Number of students absent from school nationwide reaches record high. Free school fostering children's 'third place' in Fussa City celebrates 1st anniversary, holds activity introduction and briefing session

Human Care NPO (Fussa City, Tokyo) will hold an "Activity Introduction & Briefing Session" on Sunday, July 26, 2026, to commemorate the first anniversary of the opening of the free school "Kakashi." The event will be held in a hybrid format at the Fussa City Kagayaki Citizen Support Center and online (Zoom).

This briefing session will introduce the activities undertaken over the past year, supported by local residents, volunteers, and supporters, showcasing how the children have grown. We will also share our future outlook.

"School is not the only place for children."

As the number of children who find it difficult to attend school increases year by year, the need for "a place where children can feel safe and be themselves" is growing.

With the concept of "a place that supports children's desire to try new things!", the free school "Kakashi" continues to engage in activities that foster connections with the community, while valuing each child's feelings and individuality, not just academic support. We aim to create an environment where children can smile and step forward into the future as a "second place" separate from school and home.

One year since opening. The children's smiles have increased.

Since opening, we have continuously provided:

* Support for school homework * Learning support tailored to each individual * Seasonal experiential activities * Intergenerational exchange with local residents, creating a safe place to spend time

Opportunities for children to smile and say "I did it!" and "I want to come again!" have gradually increased, and the place is becoming recognized in the community as a space that fosters confidence and self-esteem.

Briefing session to introduce one year of activities

On the day, we plan to cover:

* The journey over the past year since opening * Episodes of children's growth * Introduction to daily activities * Future initiatives * Q&A session * Networking time

This session is also open to those who wish to become involved in creating places for children or start social contribution activities in the community.

Recommended for:

Those interested in free schools Those concerned about creating places for children Those who want to start volunteering Those who want to participate in activities supporting children in the community Those interested in education, welfare, and community building Event Outline

Event Name Free School "Kakashi" Activity Introduction & Briefing Session

Date and Time Sunday, July 26, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (Reception opens at 2:45 PM)

Format Hybrid event: In-person and Zoom

Venue Fussa City Kagayaki Citizen Support Center

Participation Fee Free

How to Apply Please apply via the QR code on the flyer.

Towards a Society that Supports Children as a Whole Community

Children are the future of our community.

Free school "Kakashi" aims to realize a "community-based society" where children are supported by the connections of many, not just educational institutions, but also local residents, companies, volunteers, and government.

We hope that through this briefing session, participants will deepen their understanding of our activities and that new connections will be made with as many people as possible.

About Human Care NPO

Human Care NPO, with the philosophy of "creating a community where everyone can live with peace of mind," develops community welfare projects across multiple generations, including elderly welfare, disability welfare, creating places for children, and supporting citizen activities.

In addition to the free school "Kakashi," we are engaged in various initiatives to solve community issues, such as children's cafeterias, food pantries, and support for citizen activities.

[Contact Information for this Matter]

Human Care NPO

Free School "Kakashi"

Contact: Koshie

TEL: 080-3904-6033

HP: https://kakashi-fussa.org