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, an official supporters club called "Red Ennecruz" was established in the company. Interaction with Porus and Shimachu, who are the same partners, was also born. It was discovered by becoming a partner that there were not a few Reds fans and supporters among the employees, but the circle of fans has expanded as employees go to the games, and even some employees have started futsal. It is said that there is
“I think that becoming a partner of the Reds is only a plus. I think there are quite a few employees who are proud of it. On the day after the game, the conversation about the Reds begins in the morning, and I feel that our communication has improved a lot.”
President Horikawa himself watched the game against Jubilo Iwata on August 15, 2018 behind the goal, and the final game on December 1, which was the last match of Tadaaki Hirakawa, who is currently the coach of the top team. By watching the F.C.Tokyo game, I realized again that the team, the players, and the fans and supporters love each other, and that it is an attractive team. He also renewed his determination, saying, "We must pour our love into it so that we, the club, and everyone in the community will love us."
Until now, I thought that "supporting the Reds was a contribution." However, from now on, "I would like to pursue things that will please the fans and supporters of the Reds through the business." Nothing has been decided for certain. However, through business, President Horikawa thinks that ``you can think about Mr. Reds'' and ``what you can give back to Mr. Reds''.
That is a dream that Horikawa Sangyo will create together with the Reds. President Horikawa says, "I want to support the Urawa Reds for a long time to come." It must continue to give the power of.
