[2026 Latest! Father's Day Survey] Father-Child Relationship & Top 10 Celebrities People Want as a Father
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- [2026 Latest! Father's Day Survey] Father-Child Relationship & Top 10 Celebrities People Want as a Father
- ING conducted a trend survey on 'Father's Day' among high school students in the Kanto region. 'Letters' were the most popular gift for the third consecutive year, and Takuya Kimura was voted the ideal father figure for the second year in a row.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 9, 2026
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ING conducted a trend survey on 'Father's Day' among high school students in the Kanto region. 'Letters' were the most popular gift for the third consecutive year, and Takuya Kimura was voted the ideal father figure for the second year in a row.
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- [2026 Latest! Father's Day Survey] Father-Child Relationship & Top 10 Celebrities People Want as a Father (June 9, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 9, 2026
ING conducted a trend survey on 'Father's Day' among high school students in the Kanto region. 'Letters' were the most popular gift for the third consecutive year, and Takuya Kimura was voted the ideal father figure for the second year in a row.
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- 📰 Published: June 9, 2026 at 11:00
- 🔍 Collected: June 9, 2026 at 11:27 (27 min after Published)
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: June 9, 2026 at 12:05 (37 min after Collected)
Shibuya Trend Research presents the latest, most realistic, and fresh trends based on raw input from INGteens high school members operating out of Shibuya.
This survey's theme is 'Father's Day.'
### Actual Father's Day Gifts Given
- 1st: Letter (13.1%)
- 2nd: Cake (8.9%)
- 2nd: Shoulder massage ticket (8.9%)
- 4th: Socks (8.4%)
- 5th: Flowers (7.6%)
- 6th: Home-cooked meal (6.8%)
- 7th: Handkerchief (6.3%)
- 8th: Necktie (5.5%)
- 9th: Cup/Glass (5.1%)
- 9th: Clothes (5.1%)
'Letter' ranked 1st for the third consecutive year. Students commented that handwritten letters are the best way to express gratitude directly. 'Cake' and 'Shoulder massage tickets' tied for 2nd place. The top 3 results were all 'handmade-style gifts.'
### Father's Day Gift Budget
- 0 yen (No plans to buy) (32.0%)
- Under 1,000 yen (11.0%)
- 1,000 to under 2,000 yen (16.0%)
- 2,000 to under 3,000 yen (13.0%)
- 3,000 to under 5,000 yen (16.0%)
- 5,000 to under 10,000 yen (11.0%)
- 10,000 yen or more (1.0%)
'0 yen' was the most common response at 32.0%. This reflects a culture where sincerity and gratitude are valued more than monetary spending.
### Celebrities People Want as a Father
- 1st: Takuya Kimura (6.5%)
- 2nd: Kento Kaku (5.6%)
- 3rd: Tsuyoshi Muro (4.6%)
- 3rd: Ryohei Suzuki (4.6%)
- 5th: Sho Sakurai (2.8%)
- 5th: Fumiya Takahashi (2.8%)
- 5th: Ren Meguro (Snow Man) (2.8%)
- 5th: Kento Yamazaki (2.8%)
- 9th: DAIGO (1.9%)
- 9th: Hiroshi Abe (1.9%)
- 9th: Yo Oizumi (1.9%)
- 9th: Taiyo Sugiura (1.9%)
- 9th: Ryoma Takeuchi (1.9%)
- 9th: Yuya Yagira (1.9%)
For the second year in a row, Takuya Kimura took 1st place. High schoolers expressed admiration for his stylish demeanor and his deep, family-oriented nature, often observed through media and social networks.
FAQ
What is the number one gift high school students give for Father's Day?
For three consecutive years, the number one gift has been a 'letter'. Handwritten letters are widely regarded as the best traditional item to express gratitude.
What is the budget trend for high school students giving Father's Day gifts?
The most common response is '0 yen (no plans to buy)' at 32.0%. When purchasing, there is a tendency towards practical budgets, such as 1,000 to 2,000 yen or 3,000 to 5,000 yen.
Who is the top celebrity that high school students want to be their dad?
Kimitsu Takuya has been chosen as number one again this year. He is supported for his deep love for his family and stylish appearance.
What are the characteristics of gifts high school students choose for Father's Day?
Gifts with a handmade touch, such as letters, cakes, and back rub coupons, are popular. Practical fashion accessories like socks and handkerchiefs are also favored.
Who were the respondents for this survey?
The respondents are fashion-sensitive high school students from the Kanto region. The answers are based on the responses of INGteens high school members, who are based in Shibuya.