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MLB sponsored after school programs in Tokyo
Three Consecutive U.S. Invitation Opportunities Earned by Our Students
Including Latest MLB All-Star Student Correspondent Selected for 2026
Starting in June 2026 Two MLB-affiliated educational programs available
General Information
Beginning in June 2026 (excluding August), programs are expected to run 6–7 sessions per month across Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Capacity: Maximum 10 students.
Location: Hiroo, Tokyo (muun cafe & gallery)
Date: Tuesdays or Thursdays
Time: 4:00–6:00p.m. (door opens at 4p.m., program starts at 4:30p.m. )
Age: Grade 4-9 (10-15yr olds). *High school students may participate as volunteers.
Language: EN/JP bilingual. Participants must understand either Japanese or English
Fee: ¥4,000 per month (4 sessions) *A separate café purchase (from ¥350) is required for venue usage.
Registration: Registration for the June term is now open. https://forms.gle/xy4enXqYfVuhemen6
Frequency: Students typically attend once per week.
Students may enroll in both programs and attend twice per week.
Students choose either Tuesday or Thursday as their primary day.
Make-up sessions are available.
Our students have earned MLB-sponsored opportunities for three consecutive selection cycles, including invitations to international events in the United States
*Please note that future prizes and opportunities are determined by the MLB Players Association and its partners and are subject to change.
Program 1: MLB STEM League
An educational STEM program built around an official MLB strategy board game and player cards.
Students participate in monthly terms. Those who complete at least three terms become eligible to participate in the annual competition.
Past prizes have included:
・Invitations to MLB Opening Series events in Tokyo
・Participation in international championship events in the United States
・Travel opportunities including airfare and accommodation
The 2027 prize structure has not yet been announced. Examples above are based on previous years.
Terms:
2026 June, July, Sep, Oct, Nov, and Dec.
1 month=1 term
Students who complete 3+ terms will be eligible for the January 2027 tournament.
16:30–17:30 MLB STEM League board game activities
17:30–18:00 Reflection, discussion, and presentations
the program is done in English and Japanese bilingual.
Program 2: MLB Players Exchange
A global video exchange and presentation program designed to develop:
・Communication skills
・Presentation skills
・Cross-cultural understanding
・Global awareness
Students create and exchange videos with partner schools and youth programs, primarily in English.
No baseball knowledge or experience is required.
16:30–18:00
・Watch videos from partner schools
・Create response videos
・Practice presentations
Previous Student Achievements for Program 1: MLB STEM League
In January 2026, our team won the championship and received:
・Invitation to Miami for a World Baseball Classic-related event
・Participation in an global board game championship in the US
・Additional finalist teams were invited to WBC qualifying events in Tokyo.
Miami reports: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWVk8cbAPvv/
Official event video: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DWP81ybNy/
Previous Student Achievements for Program 2: MLB Players Exchange
2025:One student selected as an MLB All-Star Student Correspondent in Atlanta.
https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18092328136884207/
2026:One student selected as an MLB All-Star Student Correspondent in Philadelphia.
For Schools, Educational Organizations, and Baseball Teams
If you are interested in introducing these programs to your school, educational organization, or baseball team, please contact us through our inquiry form.
