It looks like “Blue Event Day,” an event held in conjunction with World Autism Awareness Day, will take place on Wednesday, April 2 on the pedestrian deck on the north side of JR Ashiya Station〜
Quoted from Ashiyanet♪ Ashiya City Independent Living Support Council
Blue Event Day
When is it?
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, around 16:00–18:30
Where is it?
Pedestrian deck on the north side of JR Ashiya Station
Here it is on the map↓
The address is 4-2 Funadocho, Ashiya City, Hyogo Prefecture.
What will they be doing?
Quoted from Ashiyanet♪ Ashiya City Independent Living Support Council
16:00– Live performance by singer-songwriter TAKERU
TAKERU has apparently experienced various challenges related to “developmental differences,” including ASD.17:00– Ceremony
Around 17:20– Balloon release
Limited to the first 200 people! Send blue balloons into the sky with your wishes. (Canceled in case of rain or strong winds.)Simulated Challenges Experience Corner (Palette)
A hands-on corner and quiz where you can experience characteristics of autism from the perspective of those directly affected.Let’s make it together! 💙 Blue Heart
Gather everyone’s thoughts and create heart-shaped art!
During Wednesday, April 2 to Tuesday, April 8, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Week, the “Kind Feelings Through Blue Action” campaign will also be held!
Join “Blue Action” with blue illuminations and decorations, cosplay, placemats, Harokuma acrylic stands, and more.
Participation fee?
Free
Capacity?
The balloon release is limited to the first 200 people.
Can anyone join?
Anyone is welcome to participate freely. (If you need support to take part in the event, please come to the reception desk.)
How to apply
No advance registration required
Click here for event details (Ashiyanet♪ Ashiya City Independent Living Support Council)
Finally
An event connected to World Autism Awareness Day and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Week! With a balloon release, live music, simulated challenge experiences, and more, there will be plenty of ways for everyone to share “kind feelings.” Why not join “Blue Action” with something blue?
