Protecting Athletes from Extreme Heat: The Airy Mist Cooling System
With the increasing temperatures in Japan, especially in sports settings, athlete safety is becoming a growing concern. Japan Sports Facilities, Inc. has developed an innovative solution—
Airy Mist, a cooling mist system designed to enhance the well-being of athletes training in extreme heat. As reported by a research team from Hosei University, this technology is yielding promising results in maintaining athlete performance and safety.
The
Kawasaki Frontale Academy, which has integrated the Airy Mist system at their training ground,
Anker Frontown Ikuta, has seen notable success. Specifically, their U-15 Ikuta team secured their first victory in the
39th Japan Club Youth Soccer Championship (U-15) in 2024, and their U-18 team is slated for a promising future in the
2026 J Youth Cup, where they aim for their first championship.
The Urgency of Heat Management in Sports Facilities
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the category of