e Stadium Co., Ltd. (President and CEO: Hiroyuki Kato, hereinafter "e Stadium") and NANKAI Co., Ltd. (President and CEO: Nobuyuki Okajima, hereinafter "NANKAI") are pleased to announce that the activities of the junior esports team "eLittle Star," operated by e Stadium, have been certified as eligible for the "Osaka City Tutoring/Cram School Fee Subsidy Program" starting May 2026. This certification will allow eligible households in Osaka City to reduce their financial burden for "eLittle Star" activities by utilizing the subsidy system. Furthermore, this is the first instance in Osaka City where a program primarily focused on esports has been certified as eligible for this system (as of June 2026, according to e Stadium research), positioning esports as a new extracurricular educational option that is eligible for public support. Junior esports team "eLittle Star" implements an educational program that fosters not only technical skills but also personal growth. ◼️ Key Points of This Matter - Activities of "eLittle Star" certified as eligible for the "Osaka City Tutoring/Cram School Fee Subsidy Program" (May 2026) - First instance in Osaka City where a program primarily focused on esports is registered (as of June 2026, according to e Stadium research) - Eligible households in Osaka City can utilize the subsidy system to reduce their financial burden. [Reference] About the Osaka City Tutoring/Cram School Fee Subsidy Program https://www.juku-osaka.com/system/about_project02.html/ ◼️ Background of Application for Participation in the "Osaka City Tutoring/Cram School Fee Subsidy Program" In recent years, esports has gained attention not only as a competitive sport but also for its educational aspects. However, the need for high-performance equipment and appropriate activity environments has been a challenge, and there is a demand for an environment where all children can learn and challenge themselves continuously, regardless of their home environment or other conditio