Message from the President

promotion of youth independence through experiential activities

Hello everyone. I am Soichiro Tanaka, President of the National Institution for Youth Education.

I came into office on April 1, 2008. I am committed to fulfilling my duties in collaboration with everyone concerned.

The independent administrative institution National Institution for Youth Education (N.I.Y.E.) was established in April 2006, with "promotion of youth independence through experiential activities" as its overarching aim. The Institution provides youth with the chance to participate in the experiential activities necessary for each age group from early childhood until adolescence, and supports them in developing healthy bodies, sensitive minds, and the desire and ability to tackle the problems they will encounter in life. Our 28 centers for education across the nation develop unique activities that take advantage of the natural environment of their locations. We look forward to your use of our centers, whether through participation in our planned programs or for independently-developed activities.

Soichiro Tanaka, President