracy on second shots, as evidenced by her personal record score of 66.

R3 Institute looks forward to growing alongside this emerging talent as she progresses toward her professional career. The company is committed to supporting her to become a vibrant presence in Japanese golf.

About R3 Institute

Founded in 2000, R3 Institute has been actively involved in system development, assisting numerous clients in enhancing their business operations. Drawing from its expertise, R3 offers a variety of services designed to optimize the use of Kintone. Services include:

- Cloud University: Learn the proper usage and best practices of Kintone.
- Kimi no Maholo: Foster a culture of business improvement using Kintone as a tool.
- gusuku Customine: Achieve feature enhancements tailored to business needs through no-code solutions.
- gusuku Deploit: Efficiently manage Kintone applications and data.
- gusuku Boostone: Support services to accelerate the implementation of gusuku Customine.

Through these diverse services, R3 Institute contributes to business improvements in 100 ways for 100 companies.