High School Scouts Visit Shinagawa Ward Mayor with Highest Honor, the Fuji Scout Award, on Their Chests [Boy Scouts Tsubasa District]
Fifteen high school scouts from the Boy Scouts Tsubasa District, who achieved the prestigious 'Fuji Scout Award' after overcoming rigorous challenges, paid a courtesy visit to the Shinagawa Ward Mayor. They reported their achievements and pledged further contributions to the local community.
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【Event Outline】
■Date: Friday, March 27, 2026, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM (30 minutes)
■Location: Shinagawa City Hall
■Participating Scouts: 15 representative scouts who received the Fuji Scout Award, Hayabusa Scout Award, Kiku Scout Award, etc., in fiscal year 2025.
■Content: Discussion with Shinagawa Ward Mayor Morizawa, presentations by scouts, etc.
【What is the Fuji Scout Award?】
Boy Scouts offers a variety of educational programs to promote youth development.
The Fuji Scout Award (Fuji Sukauto Sho) is the highest advancement award in the Scout Association of Japan. It is available to Venture Scouts of high school age and is an honorable award bestowed by the Scout Association of Japan as proof of being a "good citizen" equipped with self-reliance, responsibility, and public spirit as a member of society.
There are a total of six advancement awards: "Shokyu" (Beginner), "2-kyu" (2nd Class), "1-kyu" (1st Class), "Kiku" (Chrysanthemum), "Hayabusa" (Falcon), and "Fuji" (Mount Fuji), with the Fuji Scout Award being the highest.
Scouts aiming for the Fuji Scout Award undertake challenges in six areas: "Fundamentals," "Scout Skills," "Scout Spirit," "Service," "Faith Promotion," and "Growth and Contribution," in addition to undertaking a 2-night, 3-day solo camp.
Furthermore, "leadership" is a crucial requirement for obtaining the Fuji Scout Award, demanding the ability to plan, implement, and report on projects, possess a spirit of service, and acquire the qualities of a leader who can contribute to society.
【What is Boy Scouts?】
The Boy Scout movement, which began in the UK in 1907, currently has approximately 57 million participants in 176 countries and regions worldwide.
Centered on outdoor activities, it fosters children's independence, cooperativeness, social skills, resilience, and leadership through group activities.
In Japan, there are approximately 1,700 activity bases called "Dan" nationwide, with about 80,000 children and adults participating.
【Inquiries for interviews】
The Scout Association of Japan, Tokyo Council, Contact: Shintaro Yamamoto
FAQ
What is the Fuji Scout Award?
It is the highest advancement award in the Scout Association of Japan, achievable by Venture Scouts of high school age. It is a testament to being a 'good citizen' with self-reliance, responsibility, and public spirit.
What was the purpose of this courtesy visit?
Representative scouts who achieved the 'Fuji Scout Award' and other top honors after overcoming difficult challenges reported their achievements to the Shinagawa Ward Mayor and pledged further contributions to the local community.
What age groups can participate in Boy Scout activities?
Participants from elementary school first grade to 25 years old can join in age-appropriate sections. It is an international movement with approximately 57 million participants in 176 countries and regions worldwide.