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Introduction

On August 26, 2026, the Japan Face Type Diagnosis Association will host a free online seminar aimed at teachers working in home economics and related subjects in middle and high schools. The seminar, titled "Practical Seminar for Creating Effective Lessons," will offer insights on enhancing lesson planning through garment selection, promoting self-awareness and mutual understanding among students.

What to Expect from the Seminar

During this session, educators will explore how to examine clothing from the perspectives of color, shape, and material. This approach encourages students to consider suitable clothing choices for themselves, which not only builds their understanding of personal style but also fosters a deeper respect for their peers’ differences. The seminar aims to share practical examples of classroom activities that have successfully integrated these concepts.

Additionally, participants will receive free educational resources, including a self-diagnostic chart utilizing face type analysis and various teaching materials that can be applied immediately in their lessons.

Background of the Event

The educational guidelines for home economics emphasize the importance of teaching students about clothing selection and lifestyle management. However, many teachers express challenges in finding engaging content and creating lessons that resonate with students personally. This seminar recognizes that choosing clothes suited for oneself is not merely about fashion. Distilling the elements of clothing into color, shape, and material empowers students to comprehend their individual selections and express their uniqueness.

Moreover, understanding that preferences differ from person to person cultivates self-awareness and appreciation for diverse perspectives among students. The seminar will feature insights from educators who have effectively embedded these educational values into their home economics classes, providing participants with easy-to-implement materials and design tips for lesson planning.

Learning Outcomes

Participants in the seminar will engage with:

1. Exploring Clothing Choices: An understanding of the three fundamental elements of clothing selection—color, shape, and material—will be developed.
2. Face Type Diagnosis Self-Assessment: Attendees will experience a simplified version of the self-diagnosis chart, deepening their understanding of how to choose clothing that fits their personal style.
3. Real Classroom Examples: The seminar will invite guest educators to share their experiences, including the rationale behind their lesson design, student feedback, and effective strategies for implementation.
4. Implementation Strategies and Q&A: Participants will have the opportunity to address their queries, gaining insight into methods for introducing these concepts into their own classrooms.

Participant Benefits

All attendees will receive valuable resources for immediate classroom application:

• - Face Type Diagnosis Self-Assessment Chart
• - Projectable slide materials for teaching
• - Fashion collage educational tools (for both genders)
• - Worksheets tailored to specific face types (for both genders)

This content aims to alleviate the burden of lesson preparation, allowing for quick and efficient integration into class structures.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is ideal for teachers looking to:

• - Integrate new approaches into their home economics lessons
• - Foster self-affirmation and mutual understanding among students
• - Discover immediately usable teaching materials and activities
• - Engage students who may not typically be interested in fashion
• - Learn how to address topics of appearance sensitively without harming students’ feelings

Event Details

• - Date and Time: August 26, 2026, from 20:00 to 21:15 (JST)
• - Mode: Zoom (Online event)
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Target Audience: Teachers involved in home economics and related subjects in middle and high schools
• - Capacity: None

Organizer: Japan Face Type Diagnosis Association

For more information and to register, visit registration link.

Understanding Face Type Diagnosis

Face Type Diagnosis is an original method developed by the Japan Face Type Diagnosis Association which objectively analyzes facial features and classifies them into eight distinct types. The goal is to derive what styles of clothing, hairstyles, and makeup best suit individuals, positively impacting their outward impression. By enhancing self-awareness and promoting an understanding of diversity, this method is making inroads in educational settings, corporate training, and the fashion industry.

About the Author

Mitsuko Okada, Image Consultant, is the representative director of the Japan Face Type Diagnosis Association. With over 21 years of experience, she established her own consulting salon, "HAPPY SPIRAL," while creating Japan's first Face Type Diagnosis framework. Her insights have reached over 20,000 individuals, with a social media following exceeding 300,000. She has published works translated into three Asian languages.

Organization Details

• - Director: Mitsuko Okada
• - Founded: July 2017
• - Location: 1-3, Ginza 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
• - Activities: Promotion of Face Type Diagnosis, qualification courses, corporate training, and image consulting education.