The ability to learn is there.
The opportunities have yet to reach them.
Around 1 in 9 children in Japan lives in relative poverty.
Some children want to learn but lack a supportive environment.
Educational inequality is quietly growing.
What the Data Reveals About Education in Japan
Child Poverty Rate
Around 1 in 9 lives in relative poverty
We provide quality learning opportunities for children facing financial hardship.
Poverty Rate in Single-parent Households
Nearly 1 in 2 households lives in poverty
We develop online learning environments so people can learn wherever they are.
Below Minimum Reading Proficiency
Gaps in basic academic skills
We support education in developing countries, including Bangladesh.
Source: Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Comprehensive Survey of Living Conditions
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, PISA Results
The problem goes beyond being unable to attend school.
Educational inequality often lies in everyday circumstances that are hard to see.
Lack of Learning Materials
Families cannot afford study guides, dictionaries or learning tools.
Access to digital materials is also limited.
Lack of a Home Study Environment
There is no quiet place to study. Parents are often away at work. No adult is available to help with learning.
Lack of Guidance Information
There are few opportunities to learn about scholarships or further study, and nobody to discuss options with.
Lack of Role Models
There are no adults nearby who continue learning, making it hard to imagine a future career.
Lack of Learning Materials
Families cannot afford study guides, dictionaries or learning tools.
Access to digital materials is also limited.
Lack of a Home Study Environment
There is no quiet place to study. Parents are often away at work. No adult is available to help with learning.
Lack of Guidance Information
There are few opportunities to learn about scholarships or further study, and nobody to discuss options with.
Lack of Role Models
There are no adults nearby who continue learning, making it hard to imagine a future career.
“Not a lack of effort, but a lack of opportunity”
A society where family circumstances do not define a child’s possibilities
A Sustainable Education Support Model
Step-by-step support, from building learning foundations to independence
Free Foundational Learning Support
Learning support combines online and in-person approaches. From basic skills to entrance exam preparation, we respond to individual needs.
- Individual Tutoring
- Learning Materials
- Study Spaces
Access to Digital and AI Education
We create opportunities to learn future-ready skills such as programming, data science and digital literacy.
- Programming Classes
- IT Skills Development
- Online Learning Environment
Independence and Career Development
We offer comprehensive support towards independence, including educational guidance, career counselling and internship opportunities.
- Career Advice
- Mentoring
- Employment Support
Learning is a shared responsibility
Educational opportunities for every child
Our Support in Practice
Different approaches help us offer learning that suits each child
Online Learning Support
Individual learning support through the internet provides quality education beyond the limits of time and place.
- Online Classes
- AI Learning Tools
- 24-hour Access
Welcoming Learning Spaces
We create safe physical places to learn, with warm meals, study spaces and adults available to talk.
- Study Spaces
- Meals
- Community
Reskilling Education
We offer opportunities to learn skills for future work, such as programming, design and data analysis.
- Programming
- Digital Skills
- Practical Learning
Career Advice
We support educational choices and future planning. Conversations with experts and mentors help learners design their own career paths.
- One-to-one Advice
- Mentoring
- Educational Guidance
How We Make It Free
A cycle of support funded by donations and partnerships
Individual and Corporate Donations
Ongoing support makes stable educational programs possible. Donations are eligible for tax benefits.
Grants and Subsidies
We use grants from public bodies and private foundations to improve program quality and scale.
Corporate Partnerships
We work with corporate social responsibility programs, with cooperation ranging from pro bono services to donated goods.
This Is an Investment
Supporting children’s education is an investment in the future of society as a whole.
Education can break the cycle.
A Future Projection Model for Supported Children
Changes before and after support (hypothetical model)
A projection model based on outcome data from similar programs
Higher Progression Rates
Ongoing learning support substantially improves progression to higher education
Higher Employment Rates
Career support and skills development open up stable employment opportunities
Improved Self-esteem
Repeated experiences of success build confidence and a positive outlook
“Supporting one child can help ten more in the future”
Education support is the surest way to break the cycle of poverty
Create Learning Opportunities Together.
Your support changes children’s futures
Donate
Your donations support educational activities in Japan and overseas. Ongoing support is also welcome.
- From JPY 1,000 per month
- Eligible for tax benefits
- Regular activity updates
Become a Supporting Member
Supporting members can contribute to our activities regularly. Members receive activity reports.
- Annual fee: individuals from JPY 10,000
- Voting rights at the general assembly
- Priority event invitations
Become a Corporate Partner
We promote collaborative programs with companies, supporting CSR initiatives and workforce development.
- Cooperation through CSR
- Pro bono and in-kind support
- Joint program development
- Volunteering
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Learning support, event organization, communications and more
- In-kind Donations
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Teaching materials, computers, stationery and more
- Spread the Word
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Share on social media and tell people you know
Our Commitment to Transparency
KIZUNA clearly discloses how donations and grants entrusted to us are used.
Financial information and activity reports are available for everyone to view.
Financial information will be published after the accounts are finalized.
Transparency in Practice
We disclose information to uphold our responsibility to supporters and their trust
Financial Disclosure
We regularly publish financial reports and operational plans
Financial information will be published after the accounts are finalized.
Use of Grants
We disclose details of grants from public bodies and foundations
Activity Reports
We report support results and outcome indicators quantitatively
Annual Report
A report covering KIZUNA’s activities, finances and future outlook over the past year.
- People supported and outcome indicators
- Financial report and use of funds
- List of corporate partners
- Plans for the next fiscal year
To be published progressively
Applications for certified nonprofit status and good governance certification are being prepared.