It looks like a “Dementia Awareness Month Event” will be held on Saturday, September 5, in front of the 7-Eleven JR Ashiya Ekimae store, located by the south exit of JR Ashiya Station.

Dementia Awareness Month Event: “Let’s Learn About Dementia!”
When is it?
Saturday, September 5, 2026
① 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
② 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
※In case of rain, the event will be postponed to Saturday, September 12.
Where is it?

In front of the 7-Eleven JR Ashiya Ekimae store (JR Ashiya Station South Exit)
Here’s the location on the map ↓
The address is 1-2 Funadocho, Ashiya, Hyogo.
What will be happening?
- Informational pamphlets about dementia will be handed out 📖
- A questionnaire will be conducted ✏️
- Receive a handmade strap featuring Captain Roba, the mascot of the Dementia Supporter Caravan 🎁
- Try the “Hard to See!?” ring toss experience 🎯
How much does it cost?
Free
Who can participate?
Ashiya residents
How to participate
No registration is required. Simply come directly to the venue on the day.
Click here for event details (official Ashiya City website)
In Closing
September is apparently “Dementia Awareness Month,” and September 21 is “World Alzheimer’s Day.” With handmade straps featuring Captain Roba—the Dementia Supporter Caravan mascot—and a “Hard to See!?” ring toss experience, this looks like a welcoming event where you can drop by and learn about dementia in an approachable way.
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