As a joint project of Kirin Holdings (HD) and the Japan Football Association (JFA), a walking football event open to adults and children, with or without disabilities, was held in Osaka. The event took place at the S5 Natural Grass Field at J-GREEN Sakai, and was called the “〈JFA×KIRIN〉 Kirin Family Challenge Cup 2026 in Osaka.”
Kirin Holdings (HD) and the Japan Football Association (JFA) held the walking football event “JFA×KIRIN Kirin Family Challenge Cup 2026 in Osaka” at the S5 Natural Grass Field at J-GREEN Sakai in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, as part of a joint project.
Walking football is played on foot, allowing adults and children to enjoy the game together regardless of gender, age, football experience or disability status. The event featured Yoichiro Kakitani (柿谷曜一朗) and Ryo Kaji (加地亮), who were also reported to have interacted with participants.
Photos from the venue show Yoichiro Kakitani (柿谷曜一朗) and Ryo Kaji (加地亮) kicking a ball, Marketing Strategy Department General Manager Yuichi Yamada (山田雄一), and several participants standing together.