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Ajinomoto Partners with Olympic Swimmers

Ajinomoto Co., Inc., led by President Shigeo Nakamura and based in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, has recently announced a partnership with competitive swimmers Tamoyuki Matsushita and Tatsuya Murasa. This collaboration aligns with the company’s mission of contributing to the well-being of individuals, society, and the planet through its Amine Science® program.

Matsushita and Murasa are both prominent figures in the Japanese swimming world, continuously challenging themselves on the global stage. The partnership is particularly strategic, as it looks toward the athletes’ aspirations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, focusing on further achievements and competitive excellence.

Profiles of the Athletes

Tamoyuki Matsushita

• - Name: Tamoyuki Matsushita (まつした ともゆき)
• - Date of Birth: August 1, 2005
• - Hometown: Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture
• - Affiliation: Toyo University
• - Career Highlights: 2023 FINA World Junior Swimming Championships - Gold medal in Men's 400m Individual Medley; 2024 Paris Olympics - Silver medal in Men's 400m Individual Medley; 2025 World Swimming Championships - Silver medal in Men's 400m Individual Medley; 2026 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships - Gold medal in Men's 400m Individual Medley and Bronze medal in Men's 800m Freestyle Relay.

Contract Overview with Matsushita

• - Contract Duration: June 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027
• - Contract Amount: Not disclosed
• - Rights Acquired by Ajinomoto: Nutritional support activities and provision of Ajinomoto products, use of Matsushita’s likeness for various marketing activities.
• - Product Categories: Nutritional supplements (powder, tablets, jelly drinks), food (seasonings, sweeteners, dried soup), frozen foods, oral rehydration solutions, beverages (coffee, tea).

Tamoyuki Matsushita's Statement: "I’m incredibly honored and motivated to partner with Ajinomoto Co., Inc. To achieve victory on the world stage, especially in the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, proper nutrition is essential alongside rigorous training. I aim to transform the support from all of you into strength and will continue to challenge myself towards greater heights."

Tatsuya Murasa

• - Name: Tatsuya Murasa (むらさ たつや)
• - Date of Birth: March 27, 2007
• - Hometown: Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture
• - Affiliation: Chuo University / Itoman Swimming School Tokyo
• - Career Highlights: 2024 Paris Olympics - Japanese representative; 2025 World Swimming Championships - Bronze medal in Men's 200m Freestyle; 2026 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships - Bronze medals in Men's 400m Medley Relay and Men's 800m Freestyle Relay.

Contract Overview with Murasa

• - Contract Duration: June 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027
• - Contract Amount: Not disclosed
• - Rights Acquired by Ajinomoto: Nutritional support activities and provision of Ajinomoto products, use of Murasa’s likeness for various marketing activities.
• - Product Categories: Nutritional supplements (powder, tablets, jelly drinks), food (seasonings, sweeteners, dried soup), frozen foods, oral rehydration solutions, beverages (coffee, tea).

Tatsuya Murasa's Statement: "I’m thrilled to receive support from Ajinomoto Co., Inc. I intend to incorporate their products and nutritional guidance into my daily conditioning and body preparation to enhance my competitive performance and achieve results at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. To meet everyone's expectations and support, I commit to continuous improvement with no compromises in my daily training."

Ajinomoto’s Nutritional Support Initiatives

Since 2003, Ajinomoto has collaborated with the Japan Olympic Committee (JOC) to launch the Victory Project® aimed at enhancing international athletic performance. The company continues its support as a Gold Partner to TEAM JAPAN, focusing on nutrition-related initiatives ranging from seasoning, powdered supplements, frozen foods, to coffee beans.

The Victory Project® provides measurable support to athletes representing Japan, aimed at achieving their ideal performance through nutritional and amino acid-based conditioning for both body and mind. The initiative collects and analyzes data to tailor support effectively to each athlete’s needs.

Ajinomoto’s approach encourages thinking not only about "what to eat" but also "why to eat" to help athletes achieve their desired self through unique nutritional programs developed from extensive support activities for top athletes.