First in Tokyo! A New Sensory Education to Nurture Children's Ability to Feel Permanent preschool specializing in "Sensory Play" opens!

2025.05.30 12:15

株式会社KOMUGI HOUSE

KOMUGI HOUSE Co. (Head office: Musashino-shi, Tokyo; Representative: Chisato Yoshizawa) opened Tokyo's first permanent sensory play classroom "BearTory" in April 2025.

This classroom is a space for free and spontaneous "sensory play" that values each child's sensibility and curiosity. Through play using the five senses (sight, hearing, touch, etc.), children can naturally develop imagination, expressiveness, and self-esteem. It is attracting attention as a new type of hands-on learning space that nurtures children's "power of feeling" through their own enthusiasm.

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Why is sensory play attracting attention now?

In recent years, the diversity of children's upbringing and behavior has been widely recognized, and there is a demand for "support for upbringing that suits each individual". Against this backdrop, Sensory Play, which has been practiced mainly in Europe and the United States, has been attracting attention for the following reasons.

The importance of sensory integration has been scientifically demonstrated.

Children today are surrounded by a digital environment, and there is a renewed awareness of the need for realistic experiences.

Parents are increasingly interested in "nurturing children's individuality" rather than uniform early education.

What is Sensory Play?

Sensory Play is an approach to nurturing the integration of the senses in the brain and body through play that stimulates the five senses: sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste.

Using a variety of materials such as slime, clay, water, light, and sound, the program encourages exploration and self-expression.

At BearTory, Rainbow Tree certified sensory play planners design programs that are safe and fun, tailored to each child's developmental stage and sensory characteristics.

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Four Benefits of Sensory Play

1. developmental support for sensory integration

1. develops sensory coordination (self-regulation), leading to calmness and concentration

2. improving concentration and creativity

Through free play, concentration, imagination, and problem-solving skills are naturally nurtured. 3.

(3) Emotional stability and stress reduction

Sensory stimulation increases the parasympathetic nervous system and relaxes the body and mind.

(4) Bonding between parents and children

Through the experience of playing together, children will deepen their attachment to their parents or guardians.

Programs by Age Group

2-3 year old class: Sensory exploration and budding intellectual curiosity

During this period of heightened curiosity, we nurture the foundation for brain development and learning through experiences utilizing color, shape, sound, and touch.

4-6 year old class: Intellectual education type sensory play supports school readiness.

This program combines play that incorporates innovations to strengthen working memory and attention with nutrition education activities that foster cooperation.

Baby Massage x Sensory Play (0-2 years old)

Held on the 4th Thursday of every month. This program combines authentic baby massage using oil and age-appropriate sensory play to provide a relaxing time for parents and children.

Recommended for families like these

BearTory is recommended for parents who wish to

Parents who value child-centered free play

Parents who wish to nurture their children's sensibilities through a variety of materials and sensory experiences.

Parents of children with sensory sensitivity or insensitivity

Those who want to gently watch over the development of preschoolers with special needs.

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