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Innovative Sportswear Designed with Space Technology

In a groundbreaking collaboration, three companies—First Penguins, MOONRAKERS TECHNOLOGIES, and Shimizuya Sports—have joined forces to enhance the wellness of students through the development of advanced student sportswear and uniforms. This initiative aims to utilize cutting-edge technology from Japan, leading to the adoption of a t-shirt featuring this innovation as the official uniform for new students at the Shizuoka Police School starting in 2025.

The innovative product incorporates 'MOON-TECH®,' a sophisticated material developed in collaboration with JAXA and Toray, which boasts twelve high-performance functionalities. These features are tailored to meet the daily needs of students, including those engaged in physical activities and training. Remarkably, every stage of the manufacturing process, from fabric production to sewing, is conducted domestically in Japan, allowing students to experience the exceptional craftsmanship and top-tier technology that Japan is known for.

First Penguins is a startup company managing the 'BUKATOOL' platform, designed to enrich student sports and entertainment experiences. This platform digitizes the collection of funds for club activities and educational expenses, including necessary supplies and items integral to school life, relieving teachers, advisers, and parents of financial burdens while allowing them to focus on more meaningful interactions.

MOONRAKERS TECHNOLOGIES, a spin-off venture from Toray, aims to create a 'revolutionized clothing' line that combines the latest advanced technology with comfort, convenience, and aesthetic value. Through its innovative fast production and order sales system powered by digital technology, the company is committed to revitalizing the Japanese manufacturing sector by eliminating waste and inventory risks in the fashion industry.

Shimizuya Sports, founded by Naohira Yamamoto, has a rich history and is known for its original 'SSS' brand, which gained national attention when its anti-chafing soccer shorts helped a local high school football team win its first national championship. The company is now poised to expand its outreach, leveraging this new collaboration.

This partnership aims to revolutionize traditional student sportswear concepts by integrating high-level functionality offered by MOONRAKERS with user feedback collected by Shimizuya Sports, ultimately improving the wellness of students in their daily lives. Furthermore, the introduction of the 'BUKATOOL' digital platform will streamline the process of ordering uniforms and other necessities, simplifying what has traditionally been a cumbersome process for students, teachers, and community members alike.

The Shizuoka Police School is dedicated to nurturing police officers for public safety within Shizuoka Prefecture. Its curriculum not only covers legal principles, investigative techniques, and physical training, but also emphasizes the importance of character development and community-centric police work. The institution is uniquely positioned to teach its students about maintaining public safety in their natural and urban environments, fostering the ability to build trust with citizens.

In light of the increasingly harsh summer conditions, Shizuoka Police School has opted to implement these uniforms and the accompanying digital system to ensure that students can comfortably train, attend classes, and conduct daily activities. This initiative also allows instructors to focus on delivering effective educational experiences.

Features of 'MOON-TECH®'

1. Prevents sweat stains
2. Quick-drying & sweat cooling prevention
3. Odor resistance
4. Stain protection
5. Removes skin oils
6. Antibacterial
7. Stretchable
8. Prevents transparency
9. UV protection
10. Quick drying post-wash
11. Wrinkle-free
12. Highly durable

Streamlined Uniform Purchase System

The students at the police school will use the 'BUKATOOL' platform by First Penguins to place additional orders for uniforms and simultaneously purchase other essential items for their school life after the initial distribution. This digital approach modernizes the purchasing process, making it straightforward for students to reorder uniforms in case of damage or to stock up on multiple sizes, all while alleviating the burdens on faculty and school personnel.

Community-Centric Support

Shimizuya Sports, having built a reputation for a community-centric approach, will ensure that user feedback is diligently gathered and applied to both the design and manufacturing processes of the uniforms. They are committed to utilizing their experience to enhance the overall design and delivery of these products.