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RKKCS Supports the 2025 Japanese Olympiad in Informatics

RKKCS, a prominent provider of IT solutions to local governments and financial institutions across Japan, has announced its first-time sponsorship of the domestic stage of the "2025 Japanese Olympiad in Informatics" (JOI 2025/2026). This initiative aims to contribute to the discovery and development of the next generation of IT talents through corporate sponsorship.

Overview of the Event

The Japanese Olympiad in Informatics is organized by the Japan Olympiad in Informatics Committee, aimed at students below the senior year of high school. This competition assesses mathematical and information science skills, featuring two main branches: the Japanese Olympiad in Informatics (JOI) and the Women's category known as JOIG. The JOI serves as a selection process for Japan's representatives at the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) scheduled for 2026 in Uzbekistan, while the JOIG selects participants for the 6th European Girls' Olympiad in Informatics (EGOI).

Sponsorship Background

Since its establishment in 1966, RKKCS has provided innovative IT services tailored to local municipalities and financial institutions throughout Japan. Driven by the sustainability motto "People, Cities, Happy Together," RKKCS is committed to fostering sustainable growth not only through business activities but also through various sustainability initiatives. By sponsoring this competition, RKKCS seeks to support the training of talented young IT professionals and to promote the advancement of the IT industry as a whole, creating opportunities for all participants to shine.

Details of the Competition

• - Event Name: 25th Japanese Olympiad in Informatics (JOI 2025/2026) & 6th Women’s Division (JOIG 2025/2026)
• - Venue: Preliminary and secondary rounds, as well as the semi-final stage (opening ceremony and guidance) will be conducted online. The final stages will take place in Tokyo (exact details are yet to be confirmed).
• - Organizer: Japan Olympiad in Informatics Committee
• - Co-organizer: Japan Science and Technology Agency
• - Schedule:

- JOI Preliminary (Online): September 13, October 12, November 15, 2025
- JOI Secondary (Online): December 7, 2025
- JOI Semi-final Stage (Hybrid): January 25, February 1, 2026
- JOI/JOIG Final Stage (Tokyo): March 20-24, 2026
- Japanese representatives selected: March 24, 2026

• - Official Website: Japanese Olympiad in Informatics

About RKKCS

RKKCS has been a cornerstone service provider for Japan's social infrastructure since its foundation, offering comprehensive computer systems and support to over 300 local governments and 50 financial institutions, spanning from Hokkaido to Okinawa. RKKCS is dedicated to pioneering new services that anticipate future developments, continually striving to exceed expectations and contribute to a sustainable society.

Company Information

• - Name: RKKCS, Inc.
• - Headquarters: JR Kumamoto Shirakawa Building 11F, 3-15-60 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
• - President: Atsushi Kaneko
• - Business Activities: Software development and sales, system implementation support and maintenance services, facility management and consulting
• - Established: July 1966
• - Website: RKKCS Official Website

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