The J-League professional soccer team Kashima Antlers originated as Sumitomo Metals’ own in-house soccer team, and is a driving force in the world of Japanese soccer as one of the top club teams in the nation. On New Year's Day 2011, the team won the 90th Emperor's Cup championship, acquiring 14 national titles including the J-League championship, Emperor's Cup, and Nabisco Cup. The Sumitomo Metals Group supports the Antlers as they contribute to revitalizing Kashima City and the surrounding areas where our primary steel works are located.
