Key Facts
• November 15, 2025: ‘Tateyon Plaza’ opening event held in Tachikawa 4-Chome.
• Developed by Mantomi, operator of ‘Neubono Kikukawa’ rental apartments.
• Plaza aims to support childcare and foster community connections.
• Features benches, tables, and greenery for an open, welcoming space.
• Mantomi’s history: Founded as a timber business, owning land in Tachikawa 4-Chome.
• Childcare-focused rental housing includes kids’ rooms and certified childcare managers.
• Collaboration with Benesse for integrated housing, childcare, and community services.
• Event attended by Sumida Ward Mayor Toru Yamamoto and Mantomi CEO Atsushi Koyama.
• CEO Koyama emphasized the importance of community spaces for parents and children.
Summary
On November 15, 2025, ‘Tateyon Plaza’ opened in Tachikawa 4-Chome, Sumida Ward, as part of Mantomi’s initiative to support childcare and community building. The plaza, developed on private land, features open spaces with benches, tables, and greenery, providing a welcoming environment for families. Mantomi, originally a timber business, has a long history in the area and aims to create new value for future generations through childcare support. The company also operates childcare-focused rental housing with kids’ rooms and certified childcare managers, fostering connections among parents. In collaboration with Benesse, Mantomi integrates housing, childcare, and community services. The opening event was attended by local officials and families, celebrating this new step in community-driven childcare support. CEO Atsushi Koyama highlighted the importance of creating spaces where parents and children can feel at ease, aiming to expand this model from Tachikawa to other areas.
