Source: https://mirai-no-mori.jp/2026-imperial-palace-charity-walk/ Mirai No Mori 2026 Imperial Palace Charity Walk REGISTER NOW! April marks a season of transition in Japan. A new school year begins. New routines take shape. And for many of the children and young people Mirai no Mori supports, it’s the start of a new chapter: campers entering a new grade, LITs stepping into high school, and graduates beginning university or their first job. Our annual Imperial Palace Charity

With a goal to create hands-on learning opportunities for students and volunteers to develop real-world skills in event and project management, while simultaneously building a platform for local voices to share their stories, Dr. Joe Hug founded TEDxInnovationU.

With a goal to support children and their education, Lauralee Garson-Okamoto, who comes from a charitable family background, was always taught that volunteering is about contributing back to our community.

Today marks the third annual celebration of Giving Tuesday in Japan! As our second full year with the Giving Tuesday Global team comes to a close, we have learned (and done) a lot and have a lot to look forward to in 2026!

Making sure that no child is left behind, Hikari Naito, joined Chance for Children because of her own childhood experiences! We at Giving Tuesday Japan had the exclusive opportunity to interview her about her mission, what inspired her to join Chance For Children, and how we all can support this amazing cause.

Since launching in April 2023, GivingTuesday Japan has been on a mission to highlight the country’s quiet but powerful culture of generosity. Led by Jasmine Tsunoda—a longtime nonprofit supporter and web designer who discovered GivingTuesday through a client—the small but ambitious team has worked to raise awareness, build trust, and spotlight what they call Japan’s “silent givers.”

"On 14 June, the world celebrates World Blood Donor Day, a global tribute to the millions of voluntary, unpaid blood donors who give others a second chance at life. Their generosity saves lives, strengthens communities, and embodies the spirit of solidarity. It’s a day to say thank you, but also to spotlight the ongoing, urgent need for safe, regular blood donations. This year, we honor hope, the kind you give with every drop of blood. Because millions of patients around the

In line with the idea of giving daily, today we are sharing 10 OTHER charity organizations within Japan that you can be a part of to make a d