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Haruna Nagamori Crowned as Triple Champion at National Short Track Speed Skating Championships

On December 13-14, 2025, the 48th National Short Track Speed Skating Championships were held at the Tokyo Tatsumi Ice Arena, where Haruna Nagamori, a member of the ice sports team of Suzette Holdings, achieved a remarkable feat by winning the championship titles in the women's 500m, 1000m, and 1500m events. This extraordinary accomplishment marks Nagamori's first national title in 18 competitions, earning her a well-deserved place in the world championships scheduled for February 2026.

Nagamori's success was complemented by teammate Yuwa Matsubayashi, who secured two championships in the men's 1000m and 1500m events, thus being named as an alternate for the Japanese national team.

Championship Results

The results of the 48th National Short Track Speed Skating Championships are as follows:

Women - Haruna Nagamori

• - 500m: 1st place
• - 1000m: 1st place
• - 1500m: 1st place (Triple Champion)

Others:

• - Kurumi Shimane (Ranking: 500m - 21st, 1000m - 34th, 1500m - 34th)

Men - Yuwa Matsubayashi

• - 500m: 20th place
• - 1000m: 1st place
• - 1500m: 1st place (Two-time champion)

The Vision Behind the Ice Sports Team

Goki Arida, President of Suzette Holdings, shared that the establishment of the ice sports team was inspired by a challenge referred to them from Hyogo Prefecture: the lack of opportunities for skilled athletes, which often leads them to relocate elsewhere. The team's aim is to contribute to job creation, regional enhancement, and the growth of the sport. Arida expressed immense pride in Nagamori's outstanding performance, which has exceeded the organization's expectations.

Arida also commended the uplifting spirit of the team. Despite her ranking, Shimane maintained a positive attitude, fostering camaraderie and communication among her teammates. Matsubayashi, who has typically been more reserved, expressed his ambition to exhibit the strength of the brand during his competition alongside Nagamori’s triumph.

The Importance of Spirit

The determination to aim for the