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AndDot's Pioneering Workshop at the Fukuoka Dream Festival 2025

In a bid to inspire the next generation, AndDot Inc., located in Shibuya, Tokyo, and QTnet, based in Fukuoka, have collaborated to introduce an exciting workshop centered around generative AI at the 3rd Fukuoka Dream Festival. This event, hosted by KidZania Fukuoka, took place on March 8, 2025. The initiative aimed at cultivating creativity among children was met with great enthusiasm, particularly due to the innovative application of generative AI techniques.

Expanding Futures Through Creative Exploration

The workshop welcomed 465 elementary and middle school students, offering them a unique opportunity to engage in various profession simulations that enhanced their imaginative capacities. The main highlight of the event was undoubtedly the Generative AI workshop provided by AndDot and QTnet, where participants utilized text and image generation AI tools. Children were empowered to craft their own original stories and artworks, resulting in one-of-a-kind creations that they proudly took home.

The Role of Generative AI in Education

Generative AI has been gaining traction in educational settings as a tool that enhances creativity and introduces new learning modalities for students. It holds potential benefits such as personalized learning for individual needs and reducing teachers' workloads. However, as AI technology continues to advance, it becomes increasingly vital for students to understand how to effectively and responsibly use it. In this workshop, alongside the exploration of AI’s creative possibilities, discussions were held about the reliability of information generated by AI and other pertinent challenges. The aim was to equip children with the knowledge and awareness needed to navigate the AI landscape responsibly, ultimately preparing them to be capable contributors in society.

Event Details

Event:

Yume Ouen Project — 3rd Fukuoka Dream Festival

Date and Time:

March 8, 2025

• - Morning Session: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• - Afternoon Session: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• - Note: The event operates on a complete shift basis.

Venue:

Fukuoka Institute of Technology FIT Hall

Target Participants:

Elementary and middle school students
Some workshops are available for preschoolers as well.

Entrance Fee:

Free

Through such initiatives, AndDot is dedicated to fostering talent for the future in collaboration with local communities. The company seeks to undertake socially significant projects that promote the understanding and application of generative AI in education, thereby contributing to a brighter future for the next generation.

Company Profiles

AndDot Inc.

• - CEO: Yuta Ibaraki
• - Headquarters: 1-16-6 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan, 150-0043
• - Business Focus: Solutions utilizing generative AI and related services
• - Website: and-dot.co.jp

About QTnet Inc.

• - CEO: Yoshio Ogura
• - Headquarters: 1-12-20 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, Japan, 810-0001
• - Business Focus: Telecommunications services including BBIQ (optical internet), QT Mobile (smartphone services), QT PRO (corporate services), esports business, and advertising
• - Website: qtnet.co.jp