(English follows after Japanese)
📚多言語の児童書翻訳を通して、「子どもの教育が世界を変える」を後押し

7月29日、ゴールドマン・サックス東京オフィスにて、ルーム・トゥ・リードとの Community TeamWorks (CTW) が開催されました。
CTWは、社員がチームで社会課題に取り組むゴールドマンサックス独自のグローバル・ボランティアプログラムです。

当日は、ゴールドマン・サックス証券株式会社 代表取締役社長であり、ルーム・トゥ・リード リージョナル・ボードメンバーでもある 居松秀浩氏、さらにゴールドマン・サックス・アセット・マネジメント株式会社 代表取締役社長で長年のご支援者でもある 堤健朗氏も出席。社員11名の皆さまとともに、本と教育をテーマにしたユニークなボランティア活動に取り組みました。

📚「ブックスワップ」でアイスブレイク！他部署の仲間と本でつながる

まずは、自己紹介を兼ねて「おすすめの本」「好きな本」を持ち寄る ブックスワップ（本の交換会） を実施しました。

『DIE WITH ZERO』『論語と算盤』『Life Shift』といった金融やビジネス書から、『ぐりとぐら』や『感動する地図帳』などの児童書、『日ソ戦争』といった歴史・社会書まで、多彩なタイトルが並びました。

居松社長は児童書『モモ』を紹介し、「豊かな時間の使い方」というテーマを参加者と分かち合いました。

📚翻訳活動で「本の力」を実感！

活動のメインは、デジタルライブラリー「Literacy Cloud」 に掲載されている各国の絵本を日本語に翻訳するワーク。アジア・アフリカを中心に約50タイトルが提供されました。

「翻訳されているシールを貼りつける作業ではなく、実際に文章を翻訳するため、表現の工夫や言葉選びに頭を使いますね」

「本が持つ力をあらためて実感しました！」

「日本語の絵本らしくするには、ひらがな主体の文章に助詞を入れる工夫が大切だと気づきました」

といった声が寄せられ、深い学びと達成感に包まれたひとときとなりました。

📚経営陣からの温かいメッセージ

居松氏は参加メンバーに向けて、
「ルーム・トゥ・リードのCTWは、これまで経験した中でも特に心に残る活動になると思います」
とコメント。ご自身のチャリティランナー経験を振り返りつつ、教育支援の大切さと今後の継続的な応援への想いを語りました。

また堤氏は、
「ルーム・トゥ・リードのイベントは手づくり感があって温かい。コストの透明性が高く、自信を持って応援できる団体」
と長年寄付を続ける理由を述べ、深い信頼をあらためて示してくださいました。

今回のCTWは、ゴールドマン・サックスとルーム・トゥ・リードの長年にわたるパートナーシップを一層強める機会となりました。ご協力に心より感謝申し上げます。

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📚お問い合わせ

CSRや社員ボランティアを通じて、多くの企業が社会貢献とともに企業価値を高めています。活動のご相談やお問合せについて、お気軽にご連絡ください。
📩 japan@roomtoread.org

Goldman Sachs CTW Volunteer Day: Translating Children’s Books from Around the World

📚 Supporting “Education Changes the World” through multilingual children’s book translation

On July 29, Goldman Sachs Tokyo hosted a Community TeamWorks (CTW) event in partnership with Room to Read.
CTW is Goldman Sachs’ global volunteer program where employees work in teams to address social challenges.

The event was attended by Mr. Hirohide Imatsu, President of Goldman Sachs Japan Co., Ltd. and a Regional Board Member of Room to Read, and Mr. Kenro Tsutsumi, President of Goldman Sachs Asset Management Co., Ltd. and a long-time supporter of our work. Together with 11 employees, they engaged in a unique volunteer activity centered on books and education.

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📚 Icebreaker with a Book Swap
The day began with a book swap, where participants introduced themselves by bringing a “favorite” or “recommended” book. Titles ranged from business and finance books like Die With Zero, Analects and Abacus, and Life Shift, to children’s classics like Guri and Gura and The Moving Map Book, as well as history and social studies titles such as The Soviet-Japanese War.

Mr. Imatsu introduced Michael Ende’s children’s classic Momo, sparking a conversation about “how we use our time meaningfully.”

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📚 Experiencing the Power of Books through Translation
The main activity was translating storybooks from Room to Read’s digital library Literacy Cloud into Japanese. Around 50 titles, primarily from Asia and Africa, were offered.

Participants shared reflections such as:

• “It wasn’t just labeling or checking off translations, but really crafting sentences and choosing words thoughtfully.”

• “I rediscovered the power of books!”

• “I realized that making it feel like a Japanese children’s book requires careful use of hiragana and particles.”

The session was filled with learning, creativity, and a strong sense of accomplishment.

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📚 Warm Messages from Leadership
Mr. Imatsu told participants:

“Room to Read’s CTW will be one of the most memorable activities I’ve ever taken part in.”

