Tokyo's Deafblind Support Organization Featured on NHK Journal Radio

On February 25, 2026, the Tokyo Deafblind Support Organization, known formally as the Tokyo Deafblind Association, will have the opportunity to present its initiatives aimed at supporting the deafblind community during a segment on NHK Radio's "NHK Journal." With a focus on raising awareness among younger generations, the Association's Secretary General, Akihide Maeda, will participate in a live broadcast to discuss the challenges faced by individuals with both visual and hearing impairments, also known as the deafblind.

The Importance of Raising Awareness

The Tokyo Deafblind Association is currently engaged in a project funded by the Welfare Medical Organization in Japan, which is designed to promote understanding and awareness of deafblindness among the youth. This initiative, termed the "Deafblind Understanding and Awareness Program," aims to spark the interest of younger individuals who will play a crucial role in cultivating a more inclusive society in the future. By focusing on education and support, the Association seeks to bridge the gap between the deafblind community and society at large.

The upcoming broadcast is titled "What You Should Know About Deafblindness." It will primarily emphasize the creation of educational videos and social media outreach aimed at young audiences. Through this program, the organization not only aims to share the practical difficulties that deafblind individuals experience but also highlights the vital roles of interpreters and support personnel in assisting them.

Broadcast Details

- Program Name: NHK Radio 1 "NHK Journal"
- Segment Title: Journal Medical Health: "What You Should Know About Deafblindness"
- Broadcast Date: February 25, 2026, 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Duration: Approximately 8 minutes in the program
- Guest: Akihide Maeda, Secretary General of the Tokyo Deafblind Association
- Official Program Page: NHK Journal

How to Listen

You can tune in to the NHK Radio 1 broadcast through the following platforms:

- NHK Radio 1 Station
- NHK's online radio service "Rajiru☆Rajiru" Listen Here
- Smartphone application "Radiko"

For those who miss the live airing, the broadcast will be available for later listening through "Rajiru☆Rajiru."

About the Tokyo Deafblind Association

Established in April 1991, the Tokyo Deafblind Association is dedicated to supporting the independence and social participation of individuals who are deafblind. The organization provides interpreter and support personnel deployment, training programs, life skills training, and activities aimed at promoting social participation. Their initiatives are designed to improve the welfare of the deafblind community.

- Location: 2nd Floor, Iwato Building, 4-87 Iwatocho, Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Representative: Chairman Kazuyuki Fujitaka (a deafblind individual)
- URL: Tokyo Deafblind Association

For inquiries related to this broadcast or the organization's work, please reach out: