Summer Camp Experience: STS Baseball Camp Departing August 12

Plus One Education Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; President: Soji Wakime), a subsidiary of Rissho Education Group Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; President: Masahiko Ambo), will host the 'STS Baseball Camp departing August 12' from Wednesday, August 12, 2026, to Friday, August 14, 2026.

Overview of STS Baseball Camp (Departure: August 12)

・Travel Contract Type: Package Tour

・Schedule: August 12 (Wed) – August 14 (Fri), 2026 (2 nights, 3 days)

(Closing Date for Applications: Sunday, August 2, 2026)

・Eligibility: Elementary school students Grades 1–6 (boys and girls)

※Based on grade level at the time of departure

・Location: Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture

・Accommodation: 'Miyamoto no Yu' Japanese-style rooms

・Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

・Transportation: Shinkansen from Ikebukuro

・Tour Fee: ¥78,100 (Elementary School Students) ※Includes: Transportation, accommodation, meals, event/activity fees, and travel accident insurance

・Capacity: 30 participants (Minimum required for operation: 10)

※Tour may be canceled if minimum number is not met.

※Tour guide accompanies entire itinerary (1 staff member per 5–8 students)

・Details URL: https://ec.riso-plus1.co.jp/products/detail/2052

Key Highlights

1. Direct coaching by former pro player with MLB experience! Special baseball camp led by popular Coach Ukumori

This exclusive summer camp offers children the rare opportunity to learn directly from a former professional baseball player with coaching experience in Major League Baseball (MLB)!

This year’s coach is again Ukumori, who received excellent feedback last year. Children who participated last year are encouraged to join again for further skill development!

★Special gifts prepared for returning participants!★

2. Master fundamentals of hitting, fielding, and base running! A baseball training camp focused on overcoming weaknesses and achieving real skill improvement

Participants will practice all aspects of baseball, including throwing, batting, base running, and fielding. This camp is ideal for overcoming individual weaknesses. Revisit the basics and aim for solid improvement.

3. Exciting Q&A session with former pro Ukumori! A memorable evening with autographs and personal interaction

Children will have the invaluable chance to ask questions to Ukumori, a former professional who played in Nippon Professional Baseball. Last year’s evening Q&A session was filled with enthusiastic questions. Participants can also get autographs on their favorite items—creating unforgettable memories!

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Check out last year’s tour on Instagram!

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Itinerary

Day

Schedule

Day 1

8:30–9:30 Depart Ikebukuro (Limited Express) → Chichibu

● Warm-up exercises ● Catch play ● Batting practice ● Autograph & Q&A session

Day 2

● Pitching practice ● Base running drills ● Batting practice ● Fielding practice ● Fun event

Day 3

● Trout catching ● Udon noodle making ～Enjoy the trout caught and noodles made for lunch～

Chichibu (Limited Express) → Arrive Ikebukuro 4:00–5:00 PM

What is STS (School Tour Ship)?

STS is a specialized educational program that supports children’s character development and emotional education through experiential learning. 'We want every child to discover something they truly love—music, sports, play, anything—and develop the ability to become deeply passionate about it.' This program helps each child find their unique 'Plus One'—something beyond textbooks.

Applications are now open. Some tours fill up quickly and go on waiting list, so apply early! (URL: STS Tour Application)

Company Overview

Plus One Education Co., Ltd.

Address: 5F, Tōhō Building, 3-32-1 Takada, Toshima-ku, Tokyo President: Soji Wakime

Website: https://riso-plus1.co.jp/ Business: Providing experiential education programs for children’s character and emotional development; operating various after-school schools; organizing educational tours for schools

Rissho Education Group Co., Ltd.

Address: 3-1-40 Mejiro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo

President: Masahiko Ambo

Website: https://www.riso-kyoikugroup.com/

Business: Operates private tutoring schools including 'TOMAS'; through eight group companies, provides home tutoring, early childhood education, learning systems and educational programs for schools, and educational travel services

【Inquiries regarding this article】

Rissho Education Group Co., Ltd.

Advertising & Marketing Department: Henmi, Aratake

Email: riso-pr@tomas.jp