He reflected on his own experience as a charity runner and emphasized the importance of supporting education and continuing this commitment.

Mr. Tsutsumi added:

“Room to Read’s events always feel warm and handcrafted. Their transparency around costs makes it easy to support them with confidence.”

His words highlighted the trust and confidence that have fueled his long-standing contributions.

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This CTW was a wonderful opportunity to further strengthen the long-standing partnership between Goldman Sachs and Room to Read. We are deeply grateful for their continued support.

Why Run for Room to Read?

At Room to Read, we believe World Change Starts with Educated Children®.

By running the Tokyo Marathon as a charity runner, you’ll help provide children and girls with the literacy and life skills they need to shape brighter futures. Since 2023, 374 dedicated runners have raised funds to support education for over 29,500 children worldwide.

We make it easy to support your run:

• Donate in your local currency (AUD, CAD, CHF, EUR, GBP, HKD, USD, JPY)
• Access tax benefits in many countries
• Double your impact through corporate matching
• Use our fundraising platform to rally your network with ease

Your steps can help close the literacy gap—773 million people still cannot read, and two-thirds are women and girls.

Join us. Run for a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality.

🌟 Our Goal for 2026
Our goal for the 2026 Tokyo Marathon is to help 10,000 young learners and girls in historically low-income communities access quality education.

📍Quota
147 Runners

🎓 How to Join
Application Period：June 24 (Tue.) 11AM 〜 July 9 (Wed.) 5PM JST

• Minimum Donation: JPY 375,000 (≒ US$2,500) or more.
  *Selection is based on donation amount and message. An additional US$230 registration fee applies for international runners.
• Apply from the Application for Room to Read Japan and apply in JPY for the pledged amount.
• Changes, late applications, or runner transfers are not allowed.
• For full eligibility and process details, please Refer to Official Website “RUN with HEART” Tokyo Marathon 2026 Charity Page and eligibilities.💳 Donation Details
  Minimum: JPY 375,000 (≒ US$2,500) or more.
  *In addition to the donation, $230 will be charged as a registration fee for international runners.

• Multiple currencies accepted.
  Donate in AUD, CAD, CHF, EUR, GBP, HKD, USD, and JPY. Tax benefits are available in many countries. Check here.
• Corporate matches accepted.
  Check here under “Matching Gifts and Workplace Giving”.
• Fundraising platform provided.
  Receive support from your network!🚀 Our Fundraising Target

Your fundraising goals will make a significant difference:
We ask all of our charity runners try to raise $5,000 (including the minimum commitiment) in order to secure education for 10,000 children and girls! 

• $2,500: Literacy Learning packages for an entire school including student books, posters, materials and supplies, library management manuals and reading activity guides.
• $5,000: Support 100 children with literacy education for an entire year
• $10,000: Support 200 girls in our Girls’ Education Program for an entire year
  

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply after the application period?
No. Runners must apply through the Tokyo Marathon Foundation’s platform during the designated application period.

I selected a different charity! How can I correct it?
Unfortunately, the selected charity organization cannot be changed once your application is completed. Please be sure to specify “Room to Read Japan” as the recipient when applying.

Can I change the runner?
No. The bib is strictly assigned to the person who applied and cannot be transferred.

Due to injury or a change of plans, I am unable to run on the day of the event. Can I transfer my entry to the following year?
Unfortunately, no. You will need to apply again the following year and make a new donation for your bib.

Due to injury or a change of plans, I am unable to run on the day of the event. Can I request a refund for my donation?
The Tokyo Marathon Foundation does not allow refunds once a donation has been made. Please read the Tokyo Marathon Foundation’s official website carefully for full details.

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Benefits

1. Receive a special Room to Read T-shirt
2. Be surrounded by cheers and support along the course
3. Get access to a Facebook group for our Room to Read charity runner community
4. Be invited to gather with top runners during the pre-race Emperor’s Palace Run

Imperial Palace Run organized by Deloitte Running Team

Total 47 volunteers gathered and supported during the event

Runner Testimonials & Media Mentions

Stephany, 6 Major Marathon Finisher Interview

Stephany successfully completed the Tokyo Marathon 2025, achieving all six major marathons. We interviewed her at the charity lounge after the race. Watch her message!

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Featured Media and Articles of the past races:

・Web Radio: Marathon Training Academy (Interview starts from 27min point)
・Tokyo Marathon 2025: 164 Charity Runners from 21 Countries Run to Support the Education of 10,000 Children!
・Tokyo Marathon 2024: 150 charity runners from 25 countries run for Room to Read!
・Comments from charity runners in 2023

General Inquiry:

Room to Read Japan:📤jp.marathon@roomtoread.org

Tokyo Marathon Foundation Official (Regularly updated)
・Official Website “RUN with HEART” Tokyo Marathon 2026 Charity Page
・Eligibility for participants as a Charity runner