【Alumni Achievement】Kyoka Shimizu Joins TOTO Athletics Club

Kyoka Shimizu, who graduated from Ochi Lab in March 2026, has joined the TOTO Athletics Club!

Shimizu's Achievements at University

Shimizu competed for the university's track and field team over four years, achieving the following accomplishments:

• Competed in the All Japan University Women's Ekiden (November 2025)
• Represented Niigata Prefecture in the Empress Cup National Women's Ekiden (January 2026) — ran the 4th leg (4km) in 13 minutes 48 seconds
• Competed in Niigata Half Marathon (March 2026) — net time 1:17:31

She also received the Excellence Award for her bachelor's thesis, demonstrating outstanding achievement in both athletics and academic research.

Looking Forward to Her Future Success

Shimizu is now stepping onto the stage of professional athletics. Everyone in Ochi Lab is cheering for her continued success!

Reference Link

TOTO Athletics Club — Player Profile (Kyoka Shimizu)