Dear Media Representatives,

We are pleased to invite members of the media to interview players and officials from Japan’s SV.LEAGUE during their upcoming visit to Bangkok.

Japan’s SV.LEAGUE to Stage Its First-Ever Official Matches Overseas in Bangkok

SV.LEAGUE, Japan’s top volleyball league, will stage its first-ever official league matches outside Japan in Bangkok during the 2026–27 season:

  • Women: October 10–11, 2026

  • Men: January 23–24, 2027

Thailand has been selected as the league’s first overseas market due to the country’s strong popularity of volleyball and its potential as a gateway to the wider Southeast Asian market. Through the Bangkok matches, SV.LEAGUE aims to strengthen its connection with Thai fans while building a broader presence across Asia.

Ahead of these historic matches, four players from participating clubs will visit Bangkok and appear at NIPPON HAKU BANGKOK on August 29th–30.

Thai Volleyball Stars from SV.LEAGUE Available for Interviews

Two of the visiting players are Thai national volleyball stars currently playing in Japan’s SV.LEAGUE:

  • Nootsara Tomkom – Aleeza Aichi | Setter

  • Hattaya Bamrungsuk – SAGA Hisamitsu Springs | Middle Blocker

They will be joined by two Japanese players:

  • Shunsuke Nakamura – Osaka Bluteon | Setter

  • Reon Arao – Voreas Hokkaido | Libero

This provides a unique opportunity to hear directly from the players about their experiences competing in Japan, the growing connection between Thai and Japanese volleyball, and what SV.LEAGUE’s first official matches in Thailand mean to them.

Interview Opportunities

Players

  • Nootsara Tomkom

  • Hattaya Bamrungsuk

  • Shunsuke Nakamura

  • Reon Arao

SV.LEAGUE

  • Takeshi Kubota, Vice Chairman — available to discuss SV.LEAGUE’s international strategy and expansion

  • Satoko Toriyama, Director of Corporate Communications & Promotions — available to discuss the league’s international communications and promotions

Interviews combining players and SV.LEAGUE representatives can also be arranged, depending on your editorial needs.

Possible Interview Angles

For sports media

  • The players’ perspectives on SV.LEAGUE’s first matches in Thailand

  • The experiences of Thai players competing in Japan

  • The significance of SV.LEAGUE’s first official matches outside Japan

  • The growing connection between Thai and Japanese volleyball

  • SV.LEAGUE’s ambition to become one of the world’s leading volleyball leagues

For business and economic media

  • Why Thailand has been selected as SV.LEAGUE’s first overseas market

  • Thailand’s role as a gateway to the wider Southeast Asian market

  • SV.LEAGUE’s international growth and expansion strategy

  • The potential to grow the league’s fan base, commercial value and media presence in Southeast Asia

  • The potential for Japanese sports IP to expand into international markets

NIPPON HAKU Bangkok Appearance Schedule

Saturday, August 29 | 14:15–14:45 Main Stage – Talk Session

Sunday, August 30 | 11:00–11:45 Activity Area – Fan Session

The players will be available for media interviews around their event appearances, subject to their schedules.

Other Interview Availability

August 28 (Fri) : TBD

August 29 (Sat) : After 4pm to 7pm

August 30 (Sun) : Afternoon to 6pm

We would be happy to visit your office where convenient. If the above dates do not fit your schedule, we can also explore alternative dates or online interviews.

As multiple interviews and engagements are being coordinated in parallel, we would appreciate it if you could let us know your interest and preferred interview arrangements at your earliest convenience.

Additional Interview Options

  • Thai-language interpretation can be arranged by SV.LEAGUE as needed, so please feel free to contact us regardless of your preferred interview language.

  • For media outlets unable to attend in person, we can also accommodate interviews via a written Q&A. Please send us your questions by email, and we will provide written responses.

  • Subject to SV.LEAGUE’s confirmation, online interviews on alternative dates may also be considered. Please let us know if this option would be of interest.

Media Materials

Upon request, we can provide:

  • Player photos

  • SV.LEAGUE and tournament logos

  • Key visuals for the overseas official matches

  • Other relevant media materials

Contact

If you are interested in an interview or would like further information, please contact:

SV.LEAGUE Corporate Communications Group

vpress@svleague.or.jp

We look forward to connecting with you in Bangkok.

Best regards,

SV.LEAGUE Corporate Communications Group