Yoshio Kojima’s Comedy Food Education “Oppappi” Class to Be Held in Shiga on May 23, Osaka on May 24, and Nara on May 31

Pressance Corporation, a comprehensive real estate developer, will hold the regional revitalization event “Teacher Yoshio Kojima’s Comedy Food Education Oppappi Class” over three days: Saturday, May 23; Sunday, May 24; and Sunday, May 31, 2026. The event is a participatory program for parents and children to enjoy while learning about food education, health, saving money, exercise, and related themes, led by comedian Yoshio Kojima. Drawing on Kojima’s knowledge in the fields of food and health, the program will let visitors experience the world of his popular content “Oppappi Elementary School.” It will offer practical ideas that families can easily try at home, including ways to incorporate seasonal vegetables, tips for using ingredients without waste, and activities parents and children can do together. Through this initiative, Pressance Corporation aims to provide local communities with opportunities to improve everyday living. Event overview: Event: Teacher Yoshio Kojima’s Comedy Food Education Oppappi Class Dates: Saturday, May 23; Sunday, May 24; and Sunday, May 31, 2026 Time: Two sessions per day, 13:00–13:40 and 15:30–16:10, approximately 40 minutes each Venues: May 23, BRANCH Otsukyo, 1F BRANCH Sankaku Plaza; May 24, Soyora Nagahara Ekimae, 1F Soyora Plaza; May 31, Nara Prefecture Convention Center, 2F Tenpyo Hall How to participate: Reservation forms. May 23: https://bit.ly/3QzFGZh; May 24: https://bit.ly/4d7ImWQ; May 31: https://bit.ly/4d7KYnz Fee: Free Notes: Participation by minors or students only is not permitted. Applications are limited to working adults. Registration will close once capacity is reached. Participation is limited to once per family. Those who have previously attended this event may be refused participation after confirmation by the company. Information or proposals regarding properties for sale may be provided. The two daily performances at each venue will be held rain or shine. Event program: Stage programs will be offered for parents and children to enjoy while learning together. The participatory stage will feature audience-participation comedy routines incorporating songs themed around vegetables. The talk session will be conducted in an interview format with the MC, introducing vegetable nutrition and useful facts in an easy-to-understand way. The content is designed to help children who are reluctant about vegetables develop a fun interest in food. Performer profile: Yoshio Kojima was born on November 16, 1980, in Okinawa Prefecture. While attending Waseda University, he debuted with the sketch comedy group WAGE and began performing as a solo comedian in 2006. In 2007, he rose to major popularity with catchphrases such as “Sonna no kankei nee!” and “Oppappi,” which were selected among the top 10 in that year’s U-CAN New Words and Buzzwords Awards. He also won the Golden Arrow Award for Newcomer of the Year. He has remained active since then and was runner-up in the 2016 R-1 Grand Prix. In recent years, he has drawn attention as the “strongest kids’ comedian,” performing more than 150 live shows for children annually. In 2020, he launched the YouTube channel “Oppappi Elementary School,” which had 175,000 subscribers as of April 2026. He has also created many picture books for children. In 2024, he became an ambassador for the Gold Ribbon Network and has supported children fighting pediatric cancer. In his private life, his first son was born in February 2024, making him a father of one. Company overview: Pressance Corporation is a comprehensive real estate developer whose corporate philosophy is: “We stand sincerely by everyday living and open the future through carefully crafted urban development.” Through the planning, development, and sale of housing, the company contributes to creating vibrant communities and aims to build long-term trust with customers by providing high-value-added homes. It will continue to value sincerity and creativity while working to sustainably enhance corporate value. Official website: https://www.pressance.co.jp/ Note: The company ranked No. 1 nationwide in Japan for the number of newly built condominiums supplied in 2025, as of February 2026.