Sponsorship
Individuals are currently being presented with more opportunities to express themselves in various fields, such as sports, music, and art, by pushing their limits.
Nikon has a long-standing history of supporting creative pursuits, particularly in the field of visual imaging.
We are now broadening our horizons to provide new values, much like such individuals do.
With the hope that our endeavors will provide more challenges and inspirations in the future, we are committed to supporting athletes, artists, and those who assist them.
Skateboarding
Presenting Partner of Street League Skateboarding in Japan
Street League Skateboarding (SLS) is the first-ever professional street skateboarding organization. It is also known around the world for its outstanding professional street skateboarding competition. Nikon is a presenting partner of the championship tour, which was held for the first time in Asia at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan.
Event information
Street League Skateboarding in Japan
(Date: August 12, 2023, Location: Tokyo, Japan)
An overview of the competition that took place in August 2023.
Music
Sponsor of the SWEET LOVE SHOWER 2024 music festival
Nikon is proud to be a sponsor of the 'SWEET LOVE SHOWER 2024' summer outdoor music festival organized by SPACE SHOWER TV. This popular event has been held annually since 1996, initially at the Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall in Tokyo and later moving to the shores of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi Prefecture in 2007. The festival has a history of attracting a large number of music fans every year, drawn to its fantastic location overlooked by Mount Fuji.
Event information
SPACE SHOWER TV 35th ANNIVERSARY SWEET LOVE SHOWER 2024
(Date: August 30 – September 1, 2024, Location: Yamanakako Communication Plaza KIRARA, Yamanashi Prefecture)
Art
Sponsor of the HERALBONY Art Prize
The 'HERALBONY Art Prize,' established in 2024 by HERALBONY Co., Ltd.*, aims to help advance the budding careers of many talented artists. Nikon is sponsoring this highly commendable art prize, which encompasses everything from discovering artists to providing them with opportunities to showcase their work both domestically in Japan and internationally. The goal is to introduce the work of artists with disabilities to a wider audience and to propel their careers to new heights. *
- *HERALBONY Co., Ltd., with its mission 'Radiate Your Color', is a social welfare startup company that strives to create new values and cultures based on art.
Event information
HERALBONY Art Prize 2024 Exhibition
（Date: August 10 – September 22, 2024,
Location: Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, East Building Rising Square 1F Earth Garden, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo）
Golf
Official Patron of The Open
Nikon has been supporting The Open since 1981, as one of the world's oldest and most traditional golf tournaments, as well as one of the world's major golfing events. For over 150 years, The Open has hosted many of the world's best players. During the tournament, the Official Photographers will be equipped with Nikon cameras and lenses to record the event. For the professional photographers covering this event, Nikon Professional Services (NPS) will set up a service center to offer support and services, including equipment checking and cleaning, minor repairs, and the loan of equipment.
Event information
The 152nd Open
(Date: July 14 – 21, 2024, Location: Royal Troon Golf Club, Scotland)
Official Patron of the AIG Women's Open
Nikon has been a sponsor of the 'AIG Women's Open' since 2022, as one of the major events in the women's professional golf tour. Held each summer, like the men's British Open Golf Championship, this tournament draws top golfers from around the world who compete fiercely for victory.
Event information
The 48th AIG Women's Open
(Date: August 21 – 25, 2024, Location: St Andrews, Scotland)
