A Look at July’s Gathering

On June 18th, we hosted another session of “Kasumiso Hiroba,” the parent-child gathering space born from SaruKuma!
@sarukoukumamoto
This time, we welcomed back Akko-sensei from “balloon,” a rhythmic music (eurhythmics) class based in Kumamoto City. She was such a hit last year that we had a waiting list of families eager to join!♩
@music_for_kids_balloon55

Akko-sensei believes in the power of live music, so she brings her own piano and guitar to the sessions and plays along beautifully, watching the children’s reactions in real time♬
When mums moved their bodies and kept the rhythm, even the tiniest little ones could feel the music and respond in their own adorable ways♪
Halfway through, lights were brought out, adding a magical twist to the activities — everyone was wide-eyed with wonder!
It’s a fun idea you can definitely try at home, too.
Toward the end, all sorts of unusual instruments came out, and the kids were absolutely fascinated by these new sounds and shapes!
The mums, meanwhile, were busy filming their little ones discovering brand-new sides of themselves 😉

And of course, there were also babies sipping milk, others napping peacefully, and a few running around freely…
With no need to worry about judgmental eyes (because everyone here is a mum — we’re all in this together!), the parents truly relaxed and savored the moment. It turned out to be another wonderful gathering.
We wrapped things up with a lovely picture book reading, enjoying a full and joyful hour together♩

Akko-sensei also offers free trial classes — be sure to check out her account for more info!
@music_for_kids_balloon55
As always, we borrowed the height/weight scale and a wide variety of toys from Yusui Nursery School Toyooka.
@toyookayusui
Website: https://yusui.ed.jp/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toyookayusui/

How to Sign Up for the Next Session

The next session will be held on Thursday, August 20th.
We’ll welcome back the popular puppet theater group “Tamatebako,” who delighted everyone last year. They’ll be performing with giant picture books and even some magic tricks!
Older siblings on summer break are warmly invited to join, too♡

Starting this fiscal year, “Kasumiso Hiroba” has moved to the third Wednesday of each month so that it doesn’t overlap with other children’s center events in Koshi City!
(Dates may shift due to instructor schedules or seasonal holidays.)

To sign up for the August session, please use the link below↓
https://forms.gle/ke8TroEL6cwoR2AXA

Event announcements are also posted on the Kasumiso Hiroba Instagram account.
Ko-Ko-Kono KOSHI Instagram

Same-day cancellations and entering or leaving partway through are absolutely fine!
Parking: Free
Restrooms: Western-style toilets, no baby seat, but the multipurpose room has a diaper-changing table
Breastfeeding is welcome, too!
Please don’t hesitate to ask the staff if you need any help.

Whether you live in Koshi City or not, whether your child is a baby or older — everyone is welcome!
Crying, running around, arriving late, leaving early — all completely OK!
Kids will be kids, after all. No worries at all!!

While we use an advance reservation system, we’ve recently been getting more people on the waiting list, so if your plans change, please send us a DM through this account.

Ko-Ko-Kono KOSHI Instagram

Sponsoring Companies

Starting this fiscal year, “Kasumiso Hiroba” is looking for supportive sponsor companies!
If you’re interested, please feel free to reach out via DM on the Kasumiso Hiroba Instagram account.

Cooperation

Yusui Nursery School Toyooka
Website: https://yusui.ed.jp/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toyookayusui/

Each month, the principal of Yusui Nursery School Toyooka joins our gatherings.
They kindly lend us toys and equipment for our activities, and bring along a height/weight scale, too.
The principal is more than happy to answer questions about finding nursery care, and even to share what working at a nursery school is really like for those who are curious.
During the gatherings, you might just spot a baby happily settled on the principal’s lap! lol
The principal is super friendly and approachable, so please don’t hesitate to strike up a conversation (^^)