How about a school uniform that’s green? That’s what makes Osaka Municipal Midori Elementary School unique. It is the only school in the city with green uniforms.
Osaka Municipal Midori Elementary School stands here in Morimi Ward. It’s a public school with a fascinating story. The school’s name is read as “Ōsaka Shiritsu Midori Shōgakkō”.
Let’s dive into its history. The late 1960s and early 1970s saw a surge in the number of children in the area. Locals wanted a new elementary school. To meet this demand Osaka Municipal Sumire Elementary School established a branch school in 1976. Osaka Municipal Morimi Elementary School also added part of its district. In 1977 Osaka Municipal Midori Elementary School became independent.
The school has a song created in February 1978. The composer was Toshimi Ichikawa.
The location of Osaka Municipal Midori Elementary School is in Midori 1-chome to 3-chome Morimi Ward Osaka. Also part of Morimi 6-chome.
The school’s history includes key dates. In February 1970 local residents petitioned Osaka City for a new school. July 1972 saw the formation of a committee. Its aim was to promote the establishment of a new school in the Midori district. April 1 1977 was the opening day. The school welcomed 121 new first-graders. Plus 472 students from Sumire Elementary. And 80 students from Morimi Elementary. On June 16 1977 the school badge was established. This day became the school’s anniversary. In December 1989 cherry trees were planted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Osaka City.
To get here you can take the Osaka City Bus. The number 45 system stops at “Morimi Commercial High School”. Or take the number 83 system. It stops at “Midori 3-chome”. It is a short walk from each bus stop. You can also walk from Imasato-Morimi Station. This station is on the Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line.
Osaka Municipal Midori Elementary School is more than just a school. It is a place of learning. It is a place of community. And a unique part of Osaka’s educational landscape.