Two Newcomers Shine as Nagoya OJA Dominates Rd.3 to Showcase Team Strength!

Nagoya OJA (Operating Company: Nagoya Ohja Co., Ltd., Headquarters: Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, President: Masahiro Katagiri), a professional esports team specializing in racing, participated in the "UNIZONE 2026 Rd.3," Japan's only JAF-certified e-motorsport league, held on June 27, 2026 (Sat).

The race was held in a "HOME&HOME" format where each team competed online from their home bases. Nagoya OJA competed from Commufa eSports Stadium NAGOYA. Due to the approach of Typhoon No. 7 and Typhoon No. 8, the Nagoya venue was held without spectators for the first time in history. Five sprint races and an exhibition race were held, featuring numerous thrilling matches.

Nagoya OJA will continue to leverage e-motorsports as a starting point to embody UNIZONE's vision of "challenging new mobility" and "fusion of real and virtual," dedicating all efforts to creating "new entertainment that captivates everyone" by combining motorsports and digital technology.

UNIZONE 2026 Rd.3 Special Page: https://unizone-emotorsport.com/schedule/2026rd3/

Broadcast Archive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_muzB7AeF24

Overall Standings (As of the end of Rd.3)

*Standings are based on a valid points system.

【About the Valid Points System】

In the 2026 series, a valid points system will be used instead of accumulating points from all races.

- Out of the 5 races, the 4 races with the highest points earned will be considered for valid points.

- Points earned per round (total points earned in a round) will be considered for valid points, not per race.

Scene from the Nagoya Venue

This race took place under unusual circumstances, with no spectators and the absence of the undisputed champion, Sota Muto. However, drivers Hiroki Ishino and Yuki Okonogi delivered calm performances, fully demonstrating their skills. In individual rankings, Ishino secured 1st place overall, and Okonogi took 3rd place overall. These results proved the team's high level of strength, unwavering even under difficult conditions.

UNIZONE Registered Player Information

- Sota Muto

Hometown: Aichi Prefecture

Date of Birth: March 13, 1999

- Yuki Okonogi

Hometown: Gunma Prefecture

Date of Birth: December 12, 1995

- Hiroki Ishino

Hometown: Hyogo Prefecture

Date of Birth: March 11, 2010

- Kiyoshi Umegaki

Hometown: Saitama Prefecture

Date of Birth: December 13, 2007

About UNIZONE

UNIZONE is an e-motorsport competition organized by JeMO, certified by the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF), the governing body for motorsports in Japan.

It aims to build an ecosystem and competitive pyramid in e-motorsports, not only creating a new sports culture but also planning official leagues and grassroots activities that will widely attract not only existing motorsports and esports fans but also those who have had little interest in either. Through these activities, it aims to be a platform that conveys the wonder and enjoyment of automobiles and contributes to the development of future mobility.

UNIZONE Official Site: https://unizone-emotorsport.com/

UNIZONE Official X: https://twitter.com/UNIZONE_eMS

UNIZONE Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UNIZONE_eMotorsport

UNIZONE Season Schedule

Details here: https://unizone-emotorsport.com/schedule/

*This is the schedule as of now. For detailed information and the latest schedule, please check the UNIZONE official site and social media, which will be updated regularly.

About Nagoya OJA

Nagoya OJA is a professional sports team named to signify expansion from Owari-Mikawa (Owarimikawa) to Japan (Japan) and Asia (Asia), with the philosophy of "Energizing Nagoya," "Energizing Japan," and "Creating a Kind Society." The team began its activities as an esports team in 2016, launched its card game division in 2018, and participated in the "RAGE Shadowverse Pro League." In 2021, it established a fighting game division and participated in "Street Fighter League: Pro-JP 2021." In its second year, "Street Fighter League: Pro-JP 2022," the team achieved 2nd place in the league and 3rd place in the playoffs. In 2023, it established the "Baseball5" division, expanding as a comprehensive sports club. In 2025, with its participation in UNIZONE, it launched the "Racing e-motorsports" division and became the first UNIZONE champion.

Nagoya OJA Home Stadium

To energize the Aichi-Nagoya region through esports for the 2026 Asian Games, Nagoya OJA has designated "NTP Esports PLAZA" and "Commufa eSports Stadium NAGOYA" as its home stadiums, and will collaborate on esports events and tournaments.

NTP Esports PLAZA

https://www.nt7.co.jp/esports/

(2-1-15 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, 460-0008)

Commufa eSports Stadium NAGOYA

https://www.esports-stadium758.jp/

(7F, Nagoya PARCO East Building, 3-29-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, 460-0008)

【Nagoya OJA Partner Companies】

Nagoya OJA is seeking companies and organizations that resonate with its philosophy and team, and wish to support it, as well as those who can develop together as partners. We look forward to hearing from you via the inquiry below.

Company Name: Nagoya Ohja Co., Ltd.

URL: https://nagoyaoja.com/

Head Office Location: Unit 03, 3rd Floor, Nagoya TV Tower, 3-6-15 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, 460-0003

Established: 2016

President: Masahiro Katagiri

Inquiries: [email protected]