Studio Alice Joins the Tokyo Children's Safety Project to Ensure Child Safety and Security

Studio Alice Joins the 'Tokyo Children's Safety Project'

In a significant move towards increasing child safety and security, Studio Alice, headquartered in Osaka, has partnered with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government by signing a memorandum on May 14 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Building. This collaboration aligns with the 'Tokyo Children's Safety Project', an initiative focused on ensuring the safety of children across the city.

The project aims to foster a community that actively protects children from various social risks. Over the past five years, Tokyo has witnessed an average of over 200 crimes involving children under elementary school age, including serious offenses such as homicide, robbery, sexual crimes, and assault. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for sustained efforts to safeguard children from becoming victims of crime. The 'Tokyo Children's Safety Project' seeks to remind parents, guardians, and children about the significance of awareness regarding crime prevention.

Increasing Community Awareness

By promoting a culture of vigilance within local communities, it is essential first to increase the number of eyes watching over our children and simultaneously instill a strong sense of security consciousness among parents and kids alike. Regular discussions on the topic can help naturally elevate children's awareness of safety, yet opportunities for such conversations remain limited.

Studio Alice aims to ensure that the smiles of children are preserved for the future by becoming a part of this initiative. As a company dedicated to children's growth, they strive to support Tokyo’s efforts in creating a safer society for children, facilitating a communal atmosphere for safety and security.

Commitment from Studio Alice’s President

Shunsuke Makino, the President of Studio Alice, expressed his appreciation and commitment towards this initiative. "At Studio Alice, we believe that 'Photography is a treasure for the future.' We assist families in capturing precious memories of significant milestones through photography," he stated. Currently, the company operates 37 stores within Tokyo and is involved in a babysitting service through its group company, Alice Career Services, supporting many children needing temporary care.

Looking forward, Studio Alice is dedicated to continuing its efforts in safeguarding children's safety and security in collaboration with the ongoing initiatives of the Tokyo government.

Remarks from Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike extended her gratitude towards Studio Alice for their participation in the initiative, highlighting the project’s aim: to educate families on safety measures while enhancing their crime prevention awareness in enjoyable ways. She expressed hope that collaborative efforts would strengthen community networks to extend the protective watch over children. "Children are the future of society. Their healthy growth is a priority, and we remain steadfast in our 'Children-First' principle," stated Koike, promising continued collaboration for building a society where children can grow safely.

Actions Taken by Studio Alice

1. Utilization of Provided Content
Studio Alice will leverage educational content provided by Tokyo, including 15-second animated videos aimed at crime prevention. These will be showcased on digital signage in stores, the official website, and social media. Additionally, they will distribute coloring sheets to visiting children to enhance their awareness of safety.

2. Efforts to Protect Children from Crime
To protect children from potential dangers, Studio Alice will monitor neighborhoods during school dismissal times and actively alert families using their stores about safety measures.

3. Promoting Community Awareness
Aiming to enhance societal consciousness about child protection, Studio Alice will display stickers provided by the Tokyo government at their stores, fostering a community mindset towards child safety.

Through these efforts, Studio Alice as a leading child photography studio in Japan, comprising 415 outlets across all 47 prefectures, is committed to supporting families in capturing cherished memories from celebrations like Shichi-Go-San to coming-of-age ceremonies. The company focuses on staff development, product innovations, and a comprehensive service to preserve joyful moments, reinforcing their dedication to family memory-making through the lens of photography.