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Fujifilm Partners with Fujieda MYFC for Jersey Sponsorship

Fujifilm Corporation, headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has officially announced an expanded partnership with the professional soccer team Fujieda MYFC, based in the Meiji Yasuda J2 League. This new collaboration centers around a jersey sponsorship agreement, which will prominently feature the Fujifilm logo on the chest of the goalkeeper's uniform.

Previously involved as an official partner of Fujieda MYFC, Fujifilm is now strengthening its support through this sponsorship, aimed at invigorating the club's home region and contributing positively to social development. The collaboration marks a renewed commitment to the club's vision of connecting people through soccer and fostering community growth.

Unveiling the 26/27 Season GK Uniform Design

The design for the goalkeeper's uniform for the 26/27 season will include Fujifilm’s logo, symbolizing a shared vision for progress. This partnership showcases Fujifilm's dedication not only to the team but also to enhancing the overall quality of life in the local community.

Video Showcase of the Jersey Partnership

To celebrate this partnership, a promotional video has been released, highlighting the collaboration and the efforts to elevate the team to new heights while promoting regional pride. With the guidance of Manager Makino, Fujieda MYFC aspires to achieve greater heights, and Fujifilm stands ready to support this pursuit.

Fujieda MYFC's mission resonates with Fujifilm’s core values—creating bonds between individuals through sports, uplifting the community, and aiming for joint development. The company sees its role in spreading joy and positivity through the team’s success, envisioning a brighter future for the region.

Fujifilm is a key player in the electronics materials sector, operating in Yoshida Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, where it has established development and production bases for semiconductor materials, display materials, and graphic materials. The Electronics Materials Division recently launched a new building for development and evaluation purposes, accelerating innovation in next-generation semiconductor materials. This move is pivotal for meeting the increasing demand in the highly information-driven society, including rapidly expanding AI data centers.

Comments from Fujifilm's Tetsuya Iwasaki

Tetsuya Iwasaki, Executive Officer and General Manager of the Electronics Materials Division at Fujifilm, commented, “As we begin the 26/27 season, we are excited to become the jersey partner for Fujieda MYFC. For us, with many employees residing in the Yoshida area and the surrounding Shida and Haibara regions, the club's advancements represent a source of great pride.

This season signifies new challenges, and we believe in the club's growth as it seeks new horizons. We look forward to sharing emotions and joy through soccer and working together to carve out a successful future. Our aim is to grow alongside the community and contribute to its vibrancy.”

Overview of the Fujifilm Group

The Fujifilm Group operates under the corporate mission of “Increasing the number of smiles around the globe.” The group is dedicated to addressing social challenges and achieving a sustainable society through four main segments: Healthcare, Electronics, Business Innovation, and Imaging. In Yoshida Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, Fujifilm operates a research and development facility focused on semiconductor materials and graphic materials. Additionally, production bases for semiconductor materials and display/graphic materials are established in the region, further supporting industrial development.

This partnership between Fujifilm and Fujieda MYFC represents a powerful union of local pride, community engagement, and the shared pursuit of excellence in sports and technology.