Who will be the next head coach of the Kumamoto Voltors?

Mukito Tonomi will continue to serve as head coach.

Until when is the contract with Head Coach Mukito Tonomi?

The contract is for multiple years until the 2027-28 season.

When did Mukito Tonomi start serving as head coach of the Kumamoto Voltors?

He served as head coach during the 2022-24 season and returned to the position in December 2024.

What goals does the Kumamoto Voltors aim to achieve in the future?

The team aims to contribute to Kumamoto's future by striving for promotion to the B Premier League and winning championships.

Kumamoto Volters Announces Contract Extension with Head Coach Kohto Toyama

Published Jun 3, 2026 6:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 8:35 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Kumamoto Volters has agreed to extend the head coach contract with Kohto Toyama starting from the 2026-27 season. The agreement is a multi-year contract through the 2027-28 season.

Kumamoto Volters, a professional basketball team competing in the B.League Division 2 (Kumamoto Basketball Co., Ltd. / Chuo-ku, Kumamoto), has announced a contract extension with Kohto Toyama as head coach for the 2026-27 season. This is a multi-year contract running through the 2027-28 season.

Profile: Kohto Toyama Date of Birth: January 19, 1983 Birthplace: Hokkaido

Career History: Sapporo University 2008-10: Hamamatsu Higashimikawa Phoenix (now San-en NeoPhoenix), Assistant Coach 2010-12: Miyazaki Shining Suns, Head Coach 2012-13: Ryukyu Golden Kings, Head Coach 2013-14: Bambitious Nara, Head Coach 2014-17: Shiga Lakestars, Head Coach 2017-20: Nagoya Diamond Dolphins, Associate Head Coach 2020-21: Ryukyu Golden Kings, Assistant Coach 2021-22: Kumamoto Volters, Assistant Coach 2022-24: Kumamoto Volters, Head Coach 2024.7-12: Kumamoto Volters, Assistant Coach 2024.12-: Kumamoto Volters, Head Coach

Comment from Kohto Toyama: Thank you for your continued great support and cheers for the Volters. I am deeply honored and humbled to continue serving as head coach next season. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all those involved. Next season, I will strive to deliver passionate games that VoltersRed fans will enjoy, contributing to enriching the hearts and daily lives of the people of Kumamoto, and aiming for the championship for everyone. Also, with the Kumamoto arena project progressing, I hope to help move the team forward to contribute to future B.Premier entry and the future of Kumamoto. Thank you for your continued support for the Volters in the 2026-27 season.

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