On Sunday, August 31, 2025, Tsuji Naoto, a former Japanese basketball team and a member of the Gunma Crane Thunders of B.LEAGUE, visited Gunma Pediatrics Center in Gunma Prefecture for many years, and a donation ceremony was held.
Total amount of over 780,000 yen to childrenDonation
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In the 2024-25 season, Tsuji successfully shot 127 three-pointers on the court. A reserve of 3,333 yen is the reserve for each 3-point shot, resulting in a total of 423,291 yen. In addition, a total of 782,818 yen was donated and donated to children fighting illnesses and injuries, along with the warm donation of 359,527 yen received from fans at the match venue.
The origin of this “three-piece” activity comes from the fact that Tsuji met a boy who was fighting illness in 2018. Since then, we have been continuing to support children every year since 2019, with the philosophy of “contributing to society through basketball.”
The presentation ceremony was held in a peaceful atmosphere, with warm welcome from the hospital staff including Director Hamajima, Gunma Pediatric Medical Center in Gunma Prefecture. Tsuji handed the catalog and the hospital gave him a letter of appreciation. After the ceremony, we visited the hospital and spent a valuable time interacting with the children.
Tsuji Naoto talks about his thoughts on “three pieces”
After completing this activity, Tsuji has received a comment.
“Thank you very much to everyone at Gunma Pediatric Medical Center for accepting this as a Three-Piece activity. I also felt once again keen to share what I learned through this activity and to more people because they were able to actually interact with the children and have had conversations. What I always think is what I want to help you, but when I actually meet the children like this, I can really gain strength. It makes me feel like I need to work harder and I want to work harder. Not only me, I will do my best to continue to increase the number of players who will be carrying out this activity together. In addition, the number of companies that are supporting us is gradually increasing, so I would like to promote Three Piece with more people. Finally, thank you to everyone who raised funds at the Open House Arena. Your thoughts are the strength of our children. We will continue our Three Piece activities in the 2025-26 season, so we hope you will continue to cooperate in the future.”
Three wishes contained in “Three Piece”
The “Three-Piece” activities began in the 2019-20 season under the philosophy of “contributing to society through basketball!” The purpose is to save 3,333 yen for every successful 3-point shot in a match, and donate the funds to children who have been hospitalized for a long time due to illness and children in foster care facilities as sports equipment and learning equipment.
This activity name contains three meanings:
• Peace: We hope that through our activities we will expand our sense of caring for each other and make the world even more peaceful.
• Piece: We hope that the combination of the three parties involved in the activities, Tsuji player, and the fans who support them will have a positive impact on society.
• Peace Sign: We aim to increase the smiles of many people.
In the future, we are planning to not only work with Tsuji, but also with athletes such as basketball players, as well as a variety of people of different genres, to further expand the circle of support. Each of them becomes a “peace,” and we aim to create “peaces” by doing what we can and play a part in the peaceful world.
Three Piece Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tp.project.3333/
“three Piece” Initiative: A Data-driven Look
To better understand the impact of Tsuji Naoto’s “Three Piece” initiative, let’s break down the key achievements in this table:
| Metric | Details |
| —————————- | ————————————————————————- |
| Season of Impact | 2024-2025 |
| 3-Pointers Made | 127 |
| Donation Per 3-Pointer | ¥3,333 |
| Funds Raised from 3-Pointers | ¥423,291 |
| Fan Donations | ¥359,527 (from match venue) |
| total Donation to Children | ¥782,818 |
| Beneficiary | Children fighting illnesses and injuries |
| Initiative’s Core Beliefs | Contributing to society through basketball |
| Start Year | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
This section addresses common questions about Tsuji Naoto’s “Three Piece” activities, providing clarity and building trust.
Q: What is the “Three Piece” initiative?
A: “Three Piece” is a charitable activity spearheaded by Tsuji Naoto,a professional basketball player. For every successful three-point shot he makes during a season, a predetermined amount of money (¥3,333) is donated to support children facing illnesses and injuries. The initiative also incorporates fan donations and aims to contribute to society through the sport of basketball.
Q: How is the money raised used?
A: The funds are donated to children who are hospitalized for extended periods, as well as children in foster care facilities.The donations are used to provide sports equipment and learning materials, helping to improve their well-being and access to opportunities to play sports.
Q: what are the “Three Wishes” embedded in the name “Three Piece?”
A: The name “Three Piece” reflects three core aspirations:
Peace: Promoting a sense of caring and contributing to a more peaceful world.
Piece: Highlighting the positive impact when Tsuji, his fans, and the beneficiaries come together.
* Peace Sign: Increasing the smiles among people involved.
Q: How can I support the “Three Piece” initiative?
A: Keep an eye on Tsuji Naoto’s performance during the 2025-26 season and beyond! the initiative’s Instagram account is a great way to find out how donations are made, how you can contribute, and to follow the progress of the initiative: https://www.instagram.com/tp.project.3333/
Q: What is the goal of the “three Piece” program?
A: The ultimate aim is to broaden the circle of support, not just within basketball but by collaborating with athletes and people from various fields. Every person involved in the initiative is envisioned as a “piece,” collectively striving towards a world filled with “peaces” through their unique contributions. the goal is to create a positive, lasting impact on the lives of children and the wider community.
