Exciting Job Experience Program at GRANDUO Tachikawa
Starting from August 5 to August 17, 2026, GRANDUO Tachikawa is thrilled to host the
Exciting Job Experience Program 2026, aimed primarily at elementary school children. This popular summer event, which has been a staple since its inception in 2023, allows kids to immerse themselves in real-life job experiences within various shops inside the commercial facility.
Program Highlights
The event is part of the
Living with GRANDUO initiative, designed to connect with the local community and provide children with a unique learning environment to understand work and social structures.
Participants will receive a certificate badge and a 500 yen gift voucher after their experiences, promoting a sense of accomplishment and joy in contributing to the workforce. This year's program features a wide range of participating shops including cafes, apparel stores, bakeries, and even cosmetic and assessment experiences. To ensure inclusivity, a special
Backstage Tour will be available for those who do not get selected for the main experiences, offering a rare glimpse behind the scenes of GRANDUO Tachikawa.
What to Expect
1.
Diverse Experience Activities: Kids can choose from a variety of work experiences including roles at a chocolate specialty store, a bakery, an apparel shop, and even a comic toy shop. Each experience is designed to be interactive and educational, allowing participants to try their hand at tasks such as customer service, product preparation, and more.
- At
Monloire, participants will handle cash registers and distribute samples.
- Experience the thrill of baking at
Sesto or assisting customers at
GAP Kids with wardrobe coordination.
2.
Earning Rewards: Every child who successfully completes a task will receive a
certificate badge and a
500 yen GRANDUO gift voucher as a reward for their efforts, thus further enhancing their sense of achievement and understanding of the value of work.
3.
Exclusive Backstage Tour: For those who weren't fortunate enough to secure a spot in the main program, there will be an exciting opportunity for a
Backstage Tour on August 15. This exclusive tour will take children behind the scenes of GRANDUO Tachikawa, revealing areas typically off-limits to the public and providing insights into the operations of the shopping center.
Event Details
- - Event Name: Exciting Job Experience Program 2026
- - Dates: August 5 (Wednesday) – August 17 (Monday), 2026
- - Target Age: Elementary school students (Parents/guardians must accompany)
- - Participation Fee: 1,000 yen (tax included) per child
- - Application Method: The program is based on a pre-registration lottery system through JRE MALL Tickets.
- - Application Deadline: July 26, 2026.
Additional Activities
Experience menu includes workshops in various shops:
- - 1F: Chocolate shop experience at Monloire, bakery tasks at Sesto, sweets shop work, and more.
- - 3F: Engage with customers at Goncha café.
- - 5F: Experience clothing retail at GAP Kids.
- - 7F: Participate in restaurant operations at Shaohong.
This exciting initiative aims not just to foster skills but also to enrich lives and instill a sense of community among participants. It's about creating memorable experiences that teach kids valuable life lessons while having fun!
For more information, visit the official
GRANDUO Tachikawa website. Note that details regarding events and campaigns are subject to change.