Overview Takumi Yamamoto, an athlete affiliated with Beads International (HQ: Meguro-ku, Tokyo; President: Yusaku Nishikata), which operates street brands such as XLARGE, X-girl, MILKFED., and SILAS, competed in the 'World Para Athletics-sanctioned 2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships' held at Paloma Mizuho Stadium (Nagoya, Aichi) on May 16-17, 2026. He won the men's wheelchair 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m, achieving four titles.

Tournament Details - Name: World Para Athletics-sanctioned 2026 Japan Para Athletics Championships - Period: May 16 (Sat) - 17 (Sun), 2026 - Venue: Paloma Mizuho Stadium (Mizuho Park Athletics Stadium) - Address: 5-4 Yamashita-dori, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya, Aichi

Comment from Takumi Yamamoto "I competed in four events: the 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m. I was able to race at the renovated Paloma Mizuho Stadium, which will host the Asian Games this summer. It was very hot, but I set a personal best in the 200m and finished with four titles. With the Japanese Championships coming up next month, I will continue my training to aim for further personal records. Thank you for your support."

Profile Born March 2, 2000, in Kanagawa Prefecture. He started athletics in his second year of elementary school in 2007, and switched to a competitive wheelchair racer in his second year of high school in 2017. That same year, he participated in the Asian Para Youth Games as a member of the Japanese national team. His specialty is the 100m. He is currently training daily, aiming to break national records and qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. He is Beads International's first para-athlete employee.

Company Statement Beads International promotes street culture in various fields beyond apparel, including sports. We are committed to continuing to create an environment where athletes can perform to their full potential.

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