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U-18 Monozukuri Expo 2025: A Celebration of Youth Innovation

On October 26, 2025, a vibrant event known as the U-18 Monozukuri Expo 2025 will take place at the Otemon Gakuin University in Ibaraki City, Osaka. This event is a fantastic opportunity for young people who are passionate about manufacturing to gather and share their projects, emphasizing creativity and collaboration in the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education.

The U-18 Monozukuri Expo, organized by the Otemon Robot Challenge Project spearheaded by Associate Professor Tetsuya Fukuda, aims to provide a platform for middle and high school students from the Kansai region to showcase their works. This year marks the second edition of the event, following its successful debut in 2024. The expo encourages children and teenagers to engage in manufacturing and promotes interaction between different age groups, thereby fostering community spirit.

Details of the Expo

The expo will host approximately 30 teams and individual participants, totaling around 100 young creators ranging from first graders to high school seniors. The theme for this year's exhibits is **