“Easton Pop Band?” It is the nickname of the brass band at Edogawa Municipal Higashi Kasai Junior High School. Welcome to Edogawa Municipal Higashi Kasai Junior High School. This public junior high school stands in Tokyo’s Edogawa Ward. Specifically it is located in Higashi Kasai 6-chome.
Edogawa Municipal Higashi Kasai Junior High School opened its doors on April 1 1981. Initially it had ten classes and twenty staff members. 118 students transferred from Minami Kasai Junior High School. The school designated November 5 as its founding anniversary.
Let’s delve into the school’s history. The school badge was established in April 1981. The first student council convened in May 1981. The PTA also held its inaugural meeting that month. By September 1981 the school had its flag. The school song was established in October 1981. The facility completion and opening ceremony took place in November 1981. The first graduation ceremony occurred in March 1983. 199 students received their diplomas.
The school organizes various annual events. April sees the entrance ceremony and sports tests. May features the student council general meeting. The sports day is in June. There are also school trips and end-of-term exams. July marks the end of the first semester. September brings the student council election. October includes intermediate exams and a music festival. November is when the school celebrates its anniversary. December has three-way interviews and the second semester closing ceremony. January features basic academic tests for first-year students. February involves entrance briefings for prospective students. March concludes the year with various events. These include a ball game tournament and a send-off party for third-year students.
Edogawa Municipal Higashi Kasai Junior High School offers diverse club activities. Sports clubs include baseball and more. Cultural clubs range from the brass band to fine arts. The brass band known as the Easton Pop Band is a highlight. They perform at local events and festivals. This makes them a unique feature of the school. They have won awards at the All-Japan Marching Contest. The school also has art cooking science and drama clubs.
The school’s location is in Higashi Kasai 6-40-1 Edogawa-ku Tokyo. The nearest station is Kasai Station about 674 meters away.
Today Edogawa Municipal Higashi Kasai Junior High School continues to foster young minds. Its rich history diverse activities and community engagement make it a special place.