What is the purpose of the B& Women's Athlete Meetup?

To create a space where female athletes can connect beyond their sports and gain career and wellness support.

Who can participate in the event?

All female athletes, whether active or retired, are welcome to join.

What kind of interaction happens at the corporate booths?

Mutual understanding between athletes and companies deepens through product experiences and needs sharing.

Event Report: Female Athletes Unite! Cross-Sport Networking Event '3rd B& WOMEN'S ATHLETE MEETUP' Held

Published Jul 14, 2026 7:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 15, 2026 4:35 AM ・ 9 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

On June 22, 2026, B& (Be &), a women's sports web media operated by X-ONE Corporation, hosted the '3rd B& WOMEN'S ATHLETE MEETUP' with 28 female athletes in attendance. The event fostered meaningful connections among athletes across different sports and created new touchpoints between athletes and corporate sponsors through yoga sessions, career workshops, and exhibition booths.

On Monday, June 22, 2026, B& (Be &), a women's sports web media operated by X-ONE Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Hiroyuki Murai), hosted the '3rd B& WOMEN'S ATHLETE MEETUP,' a networking event for female athletes.

This third edition welcomed 28 female athletes. Through a collaborative yoga session with IGNITE YOGA STUDIO, career workshops, and exhibition booths hosted by sponsor companies, the event created valuable opportunities for interaction not only among athletes across different sports but also between athletes and businesses.

Key Highlights

- 28 female athletes participated, engaging in cross-sport networking. - Hosted wellness-focused yoga sessions and dialogue-based workshops connecting athletic experience to career development. - Facilitated deeper mutual understanding between athletes and companies through sponsor interactions.

Event Overview

### Event Name

3rd B& WOMEN'S ATHLETE MEETUP

### Date

June 22, 2026 (Monday)

### Organizer & Operator

B& (Be &), a women's sports web media operated by X-ONE Corporation

### Number of Participants

28 female athletes

### Program

Collaborative session with IGNITE YOGA STUDIO, career workshop, and sponsor company booths with networking opportunities

Event Activities

### ① IGNITE YOGA STUDIO Collaborative Session

Instructor: Saaya Hirosawa (IGNITE YOGA Certified Instructor / Japanese Water Ski National Team)

A yoga session led by a current female athlete instructor offered participants a refreshing break from their busy routines. It was a meaningful time to reconnect with their bodies and minds through mindful movement and sweat. As an athlete herself, Saaya delivered a deeply heartfelt and relatable session.

### ② Career Workshop: '60 Minutes to Turn Your Unique Athletic Strength into Career Power'

Instructor: Naomi Matsumoto (presented by B& / START WITH WHY)

This career workshop adopted a small-group dialogue format, followed by group presentations. Instead of seeking a single 'correct' answer, participants shared real-life experiences and challenges, focusing on themes such as 'My Values' and 'Articulating Skills Gained Through Sports.' It served as a valuable opportunity to recognize personal strengths and reflect on how athletic experiences can be leveraged in future careers.

### ③ Corporate Booth Networking

The event concluded with time dedicated to visiting sponsor booths and networking. Participants deepened their understanding of products and services, while also sharing individual challenges and needs. This not only strengthened peer connections among female athletes but also created new points of contact between athletes and companies.

Yoga Session Highlights

Career Workshop Highlights

Networking Event Highlights

Event highlights are also available on B&'s official Instagram.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/band_sports_official/

Sponsor Companies

### Booth Exhibitors & Products

- Sports Mineral MG WATER – Ako Chemical Co., Ltd. - AMAMI Epsom Water AMAMI Series – Acohl - Esperansa El Capitan – Cornerstone Co., Ltd. - AthReady – Emetro Inc. - BattleWin™ Protector Series – Nichiban Co., Ltd. - Femtech Japan – 'Comfortable Periods for Everyone' – G-Place Inc. - Rare Cheese Cake with Strawberry Sauce – Nash Inc. - FEET AXIS powered by SafeSize – Zebeio Group - Footcraft CUSTOM – Nippon Sigmax Co., Ltd.

### Sampling Sponsors

- 2Gummy LIPOSOME VC – TWO Inc. - Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides – Nestlé Japan Ltd. - VSG – BAJ Inc.

About B& (Be &)

B& (Be &) is a women's sports web media platform that positions itself as a 'companion for active women throughout life.' It delivers content tailored to women in sports, covering body care, health, lifestyle, and performance management.

URL: https://www.beautynation.jp

Company Overview

### Company Name

X-ONE Corporation (Pronounced: Cross One)

### President & CEO

Hiroyuki Murai

### Note

Effective May 1, 2026, the company changed its name from 'Link Sports Corporation' to 'X-ONE Corporation' and launched anew.

For Media Inquiries

X-ONE Corporation

Entertainment Division, Sales Headquarters (Contact: Ichikawa)

Email: [email protected]

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Source: PR TIMES
Category: Event
Products / services: IGNITE YOGA STUDIO / Femtech Japan