Japanese Frescobol Association and DNS Join Forces to Support National Team

Exciting Partnership for Frescobol's Future

The Japan Frescobol Association (JFBA), based in Setagaya, Tokyo, has announced an exciting collaboration with the sports supplement brand DNS, a subsidiary of Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare. This partnership aims to support the Japanese national frescobol team in their quest for excellence in international competitions. The initiative, titled 'Frescobol Copacabana Project by DNS,' represents the second phase of a comprehensive support effort for frescobol in Japan.

Fresh from their success in a year-long domestic official competition tour, which has seen the renewal of the national team in September, the new project aims to propel these athletes to international prominence. On October 5, 2023, Japan hosted its first-ever frescobol world championship, the 'JBG® Suma Frescobol World Cup 2025.' Following this, many players are set to challenge the 2025 'Frescobol Brazilian Championship' at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on December 6-7.

The event will gather top Brazilian players in what is widely considered one of the elite categories of the sport, with aspirations for victory.

DNS has gained a solid reputation over the last two decades, developing cutting-edge sports nutrition supplements such as protein powders, EAA, and drinks. Their products have long been a favorite among top athletes, and through this partnership, they aim to enhance the performance of Japanese players competing in Brazil.

The selected representatives for the Japanese national team include notable players such as Motoki Furukawa, Hideki Sugimura, Ryota Yamatochi, Maya Ochiai, Hanako Okai, Sayaka Matsumoto, Yuki Mimiyama, and Maiko Suzuki. Furthermore, the masterclass category, featuring athletes aged 50 and above, includes Yoichiro Ishikawa, Natsuko Suzuki, Fuyuko Sendou, Toru Goto, and Akiko Goto, bringing the total to 13 participating athletes. These ambassadors will continue their pursuit of victory in the upcoming 'Frescobol Japan Tour 2026.'

DNS Product Highlights

1. Standard Protein: Whey Protein 100
2. High-Spec Protein: Whey Protein SP, Whey Protein HMB & Creatine
3. Supplements: EAA PRO, BCAA, Creatine, Glutamine
4. Drinks: Pro-X, Hydrate Pro, R.E.D.

Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare Overview

Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare operates with a mission to meet diverse medical needs through its portfolio of OTC drugs, functional skincare, oral care, and dietary products. Upholding the corporate slogan 'Fit for You, a partner for a healthy lifestyle,' the company aims to promote self-care, empowering individuals to maintain their health and beauty.

Through these efforts, Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare seeks to support a society where everyone can enjoy better health and attractiveness, furthering its commitment to innovative medicines, vaccines, and OTC products.

What is Frescobol?

Frescobol is a beach sport that originated in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, invented in 1945 on Copacabana Beach. This unique sport has grown globally, now enjoyed on beaches around the world. Its most remarkable feature is that it is not a competitive match but a cooperative rally scoring competition, where two players face each other and work together to keep the ball in play. The game lasts for five minutes, held at a distance of 7 meters. This collaborative aspect is why it is often referred to as a 'sports of consideration.' With its blend of teamwork and fun, growing the popularity of frescobol seems assured with the backing of JFBA and DNS.