Athlete Employee
Fordays is devoted to enhancing health and fulfilling its corporate mission of “supporting women’s self-reliance.” Our commitment extends to the support of female athletes actively engaged in sports.
We invite athletes who strive to achieve their goals to join our company. We anticipate observing their continued success, and we are dedicated to providing ongoing support as they navigate their challenges.
Umi Ito
Women’s Wrestling
Umi Ito, a shining example of our mission, began her wrestling journey at age four. She has actively participated in various notable tournaments, including the All Japan Student Championships and the U23 World Championships. In 2025, she began her employment with Fordays as an athlete. She made her professional wrestling debut in April of the same year, winning the U23 50kg division at the JOC Junior Olympic Cup Reiwa 7 Junior Queens Cup Wrestling Championships.
Profile
- Date of birth :
- May 31, 2002
- Birthplace :
- Osaka Prefecture
- Alma mater :
- Waseda University
Message
I began wrestling at four, inspired by my older brother, who is six years my senior. After winning my first match, I became deeply dedicated to the sport, which prompted me to leave my family home during high school to reside in a dormitory in Kyoto. There, I committed my time to pursuing wrestling excellence, a goal that has been my constant companion.
After completing my studies in Kyoto, I continued my education at Waseda University, where I faced considerable challenges in sustaining success in competitive environments. I focused on developing my mental resilience and refining my skill set by seeking clarification on areas of uncertainty and engaging in consistent practice. These endeavors ultimately enabled me to achieve a high level of mastery.
The rewarding aspect of wrestling lies in the “joy of victory” that follows the perseverance required to overcome daily rigorous training.
As an employee at Fordays, I pledge to engage in daily training to prepare for competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, a goal I am determined to achieve. I greatly appreciate your support as I pursue this ambitious goal.
Major Achievements
| 2025 | Junior Queen’s Cup U23 Division Champion |
|---|---|
| 2024 | All Japan Championship 2nd place |
| U-23 World Championship 3rd place | |
| All Japan Selection Championship 2nd place | |
| Junior Queen’s Cup U23 Division Champion | |
| 2023 | All Japan Championship 2nd place |
| U-23 World Championship Champion | |
| All Japan Student Championship Champion | |
| All Japan Selection Championship 3rd place | |
| Junior Queen’s Cup Junior Division Champion |