NPO Hoppe to host Montessori-based nature event in Hyogo

The non-profit organization Hoppe will host ‘huggy time – Let’s Enjoy a Walk –’, a nature-based play event for infants and their parents. The event is scheduled for October 26, 2026, at the Coop Kobe Kyodo Gakuen in Miki City, Hyogo Prefecture.

Utilizing Montessori education principles, the program aims to stimulate children's curiosity and sensory development through activities such as nature walks and ‘walk bingo’. The event is designed with a small-group format, accommodating three families per session, to provide a calm environment for children and a space for parents to seek childcare advice and connect with others.

In addition to nature play, the event offers opportunities for parents to engage in childcare consultations. Hoppe focuses on providing continuous support for parenting from the pregnancy stage, including creating community spaces and offering professional guidance.