Yokohama F. Marinos Announces Official Sponsorship Agreement with Watari Co., Ltd.

Yokohama F. Marinos is pleased to announce that it has entered into an official sponsorship agreement with Watari Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama).

Company Name

Watari Co., Ltd.

Representative

President and CEO Norio Kawanishi

Head Office Location

2-234 Koan-dori, Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Established

August 1925 (Reorganized and incorporated in November 1947)

Business Activities

Sales of industrial and medical gases and chemicals; development and construction of gas-related equipment

Corporate Website

https://www.watari.co.jp/

Message from Norio Kawanishi, President and CEO of Watari Co., Ltd.

We are truly delighted and deeply honored that Watari Co., Ltd. will walk hand-in-hand with Yokohama F. Marinos as an official sponsor. Founded in Yokohama, our company has supported local industries and communities for 100 years through our industrial gas business. We are profoundly grateful to the pioneers who built our legacy, to our dedicated employees who sustain our daily operations, and to our customers and local residents whose continued trust has brought us this far. The core value we have inherited over our 100-year history is the belief in 'valuing people.' As we pass the milestone of our 100th anniversary, we remain committed to preserving this principle—striving to be a company where every employee takes pride and finds joy in their work, and where their families can share in that happiness.

The way Yokohama F. Marinos unites players, staff, and supporters toward a common goal inspires us with great courage and energy. We hope this partnership brings new joy and inspiration to our employees and their families, further strengthening their pride and sense of belonging to our company. Moving forward, we will join hands with the entire Marinos family to make Yokohama even more vibrant and energetic, building a bright future where local residents look forward to the next 100 years. Drawing strength from our century-long legacy, we step boldly into an exciting next 100 years alongside Yokohama F. Marinos.

Message from Shunsuke Ashizawa, President and CEO of Yokohama Marinos Co., Ltd.

We are honored to welcome Watari Co., Ltd. as our official sponsor. On behalf of the club, we extend our deepest gratitude and are thrilled to welcome them into the Marinos family.

Watari Co., Ltd. has played a vital role in connecting people, businesses, and society by supporting regional and corporate development through its industrial gas business in its founding city of Yokohama. Furthermore, through long-standing operations in locations across Japan—including Yokohama, Atsugi, Tokyo, Tochigi, Ibaraki, Gunma, and Fukuoka—the company has made significant contributions to the development of local industries nationwide. Its long-standing reputation for reliability and integrity has earned strong support from customers and communities alike, and we deeply resonate with its core value of 'valuing people.'

Yokohama F. Marinos is also committed to delivering dreams and vitality to people and local communities through football. Through this partnership, we will work together with Watari Co., Ltd. to create new value not only within the stadium but throughout the wider community, bringing smiles and inspiration to many. Going forward, we will strengthen hometown-based initiatives together with Watari Co., Ltd., harnessing the power of sports to further energize our home region. We sincerely appreciate your warm support and encouragement.