Based in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture. Head coach Michael Skibbe, who led the club to the Meiji Yasuda J1 League Centennial Vision League title, remains in charge. In addition to experienced veterans such as Gotoku Sakai and Yuya Osako, both of whom have represented Japan at the World Cup, the club has signed Anderson Lopes and Kota Watanabe this season. With a squad packed with quality players, the team heads into the 2026/27 season.