McKenzie House to Host Community-Participatory "Coffee Project"
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- McKenzie House to Host Community-Participatory "Coffee Project"
- McKenzie House will hold a community-participatory product development event, the "Coffee Project," on June 20, 2026, in collaboration with "Ekkurus," a Type B employment support facility in Chigasaki City. The project aims to develop an original coffee based on visitor votes, supporting employment for people with disabilities and revitalizing the local community.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 9, 2026
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McKenzie House will hold a community-participatory product development event, the "Coffee Project," on June 20, 2026, in collaboration with "Ekkurus," a Type B employment support facility in Chigasaki City. The project aims to develop an original coffee based on visitor votes, supporting employment for people with disabilities and revitalizing the local community.
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- June 9, 2026
McKenzie House will hold a community-participatory product development event, the "Coffee Project," on June 20, 2026, in collaboration with "Ekkurus," a Type B employment support facility in Chigasaki City. The project aims to develop an original coffee based on visitor votes, supporting employment for people with disabilities and revitalizing the local community.
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McKenzie House Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, President: Eiji Okubo) will hold a community-participatory product development event, the "Coffee Project," on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Sweets Otabe (Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture), in collaboration with "Ekkurus," a Type B employment support facility in Chigasaki City.
In this project, visitors will taste and vote for their favorite among three types of coffee. Based on the results, we will proceed with the development of an original novelty coffee, "Shonan Bellmare x McKenzie House Original Coffee."
Furthermore, this project was realized in support of the passionate aspirations for coffee held by "Ekkurus," a Type B employment support facility that supports the creation of work opportunities for people with disabilities.
This new community co-creation project, where a small act of choosing coffee leads to regional welfare, employment support for people with disabilities, collaboration with local businesses, and the revitalization of the Shonan area.
Why Coffee?
McKenzie House upholds the vision of "A town where life can be enjoyed 360°."
With the sea in sight and mountains overhead, and unique shops and people's lives to encounter as you walk. The Shonan and Nishi-Shonan areas are rich with attractions that enrich life, such as nature, culture, and human connections. We are a home building company, but what we truly want to deliver is not the house itself. It is the time spent living in the town. Memories spent with family.
Connection with the community. In other words, it is town development where one can enjoy life itself, including "living," "eating," "playing," "learning," and "raising." This coffee project was born from that very sentiment.
People meet over a cup of coffee, local businesses connect, and work is created for people with disabilities.
Coffee is not just a beverage; it is a catalyst for communication that connects people.
Co-creation with Partner "Ekkurus"
Our project partner, "Ekkurus," is a Type B employment support facility operating in Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Through activities such as coffee roasting and package production, they are working to create an environment where people with disabilities can feel connected to society while working. McKenzie House empathized with their activities and thought about what could be done together as a local company, leading to the start of this project.
This initiative is not just about product development; it is also a project that connects people.
Community Connection Through Sports
As an official premium partner of Shonan Bellmare, McKenzie House is engaged in regional revitalization and fostering the future of children through sports. In this coffee project, the flavor will be decided by the votes of local residents, and it is planned to be developed as an original novelty coffee to be presented to McKenzie House visitors and clients in the future.
Exclusive Benefits for "Tsunagaru" Official LINE Registrants
A2 Milk Present from Moriyama Nyugyo
With the cooperation of local company Moriyama Nyugyo Co., Ltd., we will present A2 milk to the first 60 registrants of our "Tsunagaru" official LINE.
Bagel Otabe & Sweets 500 Yen OFF Coupon
Receive a 500 yen discount for purchases of 1,000 yen or more on bagels or sweets.
*Limited to "Tsunagaru" official LINE registrants. First 50 people.
Shonan Bellmare x McKenzie House Limited Cutting Board Raffle
A limited edition cutting board made from natural cypress from Kishu and Kumano will be presented to one lucky winner.
[Event Name]
McKenzie House Coffee Project
[Date and Time]
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
[Venue]
Sweets Otabe, 19-5 Mitsukecho, Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture
[Participation Fee]
Free
[Reservation]
Not required
The Future of the Region, from a Cup of Coffee.
The environment surrounding our local communities is undergoing significant changes, including population decline, weakening community ties, and challenges in employment for people with disabilities. On the other hand, there are attractive local shops, sports clubs that people want to support, and individuals who want to be useful to others. This coffee project is an endeavor to connect these sentiments.
Local residents participate, local businesses support, welfare facilities are involved, and sports connect people.
A small action starting from a cup of coffee will gradually change the future of the region.
McKenzie House will continue to challenge itself in creating towns where people can fully enjoy life, including "living," "eating," "playing," "learning," and "raising," under the vision of "A town where life can be enjoyed 360°."
Your vote will become the Shonan Bellmare Original Coffee.
That cup will become work for people with disabilities, a challenge for local businesses, and a connection to the town's future.
