Launch of 'Tsuki-iku': An Experiential Program to Become a 'Space Doctor' via NASA-Selected 'YAOKI' Rover Piloting and JAXA-Style Training

Asuiku Co., Ltd., the operator of the temporary childcare booking service 'Asuiku' and the experiential service 'Waku-iku', is partnering with Dymon Co., Ltd. and Uchu Co., Ltd. to launch 'Tsuki-iku', a four-part space exploration program starting June 28, 2026. This program allows children to challenge themselves in the unknown world of space and cultivate intellectual curiosity.

Participants will aim to become 'Space Doctors' through four missions, including piloting the 'YAOKI' lunar rover, which was selected for NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) mission, and experiencing JAXA-style training. Instructors include engineers and education experts from the front lines of space development. Since professional childcare staff accompany the children throughout the program, parents do not need to attend, allowing them to enjoy personal time while their children gain valuable growth experiences.

The first session will be held on June 28th at the Meiji Yasuda Gallery within the Meiji Yasuda Life Village, where YAOKI development team members will provide hands-on guidance. An annual passport is also available, offering priority booking for popular sessions and exclusive rewards upon completion. The four-part series is designed to progressively deepen children's understanding of space.