Interview with Osaka Bullteon Kunihiro Shimizu｜Thanks Thoughts on Nobori [Application period extended until noon on July 27th! 】

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We have received many applications for the ``Kunihiro Shimizu retirement commemorative thank you banner.''
In response to your request, we have extended the application period!
 
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This time, we asked Shimizu himself about his ``feelings toward the fans'' and ``feelings toward the Thanks banner.''
 
── What did you honestly think when you heard about this project?
 
"When I first heard about it, I was really happy. It's not often that you can experience the thoughts of each and every one of you who have supported us over the past 18 years and line them up at the arena in the form of banners, so I thought it was a really happy thing.

Just imagining the sight of them lining the venue filled my heart warms my heart, and I think it will be the moment when I feel ``I'm glad I've worked so hard.'' ”
 
── What meaning did the presence of fans have during the 18th season?
 
``The presence of all the fans meant a lot to me.Of course, the games I won, but also the tough games, the days when I couldn't play as well as I wanted, and the times when I couldn't stand on the court due to injury, the fact that they continued to support me gave me the most strength.

The reason I thought, ``Let's do my best again'' and ``I want to stand on the court again'' was because of everyone's support. I can only thank you for being with me for the past 18 years. ”
 
── Among the seven designs, is there one that you would like fans to choose?
 
``I really have fond memories of all of them, so it's hard to choose just one (lol).

When I look at the uniforms I wore when I was young, it reminds me of myself chasing the ball without thinking, and the Osaka Bullteon uniforms are full of new challenges and time spent with friends.

I'm sure everyone has a memorable match or scene, so I'd be happy if you could choose one that says, ``I loved Shimizu at that time.'' ”

── After posting, we will hand-sign each banner with a message from a fan and deliver it to you. How do you feel about signing your signature?
 
I would like to read each message carefully and write my autograph to express my gratitude.

I would be happy if I could express my gratitude to everyone who has supported me over the past 18 years in some small way. I hope it will be a special book for everyone and for me as well.
 
── This time, companies can also apply for thank you banners. Please give a message to all the companies that have supported us over the years.
 
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all the companies that have supported us thus far. The reason I was able to continue competing and continuing to take on challenges was because of everyone's support.

I want to celebrate this day with all my might, never forgetting my gratitude and being myself until the very end.
 
── How do you feel when you imagine seeing Thank you banners lined up at Panasonic Arena on August 8th?
 
I'm sure it will be a sight you'll never forget. I think that the moment you stand on the court and look at that view, all the things that have happened over the past 18 years and the faces of everyone who has supported you come to mind. I want to enjoy the scenery to the fullest and make it the best day with everyone.
 
── Please send a direct message to the fans who have applied for thank you banners.
 
Thank you very much for the past 18 years. I was able to continue playing volleyball this far because of everyone's support. I have never forgotten that you were always there to support me, both in happy times and in difficult times.

This event is an important day to say "thank you" to everyone. Let's make the best memories together with a smile. We look forward to seeing you at the venue on August 8th!
 
Shimizu will read your message and sign each one before delivering it to you.

 Why not send your "thank you" to Panasonic Arena on August 8th?
 
◆ Application period after extension:Until noon on Monday, July 27th
◆ Posting date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
 
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