Major Japanese nursery operator 'Kodomo no Mori Holdings' (670 nurseries nationwide) will roll out a free ancient coin-themed picture book and sensory material library 'Nukumori Coin Ehon Library' across its affiliated nurseries. The 12-volume series designed for ages 0-6 includes sensory boards with silicone replica coins. Free distribution to 1,000 non-affiliated nurseries and children's centers by end of 2026 has also been confirmed, attracting attention as an initiative to plant ancient coin culture through tactile early childhood education.
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May 2026: Major Japanese Nursery Operator Rolls Out Ancient Coin Picture Book Library Nationwide — Sensory Educational Materials for Infants, Free Distribution to 1,000 Nurseries by Year-End
Source: こどもの森ホールディングス プレスリリース / ittendou編集部|Published: May 23, 202612d ago
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