Nisshoku Co., Ltd. has renewed its official partner agreement with professional basketball club Rizing Zephyr Fukuoka for the upcoming B.League 2026-27 season, the club announced.
Courtside Logo Placement for the Upcoming Season
Under the renewed partnership terms, Nisshoku Co., Ltd. will feature its corporate logo on the court signs and courtside panels inside the team’s arena. The agreement continues a sponsorship arrangement between the Fukuoka-based food manufacturer and the professional basketball organization competing in the regional division of the B.League.
Rizing Zephyr Fukuoka confirmed the continuation of the contract ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, though financial terms of the sponsorship agreement were not disclosed in the announcement.
Corporate Background of Nisshoku
Established in 1963, Nisshoku Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Koga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, with additional operations including a head office and Koga plant in Koga, a fats and oils business division in Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, and a Kumamoto sales office in Minami-ku, Kumamoto City. Kinji Suda serves as the representative for the company.
The company was originally founded during a period of relatively low meat consumption in Japan, positioning its business around dietary improvement and meat consumption expansion. Over subsequent decades, the firm established a resource-recycling operational model encompassing meat product production, processing, distribution, and the manufacture of secondary oil products derived from processing byproducts.
Nisshoku supports local basketball squad to aid community welfare
In a joint statement released through the club’s official announcement, Nisshoku representatives outlined their ongoing connection to the region. As a business rooted in Fukuoka Prefecture, the company noted that supporting the local professional basketball squad aligns with its corporate philosophy of contributing to community welfare.
“The players’ dedication to challenging for victories while walking alongside local residents gives us tremendous energy and courage,” the company stated. “We will continue sending passionate cheers alongside our fans so the players can perform dynamically on the court and secure as many victories as possible.”
Nisshoku partners with basketball club for 2026-27 season
When does the official partner agreement take effect?
The renewed partnership covers the professional basketball club’s B.League 2026-27 season.
Where will Nisshoku Co., Ltd. display its branding during games?
The company’s corporate logo will be prominently featured on the court signs and courtside panels at arena fixtures.
Where is Nisshoku Co., Ltd. headquartered?
The company’s head office and Koga factory are located in Aoyagi, Koga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, with additional facilities in Fukuoka City and Kumamoto City.
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