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Over 75% of Parents Acknowledge Lack of Global Experiences for Their Children

In a recent survey conducted by Fuyo Educations, it was found that more than 75% of parents of elementary to high school students in Japan feel that their children are lacking in opportunities for global experiences. As many families face the challenges of rising costs due to inflation and a weak yen, the importance of nurturing global talent has never been more crucial. This article explores the key findings of the survey, highlights parental concerns, and discusses potential solutions.

Background: Rising Costs and Global Education

The continuous devaluation of the yen and the skyrocketing prices for goods and services have created a pressing issue for families seeking to nurture global talent in their children. The soaring costs associated with overseas travel have led many families to reconsider study abroad programs. On the other hand, there is a growing interest in domestic options for global interactions, such as online international exchanges and multicultural events. However, data reflecting parents' actual experiences and their feelings of inadequacy about domestic opportunities remain scarce.

Survey Summary

Fuyo Educations conducted a survey targeting parents of children aged 6 to 18 from March 30 to March 31, 2026. The findings from the survey revealed:

• - More than 50% of parents expressed interest in raising their children as global talents.
• - Over 40% of parents are either considering or might consider overseas study or training programs.
• - Among parents weighing overseas options, more than 25% reported being uncertain about the costs due to the weak yen and rising prices.
• - More than half of the parents indicated that their children have never had any global experiences.
• - A staggering 75% of parents feel there is an insufficiency of global experiences available domestically.

According to the survey, the top three global experiences parents wish to provide for their children include:
1. Daily interactions with foreign students
2. Classes led by foreign instructors in schools or tutoring centers
3. Participation in events themed around foreign culture, arts, and music.

Detailed Insights

When asked about their interest in nurturing global talents, the survey results indicated that:

• - 37.8% of parents felt somewhat interested, while 16.9% expressed a strong interest, culminating in a total of 54.7% of parents being engaged in this important aspect of their children's education.

Despite the interest, when exploring overseas study options, many parents are hesitant. The responses indicated:

• - A total of 52.6% of parents had never considered study abroad programs. Yet, a combined 43.8% are open to future opportunities.
• - Among those considering overseas options, many cite costs as a significant barrier, with 34.5% stating a lack of interest was their primary reason.

Furthermore, over half of the surveyed parents said their children had no prior global experiences, which aligns with the finding that 75% perceive a lack of opportunities available domestically. This situation raises concerns regarding the preparedness of children for a globalized workforce.

Conclusion

The survey clearly indicates that a majority of parents see value in cultivating global talent among their children, yet rising costs pose significant challenges. With over 75% of parents feeling that global experience opportunities are insufficient locally, there needs to be a reliable framework to bridge this gap.

Fuyo Educations addresses this gap through ISCA TOKYO, providing a domestic environment for world-class experiences. As a satellite school of ISCA in the UK, ISCA TOKYO offers high-quality arts education, allowing students to learn from experienced educators from top global artistic institutions without the need to travel abroad. By fostering a rich environment of creativity and multicultural education, ISCA TOKYO significantly contributes to nurturing globally competent individuals in Japan.

For more about ISCA TOKYO and its offerings, visit their official website here.