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Global Money Week 2026: A Platform for Financial Education

The Japan Financial Education Support Organization, based in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, is taking a significant step to enhance financial literacy as it prepares to host a pivotal event in alignment with the OECD's Global Money Week 2026. From March 27 to March 28, 2026, a series of events is scheduled, centered around the theme of fostering generational collaboration through financial education.

Event Overview

On March 28, the core event—a Financial Education Forum—will take place at the Tokyo Innovation Base SHARE-1. This two-day initiative aims to promote interactions and collaborations among various stakeholders, including educators, students, and corporate partners. The preceding day, March 27, will kick off with an experiential program at the Tokyo Stock Exchange, promoting active learning and engagement in financial topics.

The forum will serve as a dynamic platform where individuals from different backgrounds—including alumni of the FES Contest, teaching ambassadors, and corporate partners—can come together. Each participant will share insights and experiences, conducting dialogues on how to sustain collaboration in financial education amidst evolving societal needs.

Forum Agenda

The event will be divided into several segments:

Part 1: Practical Reports on Financial Education

Time: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
This section will feature presentations from key contributors to financial education at the national level. Participants will share practical insights from joint initiatives involving teachers, educational institutions, and corporate partners. This includes a notable workshop in Hyogo Prefecture recognized in the Sekisui House Matching Program, which showcases how collaborative efforts between schools and businesses can yield innovative solutions and address challenges in financial education.

Participants scheduled to speak include:

• - Hiroyuki Akiba (Certified Instructor, Ueno Gakuen Junior and Senior High School)
• - Kazuya Ibusuki (Teaching Ambassador, Suita City First Elementary School)
• - Ruto Kato (FES Contest University Committee, University of Tokyo)
• - Tatsuya Toyosaki (Marketing Manager, Fairfield by Marriott)
• - Kazuhiro Nakazono (Certified Instructor, Community-Based Co.)
• - Yugo Mizuno (Teaching Ambassador, Tokyo Higashi Kurume High School)

Part 2: FES Contest Alumni Talk Session

Time: 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
In this segment, previous FES Contest winners will reflect on their growth since participating in the contest. Now university students, they will discuss how their experiences ignited their passion for finance and explore how they can contribute to the future iterations of the FES Contest, fostering further growth in financial education.

Scheduled speakers include:

• - Miumi Kusaba (Chiba Prefectural Graduation Recipient, Shibuya Educational Academy Makuhari High School)
• - Miwa Komatsu (Gumma Prefectural Results Winner)
• - Yujiro Tagami (Nihon Sports University)
• - Ryo Hirose (Doshisha Kori Junior High and High School)
• - Riko Furusawa (Shōwa Gakuin Shueikan High School)

Part 3: Introduction of Next Year's Teaching Ambassadors

Time: 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Finally, the forum will introduce the new Teaching Ambassadors, who will play a crucial role in implementing financial education across schools. Their insights will be essential for creating effective partnerships that connect educational needs with community resources.

The Goal of the Forum

This forum intends to nurture individual learning, collaboration across academia and industry, and the actual implementation of these educational initiatives. By fostering supportive and intergenerational learning relationships, the Japan Financial Education Support Organization aims to establish a sustainable ecosystem for financial education.

Pre-Event Activity: Tokyo Stock Exchange Tour

On March 27, before the main forum, participants are invited to experience the Tokyo Stock Exchange, followed by a simulated stock trading activity. This engaging program aims to give participants a firsthand understanding of the financial market dynamics.

Date: March 27, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Tokyo Stock Exchange, Nihonbashi Kabuto-cho, Tokyo

The Global Money Week initiative exemplifies a dedicated effort to cultivate financial literacy through collaboration. By connecting generations and sectors, the forum seeks to inspire a new wave of financial enthusiasts and professionals who are better equipped to navigate today's economic landscape.

For more information and to register for participation, visit the official website: Japan Financial Education Support Organization.