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Colorful Community Event in Toyokawa

On March 20, 2025, the city of Toyokawa, Aichi Prefecture, witnessed a heartwarming event sponsored by Nippon Paint Co., Ltd. This initiative, known as the 'Happy Paint Project', provided the necessary paint for a friendly community painting experience focused on children's play equipment at the Oyu Children's Park.

Organized by Kaneda Painting Co., a local exterior painting company deeply ingrained in the community, this event aimed to cultivate appreciation and collaboration among local children. By allowing them to personally paint the park's playground equipment, the event encouraged the understanding that beauty in public spaces is a shared responsibility.

Around 70 local families participated, echoing encouraging chants of "Let’s do our best with the painting!" as the event kicked off. The day began with a demonstration from skilled professionals who imparted the basics of painting. Afterward, children and parents teamed up to add vibrant colors to swings, slides, and jungle gyms using brushes. Volunteers from Nippon Paint's Nagoya office were on-site, offering their expertise and assistance to ensure the experience was enjoyable and educational.

The atmosphere was filled with laughter and pride as children enthusiastically painted their chosen equipment, resulting in an array of bright and cheerful designs that transformed the park. As the event concluded, participants received commemorative certificates, their smiles reflecting the joy of accomplishment and community spirit cultivated through this special day.

Kaneda Painting's director, Ikki Kaneda, expressed gratitude towards Nippon Paint for enabling over 50 local families to engage in this meaningful experience. He emphasized how this initiative provided children with firsthand exposure to the importance of caring for the playground equipment they use daily, a lesson learned through actual participation. Kaneda also expressed hope that these cherished memories would inspire the children to appreciate their surroundings and contribute positively in the future.

Parents echoed similar sentiments, expressing their delight in the opportunity for parent-child bonding through painting—something they don't typically experience. Many shared how their children took pride in their work, boasting, “I painted this part!” In addition, parents praised the staff for their supportive demeanor, which made the event even more enjoyable for their children. The experience of getting dirty and working with paint was an exciting adventure for the kids, with several parents indicating they would love to participate again.

Nippon Paint remains committed to spreading happiness through community-oriented activities. As it continues to deliver joy through its painting initiatives, it also emphasizes the importance of nurturing creativity and community involvement among the younger generation.

Event Details

• - Event Name: Park Painting Experience
• - Organizer: Kaneda Painting Co.
• - Support: Toyokawa City
• - Sponsorship and Cooperation: Nanairo Corp., Ability Corp., Nippon Paint Co. (HAPPY PAINT PROJECT), Toyokawa City's Park Greenery Division, Mitsujiyabase (lunch provider), Musashimaru (lunch provider), Mizuho Pharmacy, and Tatsue Corp.
• - Content: Painting of park play equipment by local residents
• - Date: March 20, 2025
• - Location: Oyu Children's Park, Toyokawa, Aichi Prefecture
• - Participants: Approximately 70
• - Items Painted: Playground equipment (swings, slides, jungle gyms)
• - Supplied Paints: Hypone Fine Deco (White) and Fine Perfect Top Si

For more details about the Happy Paint Project and its community initiatives, visit the Nippon Paint CSR page. You can also follow their Instagram account @happypaintproject_nipponpaint for updates on future events and initiatives.

For inquiries, please contact Ms. Yanagita or Ms. Yoshimoto at Nippon Paint's Public Relations Office: 03-5479-3616 or email at [email protected].