Supporting High School Education Reform with Remote Infrastructure and Curriculum Planning
In a significant announcement, Neatframe Inc., based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has partnered with Kinki Nippon Tourist Co. to provide crucial support for Japan's high school education reform initiative, known as the N-E.X.T. high school project. This initiative, driven by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), aims to modernize high school education with a focus on remote learning and collaboration with local communities.
With the objective of enhancing the educational landscape, Neatframe and Kinki Nippon Tourist will co-host a webinar on August 4, 2026, aimed at addressing the challenges in planning and implementing this ambitious educational reform. The focus of the webinar will be on developing remote learning infrastructure alongside curriculum and operational frameworks that can effectively address the needs of modern students.
Background of the Initiative
Across Japan, local governments and education boards are working on plans to implement next-generation high school education, as promoted by MEXT. The N-E.X.T. high school initiative emphasizes exploratory learning that incorporates remote classes and local collaboration. However, many educators express concerns that while they can draft plans, the practical implementation in real classrooms remains uncertain.
Issues such as disrupted audio during remote classes and difficulties in ensuring clear communication have been obstacles for educators. Moreover, educators have been grappling with the challenge of how to integrate experiential learning and local partnerships into a workable operational structure.
To address these concerns, Neatframe and Kinki Nippon Tourist aim to provide insights into the dual aspects of educational infrastructure and curriculum planning through their joint online webinar.
Webinar Details: Integrating Infrastructure and Curriculum
During this webinar, participants will gain a perspective on how to view infrastructure and curriculum not as separate entities but as integral components of a cohesive educational plan.
The first half will feature Neatframe, which holds extensive experience in establishing remote class environments. They will discuss the necessary infrastructure to facilitate dialogue and collaborative learning, including considerations for sound quality and interactivity, as well as management systems that lessen the burden on teachers.
In the second half, Kinki Nippon Tourist, which has engaged with schools nationwide through school excursions, will elaborate on curriculum design aligned with MEXT’s guidelines, as well as the frameworks for collaboration with local universities, businesses, and organizations. They will also highlight their comprehensive support for operational management during educational activities.
Company Overview
Kinki Nippon Tourist, one of Japan's leading educational service providers, operates approximately 50 offices nationwide and has established partnerships with over 1,500 local governments and more than 2,000 schools for educational trips. Their expertise and insights gained from collaboration with schools are integral to designing and supporting next-generation high school education curricula.
Neatframe, founded in Norway in 2019, specializes in video conferencing solutions and is committed to simplifying remote communication. They have a strong track record of supporting the development of remote and hybrid educational environments in various educational institutions across Japan. Neatframe is also registered as a certified advisor under MEXT’s education digital transformation strategy for 2026.
Event Overview
With the objective of enhancing the educational landscape, Neatframe and Kinki Nippon Tourist will co-host a webinar on August 4, 2026, aimed at addressing the challenges in planning and implementing this ambitious educational reform. The focus of the webinar will be on developing remote learning infrastructure alongside curriculum and operational frameworks that can effectively address the needs of modern students.
Background of the Initiative
Across Japan, local governments and education boards are working on plans to implement next-generation high school education, as promoted by MEXT. The N-E.X.T. high school initiative emphasizes exploratory learning that incorporates remote classes and local collaboration. However, many educators express concerns that while they can draft plans, the practical implementation in real classrooms remains uncertain.
Issues such as disrupted audio during remote classes and difficulties in ensuring clear communication have been obstacles for educators. Moreover, educators have been grappling with the challenge of how to integrate experiential learning and local partnerships into a workable operational structure.
To address these concerns, Neatframe and Kinki Nippon Tourist aim to provide insights into the dual aspects of educational infrastructure and curriculum planning through their joint online webinar.
Webinar Details: Integrating Infrastructure and Curriculum
During this webinar, participants will gain a perspective on how to view infrastructure and curriculum not as separate entities but as integral components of a cohesive educational plan.
The first half will feature Neatframe, which holds extensive experience in establishing remote class environments. They will discuss the necessary infrastructure to facilitate dialogue and collaborative learning, including considerations for sound quality and interactivity, as well as management systems that lessen the burden on teachers.
In the second half, Kinki Nippon Tourist, which has engaged with schools nationwide through school excursions, will elaborate on curriculum design aligned with MEXT’s guidelines, as well as the frameworks for collaboration with local universities, businesses, and organizations. They will also highlight their comprehensive support for operational management during educational activities.
Company Overview
Kinki Nippon Tourist, one of Japan's leading educational service providers, operates approximately 50 offices nationwide and has established partnerships with over 1,500 local governments and more than 2,000 schools for educational trips. Their expertise and insights gained from collaboration with schools are integral to designing and supporting next-generation high school education curricula.
Neatframe, founded in Norway in 2019, specializes in video conferencing solutions and is committed to simplifying remote communication. They have a strong track record of supporting the development of remote and hybrid educational environments in various educational institutions across Japan. Neatframe is also registered as a certified advisor under MEXT’s education digital transformation strategy for 2026.
Event Overview
- - Theme: Approaches to the Concrete Planning of the N-E.X.T. High School Project
- - Date: August 4, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM (45 minutes)
- - Format: Online event
- - Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required)
- - Target Audience: Representatives responsible for the N-E.X.T. high school project from local governments and education boards, as well as those promoting remote education
- - Hosts: Kinki Nippon Tourist Co. and Neatframe Inc.
- - Registration Method: Interested parties are encouraged to contact [email protected] for further inquiries.
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