Hyuga Endo and Yuichiro Nishikawa have joined SG Holdings' men's team, leaving Sumitomo Denko. Endo aims for the 5000 m and international competition. Nishikawa seeks to contribute through improved performance.
Takuma Yamakawa has joined Toyota's men's team, after competing with Kamiina T&F Association. Yamakawa aims to improve and contribute to his new team. He expressed determination to work hard. Read more racing coverage.
The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games are underway, featuring top athletes from across Asia. The athletics events run through September 29, with a packed schedule of competitions. Related: China Dominates Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Athletics.
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What should runners know about Endo, Nishikawa, and Yamakawa Join New Corporate Teams?
Three prominent Japanese runners have announced new corporate team affiliations. Hyuga Endo and Yuichiro Nishikawa have joined SG Holdings' men's team, leaving Sumitomo Denko. Endo aims for the 5000 m and international competition. Nishikawa seeks to contribute through improved performance.
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Runner World published this brief on October 3, 2026. The underlying Japan Running News report was dated October 1, 2026.
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