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Local Initiatives for Childcare Support in Gunma Prefecture

In February, Palsystem Gunma, a consumer cooperative based in Takasaki City, signed a childcare support agreement with three towns: Meiwa, Minakam, and Nakanojo. This collaboration, titled the "Agreement on Promoting Childcare Support," aims to create a supportive environment for all children to thrive.

Under this agreement, the towns will provide a special gift box called "Omedetou Bako" for families with young children upon application. This box contains various childcare products that can assist in nurturing their little ones. The goal is to ensure that all community members have access to childcare support services through the cooperation between the local government and the cooperative.

Expanding the Circle of Support

The initiative is designed to foster a nurturing environment for children throughout Gunma Prefecture. By leveraging the cooperative's delivery network and consistent interaction with childcare households, Palsystem can effectively promote local parenting support policies. Not only does the agreement aim to engage three towns, but there are plans to collaborate with a total of 13 municipalities across Gunma by March 2026, expanding the circle of care for young families.

During the announcement of each agreement with the towns—Meiwa on February 3, Minakam on February 5, and Nakanojo on February 6—officials emphasized the importance of joint efforts in supporting residents with young children.

Delivering Care Right to Your Door

As part of this initiative, families with infants will receive informational leaflets about the "Omedetou Bako" during significant milestones such as childbirth and health check-ups at four months. The product packages, which include infant food, baby soap, and more, will be delivered free of charge to families with children under one year old.

Palsystem takes on the responsibility of delivering the "Omedetou Bako" directly to families' homes. This personal delivery not only provides essential items but also connects with the families through what is termed "watching over" activities, addressing any challenges parents may face during their childcare journey.

Engaging Communities through Information and Events

Palsystem Gunma uses its closely-knit delivery infrastructure to provide essential childcare products and valuable services, including hosting parenting-related events and running an informational website called "Kosodate 123." The cooperative believes that sharing knowledge and resources is vital for fostering a supportive community.

In the future, Palsystem Gunma plans to continue its active outreach in sharing childcare information and collaborates with various stakeholders, aiming to build a region where every parent can confidently raise their children without fear of uncertainty.

For more information, visit Palsystem Gunma's official website.

About Palsystem Gunma

• - Location: Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture 120-11
• - Chairperson: Makiko Ohira
• - Investment Capital: 1.12 billion yen
• - Membership: 51,000 members
• - Total Business Revenue: 6.16 billion yen (as of March 2025)

Refer to the Palsystem Federation:

• - Location: 2-2-6 Okubo, Shinjuku, Tokyo
• - Chairperson: Haruki Shibusawa
• - Total Revenue: 260.42 billion yen / Total Members: 1.762 million (as of March 2025)
• - Member Cooperatives: Various from regions like Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, and others.
• - Learn more: Palsystem Federation