International Education Seminar: Insights for Parents and Educators in Shibuya

International Education Seminar in Shibuya

On August 22, 2025, the International Education Lab (IEL) will hold a special seminar designed for parents and educators from 12 PM to 6 PM at the Shibuya Sakura Stage (BLOOM GATE A). This event aims to introduce the latest trends in international education and share the initiatives of some notable schools both domestically and abroad. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the future of educational choices and approaches.

This seminar provides a unique opportunity to hear firsthand experiences from educators engaged in international education practices, as well as current students. Best of all, participation is completely free and does not require prior registration! Just come to the venue on the day of the event at your convenience.

Event Details

- Date: August 22, 2025 (Friday)
- Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Venue: Shibuya Sakura Stage (BLOOM GATE A)
- Participation Fee: Free
- Registration: No prior reservation is needed, you can come and go as you please.

Seminar Program (Tentative)

Time	Session Title	Speaker
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12:00-12:45	Current State and Future of International Education (Tentative)	Manabu Murata (International Education Critic / IEL Director)
13:00-13:45	Education for International Understanding and High School-University Cooperation (Tentative)

Shinichiro Sugimura (Director of Entrance Public Relations, Showa Women's University)

14:00-14:45	Problem-Based Learning (PBL): An Overview (Tentative)	Capital Tokyo International School (CTIS)
15:00-15:45	Trends in Studying Abroad at Universities (Tentative)

Akihiro Ozawa (Head of International University Affairs, Hiroo Academy)

16:00-16:45	International Understanding Education and ICT (Tentative)	Osamu Inoue (Vice Principal, Meikei Gakuen Junior and Senior High School) × Kazumasa Wada (Vice Principal, Tokyo Seitoku University Junior and Senior High School)
17:00-17:45	Session in Coordination (Tentative)	Hirotatsu Mori (Vice Principal, Sapporo Nihon University Junior High School) × Seibu Gakuen Meguro Seibi Elementary School

Please note that speakers and the program details are subject to change.

About the International Education Lab (IEL)

The mission of IEL is to foster international education in Japan. We aim to collect and disseminate information regarding international education pertinent to public and private schools and international schools in Japan. By providing updated data, analyses, and research outcomes, we seek to enable schools, businesses, and individuals interested in international education to offer and receive more desirable educational services.

For inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].