Descente Brand Signs Advisory Contract with Track and Field Long-Distance Runner Ryuto Igawa

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Descente Japan Ltd. has signed an advisory contract with Ryuto Igawa, a long-distance runner belonging to the Asahi Kasei Track and Field Club, under the 'Descente' brand. Igawa competed in the Hakone Ekiden for four consecutive years during his time at Waseda University. After joining Asahi Kasei, he further evolved, winning a section prize at the 2025 New Year Ekiden, contributing to the team's victory, and also winning the 5000m at the Japan Championships in the same year. Descente will support Igawa through the supply of running shoes and training wear, and will utilize his advice in product development.