Media Registration Open for 'Girls’ growing up Camp' in Togakushi, Nagano this August

Girl Scouts of Japan (President: Nanae Hazama) will host a five-day camp starting August 7 (Fri) to August 11 (Tue/Holiday), 2026, gathering approximately 100 high school-age students from across Japan.

During this camp, participants will engage in tent camping and outdoor cooking in nature, gaining practical communication skills and leadership training with peers from various backgrounds.

Most activities are conducted by the girls themselves under adult supervision. With the decline in participation in nature-based activities for youth since the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of real-world experiences outside of school is more critical than ever.

Name: 2026 Girls’ Challenge Camp (Ranger National Camp) Theme: Girls’ growing up camp ～ Gathering around the fire with friends ～ Dates: August 7 (Fri) – August 11 (Tue/Holiday), 5 days/4 nights Venue: Togakushi Girl Scout Center (Togakushi, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture) Target: High school-age young women (members and non-members) Participants: 94 high school-age girls

[Information for Media Representatives: On-site Coverage] Recommended dates for coverage: August 9 (Sun) and August 10 (Mon) Location: Togakushi, Nagano City

[Information for Companies/Organizations: Sponsorship/In-kind Contributions] Application period: June 12 (Fri) – July 31 (Fri)