The 39th “Oyako Day” Online Talk Live will feature writer Rika Yokomori as our special guest. In addition to her career as an author, Yokomori is the representative director of the Japan Adult Women’s Association, founder of the community salon Secret Lotus, and originator of the Yokomori-style Belly Dance Health Method. Her talk promises to be both inspiring and insightful. Don’t miss it!
A book led me to my partner, and to Sara. With her, I’ve found new depth, hope, and joy in living as a family of three.
Photographer Takashi Shikano joins the 38th Online Talk Live on Sept 24, reconnecting with Bruce Osborne after 35 years.
Rica Matsumoto’s 40th anniversary stage Navigation 2025 plays Sept 12–14 at KAAT Kanagawa Arts Theatre. Tickets on sale now!
Win a signed copy of Rica Matsumoto’s essay Rough & Peace! Apply by Sept 3 after watching the Oyako Day Talk Live.
Bruce and Yoshiko will speak at BOUSAI ACTION 2025 on Aug 31 in Shinjuku, sharing lessons from Oyako Day & post-3.11 workshops.
Rica Matsumoto, singer, actress & voice of Ash in Pokémon, joins the 37th Online Talk Live on Aug 28, 2025.
The 2nd Hakone Art Festival is underway until August 31, featuring Bruce Osborn’s photo exhibition at the Hakone Town Social Education Center with 18 parent-child portraits – including celebrities and icons like Ultraman and Hello Kitty – alongside the interactive “OYAKO no KABE” workshop where families can share messages and memories.
The first article in the “Environment × Art” project features an interview with Satoshi Machida of eepf, highlighting Bruce Osborn’s works at the Hayama Art Festival.
The recipients of this year’s “Oyako Award” were introduced in the July 26 evening edition of the Mainichi Shimbun.