Parents and Children Learn and Grow Together at 'Papa School': Tomonori Tomura Acquires BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor and USAB Umpire Certification for Junior High Hardball Baseball, Preparing to Be a Papa Coach and Papa Umpire [Japan Management Research Institute LLC]
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- Parents and Children Learn and Grow Together at 'Papa School': Tomonori Tomura Acquires BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor and USAB Umpire Certification for Junior High Hardball Baseball, Preparing to Be a Papa Coach and Papa Umpire [Japan Management Research Institute LLC]
- Tomonori Tomura, President of Japan Management Research Institute LLC, has acquired the 'BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor (U-15)' and 'USAB Umpire Certification' to support his son who started junior high school hardball baseball. This initiative is based on the 'Papa School' concept, where parents learn and grow with their children, preparing to engage in baseball coaching and umpiring with up-to-date knowledge.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: April 10, 2026
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Tomonori Tomura, President of Japan Management Research Institute LLC, has acquired the 'BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor (U-15)' and 'USAB Umpire Certification' to support his son who started junior high school hardball baseball. This initiative is based on the 'Papa School' concept, where parents learn and grow with their children, preparing to engage in baseball coaching and umpiring with up-to-date knowledge.
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- Parents and Children Learn and Grow Together at 'Papa School': Tomonori Tomura Acquires BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor and USAB Umpire Certification for Junior High Hardball Baseball, Preparing to Be a Papa Coach and Papa Umpire [Japan Management Research Institute LLC] (April 10, 2026), PR Times
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- April 10, 2026
Tomonori Tomura, President of Japan Management Research Institute LLC, has acquired the 'BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor (U-15)' and 'USAB Umpire Certification' to support his son who started junior high school hardball baseball. This initiative is based on the 'Papa School' concept, where parents learn and grow with their children, preparing to engage in baseball coaching and umpiring with up-to-date knowledge.
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To all media representatives,
April 10, 2026
Japan Management Research Institute LLC
We sincerely pray for the safety, health, and recovery of everyone in various regions affected by earthquakes, wind and flood damage, various disasters, wars, and sexual violence, and for the repose of the souls of those who regrettably passed away.
This time, Tomonori Tomura, the president of our company and advocate of 'Papa School', has completed the acquisition, application, and registration of the following qualifications for mutual learning and growth in sports.
[Qualifications acquired / Applications/Registrations completed this time]
・"BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor (U-15)": An open qualification for those under 15, regardless of hardball/softball distinction or affiliation with a specific organization (by the Baseball Federation of Japan (BFJ))
・USAB Umpire Certification: A qualification for minor league baseball in the United States
・Acquirer/Registrant: Tomonori Tomura, President, Japan Management Research Institute LLC (Tomura Tomonori: https://www.jmri.co.jp/tomura.html )
[Background]
My son successfully entered junior high school and began actively participating in a junior high school hardball baseball team, which was optional. I acquired these qualifications to be able to accompany him as a baseball coach or team umpire, learning and growing together according to his interests, and to interact with the junior high school players, who are the main actors in the team, with the latest knowledge so as not to be disrespectful.
Instead of parents 'teaching' based on past experiences, I hope that both parents and children can walk together in the same direction, with parents also acquiring and adapting to the skills and knowledge needed now and in the future, and growing and diversifying.
That is all.
Contact for this release:
Japan Management Research Institute
FAQ
What credentials did Tomonori Tomura acquire and register recently?
He acquired the BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor (U-15) and USAB Umpire Certification.
What organization provides the BFJ Certified Baseball Instructor qualification?
It is provided by the Baseball Federation of Japan for those under 15 years old.
What does the USAB Umpire Certification qualify a person to do?
It is a qualification for minor league baseball in the United States.
What is the official role of Tomonori Tomura at Japan Management Research Institute LLC?
He is the president of the Japan Management Research Institute LLC.
Why did Tomonori Tomura decide to acquire these baseball-related qualifications?
He wanted to accompany his son as a coach or team umpire and learn and grow together.