June 20, 2026. A new challenge created together by local businesses, sports, welfare, and the community.
Please come to the venue and cast your vote.
In this project, visitors will taste and vote for their favorite among three types of coffee. Based on the results, we will proceed with the development of an original novelty coffee, "Shonan Bellmare x McKenzie House Original Coffee."
Furthermore, this project was realized in support of the passionate aspirations for coffee held by "Ekkurus," a Type B employment support facility that supports the creation of work opportunities for people with disabilities.
This new community co-creation project, where a small act of choosing coffee leads to regional welfare, employment support for people with disabilities, collaboration with local businesses, and the revitalization of the Shonan area.
Why Coffee?
McKenzie House upholds the vision of "A town where life can be enjoyed 360°."
With the sea in sight and mountains overhead, and unique shops and people's lives to encounter as you walk. The Shonan and Nishi-Shonan areas are rich with attractions that enrich life, such as nature, culture, and human connections. We are a home building company, but what we truly want to deliver is not the house itself. It is the time spent living in the town. Memories spent with family.
Connection with the community. In other words, it is town development where one can enjoy life itself, including "living," "eating," "playing," "learning," and "raising." This coffee project was born from that very sentiment.
People meet over a cup of coffee, local businesses connect, and work is created for people with disabilities.
Coffee is not just a beverage; it is a catalyst for communication that connects people.
Co-creation with Partner "Ekkurus"
Our project partner, "Ekkurus," is a Type B employment support facility operating in Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Through activities such as coffee roasting and package production, they are working to create an environment where people with disabilities can feel connected to society while working. McKenzie House empathized with their activities and thought about what could be done together as a local company, leading to the start of this project.
This initiative is not just about product development; it is also a project that connects people.
Community Connection Through Sports
As an official premium partner of Shonan Bellmare, McKenzie House is engaged in regional revitalization and fostering the future of children through sports. In this coffee project, the flavor will be decided by the votes of local residents, and it is planned to be developed as an original novelty coffee to be presented to McKenzie House visitors and clients in the future.
Exclusive Benefits for "Tsunagaru" Official LINE Registrants
A2 Milk Present from Moriyama Nyugyo
With the cooperation of local company Moriyama Nyugyo Co., Ltd., we will present A2 milk to the first 60 registrants of our "Tsunagaru" official LINE.
Bagel Otabe & Sweets 500 Yen OFF Coupon
Receive a 500 yen discount for purchases of 1,000 yen or more on bagels or sweets.
*Limited to "Tsunagaru" official LINE registrants. First 50 people.
Shonan Bellmare x McKenzie House Limited Cutting Board Raffle
A limited edition cutting board made from natural cypress from Kishu and Kumano will be presented to one lucky winner.
[Event Name]
McKenzie House Coffee Project
[Date and Time]
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
[Venue]
Sweets Otabe, 19-5 Mitsukecho, Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture
[Participation Fee]
Free
[Reservation]
Not required
The Future of the Region, from a Cup of Coffee.
The environment surrounding our local communities is undergoing significant changes, including population decline, weakening community ties, and challenges in employment for people with disabilities. On the other hand, there are attractive local shops, sports clubs that people want to support, and individuals who want to be useful to others. This coffee project is an endeavor to connect these sentiments.
Local residents participate, local businesses support, welfare facilities are involved, and sports connect people.
A small action starting from a cup of coffee will gradually change the future of the region.
McKenzie House will continue to challenge itself in creating towns where people can fully enjoy life, including "living," "eating," "playing," "learning," and "raising," under the vision of "A town where life can be enjoyed 360°."
Your vote will become the Shonan Bellmare Original Coffee.
That cup will become work for people with disabilities, a challenge for local businesses, and a connection to the town's future.
June 20, 2026. A new challenge created together by local businesses, sports, welfare, and the community.
Please come to the venue and cast your vote.
FAQ
What is the purpose of the "Coffee Project" event?
It aims to contribute to regional welfare, employment support for people with disabilities, collaboration with local businesses, and the revitalization of the Shonan area through a cup of coffee.
What kind of coffee will be developed at the event?
An original novelty coffee, "Shonan Bellmare x McKenzie House Original Coffee," will be developed based on visitor votes to determine the flavor.
How can I participate in the event?
The event will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Sweets Otabe in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Participation is free and no reservation is required.
What kind of facility is "Ekkurus"?
"Ekkurus" is a Type B employment support facility in Chigasaki City that supports job creation and social connection for people with disabilities through activities like coffee roasting and packaging.
Tell me about the exclusive benefits for LINE registrants.
The first 60 registrants will receive Moriyama Nyugyo's A2 milk, and the first 50 will receive a 500 yen OFF coupon for Bagel Otabe & Sweets. There will also be a raffle for a limited edition cutting board.