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Replay- Grand Final

Events (Provisional dates)

Replay

1/16 FINALS

Group 4 - RACE 1

15:00

16 November 2023

Spain

Participants

LTU LTU
CAN CAN
JPN JPN
SLO SLO

Points

4
3
2
1
Replay

1/16 FINALS

Group 4 - RACE 2

10:30

17 November 2023

Spain

Participants

LTU LTU
SLO SLO
CAN CAN
JPN JPN

Points

4
3
2
1
Replay

1/16 FINALS

Group 4 - RACE 3

12:00

18 November 2023

Switzerland

Participants

SLO SLO
LTU LTU
JPN JPN
CAN CAN

Points

4
3
2
1
Replay

1/16 FINALS

Group 4 - RACE 4

13:30

19 November 2023

Spain

Participants

CAN CAN
JPN JPN
LTU LTU
SLO SLO

Points

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Rising Sun Japan

Hyakkaryoran

“Hyakka Ryoran” means “many flowers blooming” in English. It expresses the image of a lively and beautiful fusion of diverse talents. This is a Japanese word used to describe a situation in which many different elements, ideas, and talents bloom and coexist in harmony, creating a rich and colorful landscape.

Team Rising Sun Japan It incorporates the image of the sun, which is also included in the Japanese national flag, and represents the Japanese sailing team thriving on the international stage and moving toward the future.

Japan, a country surrounded by the sea, has had a deep connection with the sea since ancient times, and even today, various activities are carried out. Many sailing events are held across the country. Also, college sailing is very popular, with national qualifying rounds and championships held every year. We have attempted the America’s Cup four times and have produced many great sailors.

Statistics

THE COUNTRY

  • 600000 sailors
  • 40 Club & 13700Marinas
  • 497 Olympic medals
  • 29,751 kilometers coastline

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • 1996　Atlanta　470
  • 2004　Athens　470

Ssl ranking

  • SSL best ranked woman:MIho Yoshioka 44
  • SSL best ranked man:Keizyu Okada 31
  • SSL nations ranking:29

MAIN EVENTS

  • World Cup Series Enoshima
  • All Japan Yacht Match Race Championship

The captain

Eiichirou Hamazaki

Eiichirou Hamazaki is a distinguished sailing athlete hailing from Japan, known for his exceptional leadership as the captain of the SSL Gold Cup team, Rising Sun Japan. His sailing journey has been marked by outstanding achievements, including impressive results in the All Japan Yacht Match Race Championship and the Ninomiya Cup Match. Furthermore, his participation in the Sydney Olympics in the 470 class showcased his remarkable skills and dedication to the sport on the global stage.

The captain

THE LEADERS

Norio Igei

Norio Igei is a highly accomplished sailing athlete from Japan, renowned for his exceptional skills and dedication to the sport. With a remarkable track record, he has achieved the prestigious title of World Champion in the TP52 class, showcasing his prowess on the international sailing stage. His passion for sailing and commitment to excellence have made him a celebrated figure in the global sailing community.

Kazuhiko Sofuku

Kazuhiko Sofuku’s exceptional sailing talent came to the forefront in Challenged the America’s Cup four times: 1995, 2000 Nippon Challenge (JPN), 2003 One World (USA), 2007 BMW Oracle Racing (USA) General manager of Softbank Team Japan. sailGP basic team manager Japanese super legend 2014 when he secured the top position in the 2014 Soto 40 Open and also clinched victory in the highly competitive Soto 40 World Championship. His remarkable performance in these prestigious events underlines his prowess as a world-class sailor.

THE LEADERSTHE LEADERS

THE YOUTH FACTOR

The youth factor in sailing in Japan is experiencing a notable resurgence, with a growing number of young sailors taking up the sport and showing remarkable promise on both domestic and international stages. Initiatives such as youth sailing programs, coaching, and increased participation in youth regattas have contributed to this rejuvenation, fostering a new generation of talented Japanese sailors. As these young athletes continue to hone their skills and gain experience, they are poised to make a significant impact and potentially become future stars in the world of sailing.

Confirmed Athletes

 

Eiichiro Hamazaki

CAPTAIN | 10

 

Yasutaka Funazawa

HELM | 7

 

Tetsuya Sasaki

MAIN TRIMMER | TBC

 

Kazuhiko Sofuku

PIT | TBC

 

Fumiya Kobayashi

MID BOW | TBC

 

Teruaki Simakura

FLOATER | 8

 

Norio Igei

BOW | TBC

 

Hideki Wakayama

GRINDER | 11

 

Kosaku Yoshida

TRIMMER | 6

 

Takumi Nakamura

TRIMMER | 3

 

Kaito Ikeda

FLOATER | 9

Potential Team Position

Boat
1
BOW
Norio Igei
2
MID-BOW
Fumiya Kobayashi
3
PIT
Kazuhiko Soufujku
4
GRINDER
HIdeki Wakayama
5
TRIMMER
Takumi Nakamura
6
TRIMMER
Kousaku Yoshida
7
MAIN TRIMMER
Tetsuya Sasaki
8
HELM
Yasutaka Funazawa
9
TACTICIAN
Eiichiro Hamazaki
10
CAPTAIN
Eiichiro Hamazaki
11
FLOATER
Teruaki Shimakura/ Kaito Ikeda
1
BOW
Norio Igei
2
MID-BOW
Fumiya Kobayashi
3
PIT
Kazuhiko Soufujku
4
GRINDER
HIdeki Wakayama
5
TRIMMER
Takumi Nakamura
6
TRIMMER
Kousaku Yoshida
7
MAIN TRIMMER
Tetsuya Sasaki
8
HELM
Yasutaka Funazawa
9
TACTICIAN
Eiichiro Hamazaki
10
CAPTAIN
Eiichiro Hamazaki
11
FLOATER
Teruaki Shimakura/ Kaito Ikeda

SQUAD

Eiichiro HamazakiYasutaka Funazawa
Kazuhiko SoufujkuHIdeki Wakayama
Tetsuya SasakiTakumi Nakamura
Kousaku Yoshida Fumiya Kobayashi
Teruaki ShimakuraKaito Ikeda
Norio Igei