PARTNER STORY

All the partners who support Urawa Reds in various ways.
We will talk about the history of the partners and the Reds behind it, as well as their passion.

Since 2019, the Urawa Reds uniform has the word "Enecle" on the clavicle. Horikawa Sangyo uses this "Enecle" as a general service brand name.

Domestic fuel was rationed during and for some time after the war. In 1948, the founder of the Saitama Prefectural Fuel Distribution Control Union, which had been decided to be dismantled, set up a business as a registered fuel dealer in Soka City, Saitama Prefecture, in order to encourage the union members to switch to becoming a fuel business operator. Horikawa Shoten was founded as the predecessor of Horikawa Sangyo. Now, mainly in the Kanto region, we handle a wide range of energies such as LP gas, city gas, electric power, oil, and gas stations.

The turning point was the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, just after I assumed the post of president. “It was tough at the time, but it made me realize again that our company is an important part of social infrastructure as an energy company. Let's make our efforts widely known, and let's make it possible for local people to live with peace of mind because of our company," said President Horikawa.
In 2017, the brand name "Enecle" was born with the meaning of "creating a comfortable future with energy" and the idea of "energy circle".

It was around that time that I met Urawa Reds. “In order for an energy company to grow, it is essential to revitalize the regions it supplies. What kind of regional development and social contribution can we do that will please everyone in the region? What should I do?” The conclusion of what I was worried about was “supporting Urawa Reds”. In 2018, it became an official partner, and from 2019, it became a top partner.

In becoming a partner, President Horikawa said that it was the Reds' community contribution activities that "resonated".

“I learned that in addition to their activities as a Heart-full Club team, they are actively involved in regional development, cooperation in regional activities, and youth development. I wanted to expand."

When I actually saw the Heart-full Club, I was impressed that it was an even more wonderful activity.

And from 2019, we decided to support the "Urawa ☆ RedsLand CUP", which started in 2014 with the aim of providing a match environment for fourth graders who have few opportunities to play.

“The children are really trying their best. They are playing hard and cheering hard. And the parents who are watching are very happy to see their children like that.I think that the coaches and staff are making great efforts, but I hope that this activity will be expanded further. I would like to

President Horikawa, who watched the game, said with a smile, ``The level was too high.

“I am honored to be able to win the crown of the tournament that I was aiming for because there were children who were working hard with the goal of the RedsLand CUP. We are fighting for the cup, and I am honored to think that future stars will be born from this.”

President Horikawa says that becoming a partner of the Reds, including the sponsorship of the "Urawa☆RedsLand CUP presented by Enecle," is "only a plus."

By becoming a partner of the Reds, the company launched an official supporters club called "Red Enecles." This led to exchanges with fellow partners Polas and Shimada. By becoming a partner, the company discovered that there were quite a few Reds fans and supporters among its employees. The circle of fans has expanded as employees go to watch games, and some employees have even started playing futsal.

"I think that becoming a partner of the Reds has only been a positive thing. I think there are many employees who are proud of it. We get excited or depressed depending on whether the game is won or lost (laughs), but the day after the game, our morning conversations sometimes start with talking about the Reds. I feel that communication has improved greatly."

President Horikawa himself watched the match against Jubilo Iwata on August 15, 2018 from behind the goal, and also watched the final match against FC Tokyo on December 1, which was the last match for current top team coach Tadaaki Hirakawa as an active player. This made him realize once again how much love there is between the team, players, and fans/supporters, and how attractive the team is. He then renewed his resolve, saying, "We need to pour our love into the club so that it will be loved by the local community and the club as well."

Until now, he thought that "supporting the Reds is a contribution." However, from now on, he said, "I want to pursue ways to make the Reds' fans and supporters happy through my business." Nothing has been decided yet. However, President Horikawa thinks that through his business, "people will think about the Reds" and "I can give back to the Reds."

That is the dream that Horikawa Sangyo is weaving together with the Reds. President Horikawa says, "We want to support Urawa Reds for a long time to come." Just as Horikawa Sangyo supplies homes with the energy that is essential for people to live, I'm sure they will continue to give the Reds the strength to run, fight, and persevere.