e-fran Children's Cafeteria Continues in May: Providing 150 Free Bento Boxes Weekly

e-fran Corp. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; President: Taishi Kamura) has determined the May 2026 distribution schedule for its 'e-fran Children's Cafeteria,' an initiative supporting the local community.

Committed to UN SDG Goal 2, 'Zero Hunger,' the company provides regular food aid to children who struggle to receive balanced meals due to poverty or other circumstances.

[May 2026 Distribution Details] Distribution will occur every Saturday and Sunday for children from preschool to junior high school. Nutritious bento boxes are provided free of charge (no reservation required). Please note that quantities are limited (80 on Saturdays, 70 on Sundays, totaling 150 per week).

[Saturday Schedule] - May 2: Yokohama Bashimichi Shopping Street, Bakauma Shokudo - May 9: Seikatsu Sozo Kukan Nishi (Guts Beat Nishi) 5F Cafeteria (Starting at 12:00) - May 16: Soto Sect Aokizan Honkakuji Temple, 2nd Parking Lot - May 23: Kodomo no Mise (Dagashiya & Local Cafe)

[Sunday Schedule] - May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Held at 'After-school Day Service / Fureai Hiroba'

[History and Significance] The program was launched to provide warm community support alongside meals. Weekly distribution totals 150 meals in Japan, with the cumulative total exceeding 10,000 meals.

[International Support] Support extends globally, with a weekly program in Cebu, Philippines, distributing 100 meals to help combat poverty, reflecting the company’s commitment to SDGs.

[Commitment to Community] e-fran operates over 1,790 'Otakaraya' reuse stores nationwide. The company continues to balance business growth with active CSR, aiming to grow alongside local communities.