Archive · 5 Jan 2026
12-Year-Old Japanese Gamer Plans Esports Career
A 12-year-old boy named Tarou from Japan wants to leave school to play video games professionally.
He has been playing games since he was three and has many followers on YouTube.
Tarou's parents support his decision because he is very good at gaming and practices a lot.
He wants to compete in big tournaments like the Fortnite World Cup.
Some people on the internet think it's a bad idea to leave school, but others support him.
In Japan, children must go to school for nine years, but Tarou's family believes he should focus on gaming.
12-year-old Japanese gamer Tarou plans to quit school for a full-time esports career.
Tarou has over 230,000 followers on YouTube and is successful in Fortnite.
His parents support his decision, citing his dedication and the need for extensive practice.
Social media reactions are divided, with some supporting his choice and others questioning it.
In Japan, nine years of education are compulsory, but Tarou's family believes esports is his best path.
- Who
- 12-year-old Japanese gamer Tarou
- What
- Plans to quit school for esports career
- When
- After a year-long discussion with family and school
- Where
- Japan
- Why
- To pursue esports full-time and compete in Fortnite World Cup
- Name
- Tarou
- Age
- 12
- YouTube Followers
- 230,000
- Game of Choice
- Fortnite
- Parental Support
- Yes
- Daily Practice Hours
- 10-14
- Compulsory Education in Japan
- 9 years
