[JINGU Project Vol. 3] Towards the 'First Moment' a Rapper Director and Midwife Facility Manager Stand on Site - Announcement of Nursery School Entrance Ceremony (Opening Ceremony) Date -

This announcement informs you that the initiatives presented in the first and second phases are now

“moving into actual operation on site.”

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Mother Goose Jingumae Nursery School (operated by Mother Goose) will hold its entrance ceremony (opening ceremony) on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

This announcement signifies that, with this entrance ceremony as a catalyst,

the JINGU Project's initiatives, which have been advanced under the value of "supporting childcare as a society,"

are now moving into actual operation on site.

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■ Phase 1: Connecting Culture and Childcare

In the first phase, we announced an unprecedented initiative where rapper XBS (Nobuhiro Fukami), a member of

NITRO MICROPHONE UNDERGROUND, a group representing the Japanese hip-hop scene, would be involved as the director of a nursery school.

This initiative was not merely for sensationalism but emphasized a gradual involvement process, based on an understanding of the system and the field, and after training and practical experience.

Behind this is the idea that

"childcare is not solely the responsibility of the family, but a theme that society as a whole should address."

It garnered significant attention as a challenge to reconnect culture and childcare.

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■ Phase 2: Empathy Beyond Imagination

In the subsequent second phase, this announcement received over 1,000 responses through SNS, word-of-mouth, and media.

Many of these were supportive, empathetic, and positive voices,

making it clear that this initiative was not just a topic of conversation but touched upon a societal need.

Furthermore, multiple media outlets requested interviews,

confirming the high level of social interest.

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■ Phase 3: Starting on Site

And now, with the entrance ceremony (opening ceremony) held by Mother Goose Jingumae Nursery School as a turning point,

this concept will begin its operation on site.

This initiative will be carried out within the normal operation of the nursery school,

and the JINGU Project will accompany and disseminate these efforts from an external position.

April 11, 2026, will be a symbolic day where the value of

"supporting childcare as a society" manifests as a connection between the field and society.

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■ The New Role of a Rapper Director

The "Rapper Director" in this initiative will not engage in childcare duties based on childcare qualifications and will not be directly involved in the care of children.

Their role is to convey the feelings accumulated daily in the childcare field,

the realities of parenting, and social issues,

to society through music and culture,

and to increase the number of people involved.

They are a presence that disseminates the value of childcare externally, from a position strictly separate from childcare duties.

Childcare is not solely the responsibility of mothers;

it is something that society as a whole should support.

They are a presence that spreads this value beyond the immediate field.

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■ Redefining the System and Appointment

Initially, XBS was scheduled to be appointed as the facility manager,

but through discussions with on-site staff, the role design was revised to a phased approach to achieve a more sustainable and high-quality system.

As a result,

・A "Facility Manager" responsible for childcare expertise

・A "Promotion Director (Rapper Director)" responsible for external communication

will operate with this division of roles.

Mana Inose, a midwife, has been appointed as the facility manager,

establishing an on-site system based on professional expertise.

The facility manager bears the ultimate responsibility for the nursery school's operation and safety management.

XBS, as the Rapper Director, will take on the role of communication while accumulating experience and learning on site.

In the future, after sufficiently deepening his understanding of childcare and practical experience, he aims to gradually transition into a responsible position, including the possibility of taking on the role of facility manager.

This involvement is not merely for sensationalism but is based on a long-term commitment to taking on a responsible role while earnestly addressing the realities of childcare.

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■ Message from the Facility Manager

Facility Manager Mana Inose (Midwife)

As a midwife, I have been involved with many mothers.

What I have felt while witnessing the moment of birth is that

childbirth is not the goal, and many people become isolated during the subsequent childcare period.

Unable to rely on anyone.

Unable to voice their struggles.

Having no choice but to keep going.

I have seen many times on site how people reach their physical and mental limits in such situations.

That is why this nursery school

is not just a place to look after children;

we want it to be a place where mothers can feel safe to rely on us.

When you come here, someone is there.

Someone will listen to you.

You can relax a little.

We will walk alongside families as such a place.

*The photos published were taken and used with the consent of the guardians.

Furthermore, utmost care has been taken to protect the privacy of the children and guardians.

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■ Message from the Promotion Director

Rapper Director XBS (Nobuhiro Fukami)

What we are trying to do is not

to increase the number of nursery schools,

but to change the very nature of childcare.

In today's society, childcare tends to become too much of "individual responsibility."

In reality, people should be able to rely more,

and society should support more,

yet many mothers are carrying the burden alone.

That is why, with this project,

we want to create a society where people can support each other before anyone reaches their limit alone.

In this context, the presence of childcare workers is truly significant,

and therefore, we believe it is equally important to establish an environment and treatment commensurate with their value.

And a society where mothers can give birth and raise children with peace of mind.

A society where no one lives in isolation.

Ultimately, we want to realize such a society.

Although I am not a childcare worker myself,

there is still a role I can play.

Whether through music, communication, or connections,

even from a different position, we can support the future of children and mothers.

If such involvement increases,

I believe society will change little by little.

I would be happy if this initiative becomes one step towards that.

*The photos published are for illustrative purposes and are used with the consent of the guardians.

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■ Entrance Ceremony (Opening Ceremony) Overview

・Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026

・Location: Mother Goose Jingumae Nursery School

This ceremony will be conducted separately from regular childcare hours,

and operations will prioritize the safety of the children and the childcare environment.

Furthermore, for interviews and photography, with prior arrangement,

the privacy of children and guardians will be thoroughly protected.

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■ Finally

This initiative is not a special event,

but a new challenge that is an extension of daily childcare.

"Childcare should be supported by society."

Please witness the moment when this value begins to move from both the field and society.

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*This release is disseminated by Mikispace Inc., an external partner, as part of public relations cooperation based on corporate collaboration (joint corporate framework).

The responsibility for the operation and childcare of the nursery school rests with Mother Goose.

*This project is an initiative where each entity collaborates while dividing roles from an independent standpoint.