Courtesy Visit to the Mayor of Kagoshima for the Inaugural 'GO by NIPPON SERIES KAGOSHIMA'

Arena Games Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Kenichi Yagura), the operator of the NIPPON SERIES, paid a courtesy visit to Kagoshima Mayor Takao Shimozuru to discuss the inaugural 'GO by NIPPON SERIES KAGOSHIMA' poker tournament, scheduled for March 26–29, 2026. From left: Kenichi Yagura (CEO), Takao Shimozuru (Mayor of Kagoshima)

The meeting was attended by CEO Kenichi Yagura, Executive Director Naoya Kihara, and organizer J-Sol, who explained the tournament's focus on 'regional revitalization.' The discussion centered on creating opportunities for increased visitor numbers and the positive ripple effects the event will have on the local economy. From left: J-Sol, Pro Naoya Kihara, Kenichi Yagura, Mayor Shimozuru

'GO by NIPPON SERIES' is a poker tournament series designed to grow alongside local communities in collaboration with local governments, businesses, and tourism associations. The Kagoshima event marks the first in a nationwide rollout, with future events planned across Japan. We are also planning joint events with businesses looking to boost their local areas and will be seeking new partners to team up with the NIPPON SERIES. ■ Tournament Overview Tournament Name: GO by NIPPON SERIES KAGOSHIMA Dates: March 26 (Thu) – March 29 (Sun), 2026 Venue: Li-Ka Nangoku Hall (Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture) ■ Contact Information GO Management Office Email: [email protected] Arena Games Inc.