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Sumida STEAM Fest 2025

The forthcoming Sumida STEAM Fest 2025 is set to take place on January 11, 2026, at the iU Sumida Campus in Tokyo. This exciting event, organized by the Sakura Tempesta, a nonprofit organization driven by students of iU (Information and Management Innovation University), promises a day full of learning and innovation for middle and high school students from Japan and abroad.

What to Expect

The festival will feature an international robotics competition under the FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC) framework, where a total of 15 teams from Japan, the USA, and South Korea will showcase their robots in a series of thrilling practice matches. Attendees will not only have the chance to observe these competitions but also to engage in various STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) displays and hands-on workshops tailored for younger audiences.

This event aims to stimulate curiosity and encourage children to explore STEM-related fields, shaping their educational journeys and future careers.

Event Highlights

• - Date: January 11, 2026
• - Location: iU Sumida Campus, Tokyo
• - Organizers: Sakura Tempesta, iU HubLab
• - Supporters: Digital Agency of Japan, Sumida City Board of Education
• - Admission Fee: Free
• - Activities Include:

- Robotics competitions featuring 15 teams from Japan, the USA, and Korea.
- STEAM exhibitions showcasing innovative projects and technologies.
- Child-friendly workshops that encourage exploration and creativity.

• - Target Audience: Elementary to high school students, parents, educators, and the local community.

Registration Information

To mitigate congestion on the day of the event, pre-registration is highly recommended. You can find more details and register through the official website or directly at this registration link.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the forefront of innovation in robotics and STEAM education. Join us for a day filled with excitement, exploration, and inspiration that could ignite a passion for science and technology in the next generation!

We look forward to welcoming everyone to the Sumida STEAM Fest 2025!