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Kappa Sushi's Educational Initiatives in Natori City

Kappa Sushi, part of the Kappa Create Co., Ltd. headquartered in Yokohama, Kanagawa, has taken significant steps towards environmental education through its recent participation in the "Environmental Fair IN Natori Trail Center." This event, held on October 13, 2025, was aimed at instilling an understanding of the connections between forests and oceans in local elementary school students.

About the Initiative

The workshop was a collaborative effort under the partnership agreement with the city of Natori, where Kappa Sushi sought to contribute to both local society and the promotion of sustainable practices. The fair itself, which emphasizes coexistence with nature, provided a platform for various environmental learning programs.

Kappa Sushi's program, titled "Connecting Forests and Seas: Sushi-Making Experience," focused on educating children about the relationships between the environment and their food choices. The goal was to enhance their awareness of sustainability while simultaneously engaging them in a fun, hands-on experience.

On that day, about 40 local elementary students participated. The workshop included sushi-making experiences, where the children not only made sushi but also learned about the nutrients found in fish and environmental issues related to our oceans.

Event Overview

• - Date: October 13, 2025
• - Location: Michinoku Tidal Wind Trail Natori Trail Center, Practice Room
• - Participants: Local elementary school students in Natori City
• - Program Components:

1. Environmental Learning: "Connecting Forests and Seas"
2. Sushi-Making Experience
3. Reflection and Summary Session

Program Highlights

Environmental Learning: Connecting Forests and Seas

The program began by engaging students with questions about the habitats of sushi ingredients, specifically the types of fish they commonly eat. Through quizzes, the children discovered the deep connections between fish found in rivers and oceans and the forests that influence their habitats.

Sushi-Making Experience

Children were then led through a hands-on sushi-making experience, marking an essential component of the workshop:

• - Handwashing: Students practiced the essential hygiene methods outlined by Kappa Sushi to ensure safe food handling before beginning their sushi preparations.
• - Sushi Preparation: They started by shaping sushi rice, imitating skilled instructors as they formed their sushi carefully, placing toppings while enthusiastically wishing, "Delicious sushi!"
• - Tasting Session: Students created five pieces of sushi, including popular choices like tuna, salmon, and tamago, as well as unique items like ikura and shrimp. Their faces lit up with smiles as they tasted the sushi they had crafted, exclaiming how tasty it was!

Student Feedback

• - "I learned for the first time how rivers, oceans, mountains, and forests are all connected! We should take care of nature to enjoy great fish!"
• - "Shaping sushi seemed simple, but it was quite difficult. I want to try making sushi at home with my family!"
• - "The sushi I made was absolutely delicious!"

Future Plans

This event successfully provided a unique opportunity for children to learn about the relationship between their food and the Earth. Kappa Create Co., Ltd. aims to continue its efforts in providing safe, sustainable food while upholding educational activities and environmentally-friendly practices.
For educational institutions interested in similar workshops, please contact: [email protected]

Kappa Group's Commitment to Sustainability

Kappa Group is dedicated to addressing stakeholder expectations and contributing to a sustainable society, which is outlined in their sustainability policy. Among the core areas of focus are contributions to environmental preservation, food safety, promoting diversity, regional community engagement, and strengthening business foundations. The group stands committed to fostering a sustainable society alongside the communities it operates in.
For further details on Kappa Group's sustainability initiatives, visit Kappa Group Sustainability.

For images related to this event: Image Resource