Not being able to do something simply means
there hasn’t been enough passionate play leading to it.
At Yasuda-shiki Taiiku Asobi Kenkyujo,
we systematize and conduct practical research
on the “Yasuda-Style Educational Method”,
an educational approach that expands life’s possibilities.
The Yasuda Method was developed by educator Yuji Yasuda,
who designed it through years of hands-on experience in childcare and education,
with the primary goal of fostering brain development and character formation.
This educational method integrates play progression, educational play equipment,
and instructional techniques in a way that aligns with the latest insights from psychology,
kinesiology, and neuroscience, creating a powerful synergistic effect.
Tatsuhiko Iseki
Since 1998, he has studied under Yuji Yasuda, the founder of the Yasuda Method. In 2017, he took over the research and became the director of Yasuda-shiki Taiiku Asobi Kenkyujo. Recognizing the decline in children’s physical strength and their ability to ensure their own safety, he systematized the “Yasuda-Style Educational Method” as a solution and continues practical research with the motto “More Fun, More Effective.”
He conducts hands-on training workshops at childcare and educational institutions, as well as sports teams both in Japan and abroad. His annual training, guidance, and lecture sessions exceed 200, totaling over 6,000 sessions to date. His high-energy, humor-filled workshops and lectures attract many repeat participants.
In 2017, he launched the Yasuda Method video platform,
“Ganbarimame.com,” which now offers over 500 courses, actively promoting the practical application of the Yasuda Method through both in-person and online programs.
Hello, I’m Tatsuhiko Iseki, Director of Yasuda-shiki Taiiku Asobi Kenkyujo. The Yasuda-Style Educational Method has been systematized today through over 85 years of practical research, spanning from Mr. Yasuda’s time as a gymnast to his years as an elementary school teacher and beyond. Thanks to this extensive research, we have been able to scientifically analyze and structure play and physical education into a comprehensive method. Now, through both video and hands-on practice, we can effectively communicate these principles in a way that is clear, practical, and accessible to everyone.
As an educational approach that awakens the instincts truly needed in modern society, the Yasuda Method continues to expand its reach. Children engage in passionate, immersive play from early childhood, which then connects to school education and sports coaching. Because it’s fun, they engage deeply and grow naturally. This engagement, in turn, enhances neural development, allowing children to gain control over their bodies with ease. Our work is dedicated to exploring the limitless potential of human growth.
The legacy of Mr. Yuji Yasuda, who pioneered and implemented the integration of early childhood, elementary, and physical education, continues to thrive. Today, his approach has expanded to include middle school students, with over 300 children—from preschoolers to 14-year-olds—participating in joint physical education programs across various regions.
Teachers and educators from across Japan transcend institutional boundaries, gathering at workshops to foster emotional connections among children, immerse themselves in year-round, joyful physical education, and maximize its educational impact.
For everyone involved in childcare, education, and sports coaching, we offer hands-on experiences in the joy of teaching, the art of guiding children into deep engagement, and methods to enhance empathy and safety awareness. We aim to awaken the instincts of as many children as possible, enabling them to gain mastery over their bodies and expand their life’s possibilities.
We will continue our practical research with the motto: “More Fun, More Effective.” I sincerely hope you will join us in becoming educators who immerse children in the excitement of play and open doors to their limitless potential.
Mr. Yasuda and Director Iseki watch over the children as they play
(Photo taken in May 2015)
Yasuda Method Training Workshops (hosted by Yell Corporation)
– Lead Instructor
Instructor for training sessions organized by childcare
and education groups nationwide
Certified Lecturer for Career Advancement Training
for Childcare Professionals
Sports Instructor Training Workshops
Parenting Support Seminars for Parents & Guardians
Supervising the video platform “Ganbarimame.com,” which shares the theory and practice of the Yasuda Method. br> With over 500 diverse courses, Director Iseki provides explanations while incorporating real play footage. This platform is a popular tool for supporting daily physical play activities in a fun and easy-to-understand way.
Development and implementation of Yasuda Method Practical Programs.
We also offer customized annual play plans tailored to different environments.
