Chikurin no School to Hold Annual "Muddy Field Sports Day" on June 10th (Wednesday)
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- Chikurin no School to Hold Annual "Muddy Field Sports Day" on June 10th (Wednesday)
- Chikurin no School, an alternative school operated by NPO Kono Sato, will hold its popular annual "Muddy Field Sports Day" on June 10, 2026. In addition to classic events like bread-eating races and tug-of-war, new events combining children's ideas and adult enthusiasm are planned. This experiential event allows both children and adults to fully enjoy themselves while getting covered in mud.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 9, 2026
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Chikurin no School, an alternative school operated by NPO Kono Sato, will hold its popular annual "Muddy Field Sports Day" on June 10, 2026. In addition to classic events like bread-eating races and tug-of-war, new events combining children's ideas and adult enthusiasm are planned. This experiential event allows both children and adults to fully enjoy themselves while getting covered in mud.
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- Chikurin no School to Hold Annual "Muddy Field Sports Day" on June 10th (Wednesday) (June 9, 2026), PR Times
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- June 9, 2026
Chikurin no School, an alternative school operated by NPO Kono Sato, will hold its popular annual "Muddy Field Sports Day" on June 10, 2026. In addition to classic events like bread-eating races and tug-of-war, new events combining children's ideas and adult enthusiasm are planned. This experiential event allows both children and adults to fully enjoy themselves while getting covered in mud.
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Chikurin no School, an alternative school in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, operated by NPO Kono Sato, will hold its popular annual event, the "Muddy Field Sports Day," on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
In addition to classic competitions such as bread-eating races and tug-of-war, this year's event will feature new events that fuse children's ideas with the serious efforts of adults. It's a unique experiential event at Chikurin no School where children and adults alike can fully enjoy themselves, getting covered in mud.
The "Tamaron" Parent-Child Salon for Preschoolers will also be held concurrently on the same day. Participation is free (lunch is ¥1,000 per person if desired), and families and the general public from the community are widely welcome. We are also looking for volunteers for photo and video shooting. (Recruitment closed on June 8th due to reaching capacity).
Running in the mud with Sakura, the guard dog, in the rice paddy.
Event Overview
- Date and Time: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM (preparation from 9:00 AM)
- Location: Chikurin no School
- Address: 2970 Tamashima Tou, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture
- Participation Fee: Free (*¥1,000 per meal for those who wish to have lunch)
- Target Audience: Anyone, children and adults. Participation with children is welcome.
- Concurrent Event: "Tamaron" Parent-Child Salon for Preschoolers
Day's Schedule
9:00 AM: Preparation for the sports day in the rice paddy
10:00 AM: Opening ceremony and start of competitions by Chikurin no School children
11:30 AM: End of the Muddy Field Sports Day
12:00 PM: Lunch (optional, ¥1,000 per meal) *Planned to be more luxurious than usual
About Chikurin no School
In February 2026, the Director of Education for Okayama Prefecture visited Chikurin no School.
Chikurin no School is an alternative school in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, operated by NPO Kono Sato. It provides a learning environment that values the individuality of each child, centered around connections with food, agriculture, nature, and the community.
Throughout the year, we conduct hands-on activities using rice paddies and fields, interact with living creatures such as raising chickens and caring for guard dogs, and work with local families and individuals interested in agriculture and education to build a rich community.
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Organizer and Inquiries
Organizer: Specified Non-Profit Corporation Kono Sato
Contact: 080-3873-5523 (Kataoka)
Email: info@konosato.org
Contact Person: Tetsuya Kataoka (NPO Kono Sato)
FAQ
What is the appeal of the "Muddy Field Sports Day"?
It's an event where both children and adults can get covered in mud, return to their childhood, and have a blast. Besides classic games, new events created from children's ideas will be featured.
Who can participate?
Everyone is welcome, from children to adults, including families with children, local residents, and the general public.
Are there any special preparations needed to participate?
Please bring clothes that can get dirty, a change of clothes, and a towel. Don't forget measures against heatstroke.
What kind of meals are provided for lunch?
The lunch is planned to be "more luxurious than usual." Those who wish can participate for ¥1,000 per meal.
What kind of education does "Chikurin no School" provide?
We value connections with food, agriculture, nature, and the community, providing learning that respects the individuality of each child.