Yokohama FC (Yokohama F.C. Sports Club Co., Ltd.) (Headquarters: Hodogaya-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, President: Kazuo Agawa) and the Public Interest Incorporated Association 2027 International Horticultural Exhibition Association (Location: Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Chairman: Yoshinobu Tsutsui) have today, July 3 (Fri), signed a comprehensive partnership agreement. The agreement aims to mutually cooperate and contribute to the creation of a sustainable future society, sharing the common philosophy of "Landscapes of Tomorrow, Creating Happiness" which is the theme of GREEN x EXPO 2027.

Background and Objectives of this Agreement

This agreement has been concluded to effectively utilize the resources and know-how of both parties, aiming for the success of "GREEN x EXPO 2027 (2027 International Horticultural Exhibition)" to be held in Yokohama in 2027, and the creation of a sustainable future society beyond that.

Yokohama FC is actively engaged in "Sport Positive Leagues (SPL)," an international environmental assessment indicator for climate action promoted by all 60 J.League clubs. Through this agreement, we will leverage the communication power of sports and our network with local communities to actively promote the conservation of the natural environment, educational activities for the next generation, and build momentum for the exhibition.

Overview of the Comprehensive Partnership Agreement

Agreement Name

Comprehensive Partnership Agreement

Date of Agreement

July 3, 2026

Main Areas of Cooperation and Collaboration

Realization of a Sustainable Society

Conservation of the natural environment and promotion of carbon neutrality (decarbonized society).

Implementation of Events

Mutual cooperation in events hosted or related to the exhibition and the club.

Educational Activities for the Next Generation

Environmental and future-related education and awareness for children and the local community.

Public Relations, Promotion, and Momentum Building

Expanding awareness of "GREEN x EXPO 2027" and promotion towards its opening.

Other Matters Related to Enhancing the Value of Each Other's Business

Comments from Representatives

Kazuo Agawa, President, Yokohama F.C. Sports Club Co., Ltd.

"We are deeply honored to conclude this comprehensive partnership agreement with the Public Interest Incorporated Association 2027 International Horticultural Exhibition Association. The exhibition's philosophy of 'Landscapes of Tomorrow, Creating Happiness' aligns deeply with the realization of a prosperous local community that we aim for through our hometown activities. Yokohama FC is actively engaged in 'Sport Positive Leagues (SPL),' an international environmental assessment indicator for climate action promoted by all 60 J.League clubs. The conclusion of this agreement further strengthens our club's progress in this area. Together with our fans, supporters, and the local community, we will build momentum for the 2027 exhibition and promote activities to pass on a sustainable future to the next generation."

Masato Kawamura, Secretary General, Public Interest Incorporated Association 2027 International Horticultural Exhibition Association

"We are sincerely delighted to have concluded this comprehensive partnership agreement with Yokohama F.C. Sports Club Co., Ltd. The club's stance of positioning environmental issues as the 'foundation for continuing soccer' and engaging in climate action as a whole through training for players and other initiatives connects with our exhibition's theme of 'Landscapes of Tomorrow, Creating Happiness.' Moving forward, we will join forces with Yokohama FC, its fans, supporters, and the local community to build momentum for the 2027 event and pass on the creation of a sustainable society to the next generation."

Overview of Each Organization

Public Interest Incorporated Association 2027 International Horticultural Exhibition Association

Representative: Secretary General Masato Kawamura

Location: Matsumura Building Main Building, 1-13 Sumiyoshi-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama City

Official Website: https://expo2027yokohama.or.jp/

Yokohama F.C. Sports Club Co., Ltd. (Yokohama FC)

Representative: President Kazuo Agawa

Location: 522-3 Kawashima-cho, Hodogaya-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Official Website: https://www.yokohamafc.com/

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