Living with Breast Cancer – Supporting Mind and Body with the Power of Fragrance
RubanRose NPO Press Release: October 6, 2025 Living with breast cancer — Supporting your mind and body with the power of scent Crowdfunding launched to republish the revised practical book and hold the “Ruban Rose Festival” NPO Ruban Ruban Rose (headquarters: Katsushika Ward, Tokyo / Representative Director: Iida Tomoko) has launched a crowdfunding campaign to revise and republish “Beautiful Aromatherapy for the Mind and Body of Breast Cancer Patients,” a practical book supporting self-care for those facing breast cancer, and to hold the “Ruban Rose Festival,” a forum for discussion. The platform is CAMPFIRE, the method is All-in (funds are funded with one or more pledges, and rewards are provided even if the goal is not reached), and the target amount is 1.5 million yen. The project is currently open to the public. Project page:
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/878762/
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/137530/6/137530-6-7ac29680beb8dd700b355ade270c7cba-1181×783.png Background Founder and nurse Tomoko Iida has faced loneliness and anxiety from the “patient’s perspective” since her own experience with breast cancer. The book, which she published with co-author Chiba Haruko, was well received by readers but went out of print. In response to requests for a hard copy to have at hand, she has decided to republish it as a revised edition that includes information on the use of herbs and clay, lymphedema prevention, and the latest information. In addition, she is planning to hold a Ruban Rose Festival as a forum for discussion on the theme of “You’re Not Alone.” Project points • Republishing the book (revised edition): This book contains easy-to-understand self-care tips and essential oil profiles based on the experiences of breast cancer survivors, as well as a medical perspective. For this reissue, we plan to add the latest findings and tips for making it easier to continue using the book in your daily life. • Preparing for the Patient Association Festival: Promoting the creation of a space where patients, their families, and supporters can connect, learn, and discuss through scent. Workshops and social events are planned (details will be announced on the project page from time to time). • All-in Method: Rewards will be delivered even if the goal is not reached. This system allows even first-time participants to participate with confidence.
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Implementation platform: CAMPFIRE • Target amount: 1,500,000 yen (All-in method) • Application Period: [Please refer to the project page for the number of days remaining based on the reporter’s deadline for proofreading] (As of October 2, 2025, the page displays
approximately 53 days remaining.) • URL:
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/878762/ (Project details, latest information, reward details *Support status (total support amount, achievement rate, number of supporters) is subject to change. Please check the above page for the latest figures. Planned Use (Image of Main Breakdown) • Editing, design, printing, and proofreading fees for book republishing • Festival venue, operation, and workshop
preparation costs • Information dissemination, community management, and administrative expenses *Specific allocations will be published and updated on the project page as progress progresses. Representative comment (purpose) “Scents gently comfort those who face the loneliness and anxiety of illness. I want to share the wisdom of aromatherapy and herbs through a book and a festival that serves as a place of connection. I will work with my colleagues to create a format that will ensure that this information reaches those who need it.” Example of expected return (excerpt) Book (revised reprint edition) / Activity Report Benefits for participating in and experiencing the festival, and more *Please check the rewards section of the project page for details, prices, and combinations. Organization Overview Name: NPO Ruban Rose (Breast Cancer Patient Association) Activities: Practicing and sharing self-care methods to support daily life in living with breast cancer using aromatherapy and herbs, community management, book production, etc.
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