Koji Abe and FM Yokohama Give Their Full Support to the Future of Children!
Machi Mirai Seisakusho Co., Ltd. and FM Yokohama will broadcast a special radio program, "Pikatto! Children's Cheering Squad," on March 29, 2026, hosted by comedian Koji Abe. The program introduces the "Pika Denki" initiative, a system allowing people to support children's futures just by switching their electricity provider. It will also feature companies and organizations in the Yokohama and Kanagawa area that are working to build a better future for children.
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Machi Mirai Seisakusho Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture; Representative Director: Hideaki Aoyama), in collaboration with FM Yokohama (84.7MHz), will broadcast a special program themed around the future of children, "Pikatto! Children's Cheering Squad," from 20:00 on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Centered on the new framework of "social activity just by switching electricity," this program, along with Koji Abe, the ambassador and cheering squad leader for the e.CYCLE Children's Future Project, will introduce companies and organizations in Yokohama and Kanagawa that are taking on the challenge of building a future for children. The content will feature discussions about energy and community connected by "the future of children."
Radio Link: https://radiko.jp/share/?sid=YFM&t=20260329200000
■ About the Special Program "Pikatto! Children's Cheering Squad"
Under the theme of "activities to support the future of children," this program will introduce the initiatives of diverse players active mainly in the Yokohama and Kanagawa area.
It will feature concrete actions that lead to the future of children, such as "providing experiential opportunities connecting nature and education," "community-based child-rearing support and welfare activities," and "creating venues for children's expression and challenges." The content aims to encourage listeners to think about the future of their community and children. Furthermore, the program will introduce the Pika Denki initiative as a mechanism where "supporting children is as simple as switching your electricity," presenting a new value where lifestyle and social contribution are naturally connected.
■ "Pika Denki": A Social Activity That Only Requires Switching Your Electricity
"Pikadenki" is an initiative where various stakeholders involved in the project become "one team" to nurture the future of children. By simply switching their electricity, users can support projects for the future of children as project owners.
Pika Denki URL: https://pikadenki.com/
【Main Features】
① Earth-friendly natural energy that is also economical, making it gentle on both nature and households.
② Low environmental impact in the power generation area, with donations made to the region for revitalization.
③ For each contract, 3,000 yen/year is donated to activities supporting the future of children (if there are 10,000 contracts, this amounts to 30 million yen annually).
【How is this possible?】
Possible through joint procurement
The power generation region/operator and the electricity-using region cooperate to enter into a bulk contract. This allows us to deliver electricity under conditions that are difficult to achieve with individual contracts.
Possible because we are one team
The power generation region/operator, the retail operator that delivers to homes, the municipalities, companies, and organizations that promote its use in the region, and the customers who use the electricity. Everyone involved is connected with consideration, creating a structure where each other's faces are visible.
■ The "Pikatto Cheering Squad" Community Concept
This initiative is not just a one-off program企画; it aims to form the "Pikatto Cheering Squad," a community that connects companies, organizations, and individuals who support the future of children. The goal is to co-create "social value that cannot be achieved by a single company or organization" by promoting cross-sectoral collaboration in areas such as energy, education, welfare, and community development.
Through such cross-cutting collaboration, we aim to realize a society where everyday choices and actions lead to investments in the future.
Program Name: Pika Denki presents "Pikatto! Children's Cheering Squad"
Broadcast Date & Time: March 29, 2026 (Sun) 20:00-21:00
Broadcast Station: FM Yokohama (84.7MHz)
Content: A special program on the theme of children's future (60 minutes)
※You can also listen to the program on radiko.
https://radiko.jp/share/?sid=YFM&t=20260329200000
【Performer Information】
Koji Abe
Born in 1975 in Kanagawa Prefecture. Winner of the R-1 Grand Prix 2010. Performs at venues such as Lumine the Yoshimoto and Namba Grand Kagetsu. As an actor, he has appeared in the NHK morning drama "Amachan," TV Asahi's "Kamen Rider Geats," and the musical "Misen." He is currently an MC on Aomori Asahi Broadcasting's "Hare nochi Ashita" and "Yume wa Koko kara Namahoso Happy." He is also a certified balance ball instructor and regularly holds Happy Balance Ball classes.
MITSUMI
"To bring a smile to as many people as possible." She has been pursuing her career as a radio DJ, a dream she has had since childhood. She has a reputation for her approach through sound, having studied Music Therapy during her time in the United States. In contrast to her gentle way of speaking, she also has an active side, with hobbies such as climbing in the Northern Japan Alps. Based on her experiences with nature while cleaning mountains, she disseminates information aimed at creating a better global environment. She is also active as a Kanagawa SDGs Smile Ambassador.
【Featured Companies Working on Building the Future for Children】
1. Forest Adventure Inc.
Operates a French-born, forest-symbiotic outdoor park, fostering children's challenging spirit and autonomy through athletic experiences in nature. In this program, they will convey the importance of "education through experience."
https://foret-aventure.jp/park/fa-yokohama/
2. Riviera Group
Based on its resort facility and marina operations, the group develops the "Riviera Future Creation Project" to promote environmental conservation and educational activities. In this program, they will introduce their initiatives for building a sustainable society and next-generation education.
https://www.riviera.co.jp
3. Efila Group
Develops a wide range of community-based businesses, including nursery schools, after-school day services, and sports teams, aiming to support the growth of each child, assist their families, and co-create with the community. In this program, they will mainly introduce services that support children in need.
https://efila.co.jp
4. KDC DANCE STUDIO
Operates a dance school for ages 3 to high school seniors, creating opportunities for children's self-expression through event performances and more. In this program, they will communicate the value of growth opportunities through culture and expression.
【About Machi Mirai Seisakusho】
Machi Mirai Seisakusho develops and provides the renewable energy aggregation platform "e.CYCLE" with the aim of revitalizing regions through the local production for local consumption of "regional renewable energy" that regenerates the community, and its distribution between regions. It is currently deployed in 52 municipalities nationwide (as of July 2025).
【Company Profile】
Company Name: Machi Mirai Seisakusho Co., Ltd.
Representative: Hideaki Aoyama, Representative Director
Address: 6F Toshin Building, 4-17 Kaigan-dori, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0002
Capital: 15 million yen
Established: November 1, 2016