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Experience the Exciting World of Logistics

This winter, kids and their parents have a unique opportunity to dive into the fascinating world of logistics and IT through the "Work Experience" program organized by Pal System, taking place at their cutting-edge facility in Inagi City, Tokyo. Scheduled for December 6, 25, and January 10, 12, 2026, this program is designed for elementary school students and their guardians, aiming to enrich their understanding of home delivery systems.

Hands-On Learning Experience

Participants will have the chance to use sorting machines that Pal System employs in their logistics centers. The facilities are equipped with original videos, informative panels, and tablets, making it a dynamic and interactive learning experience that lasts approximately an hour. Children will come away with a better grasp of how goods are sorted and delivered, all while having fun in a supportive environment.

The Pal System currently delivers over 10 million items each week to 800,000 households. This experience will give kids insights into the complex logistics and information systems that ensure efficient delivery. As digitalization takes center stage in modern society, understanding these systems becomes increasingly valuable, especially as it relates to reducing food waste through pre-ordering groceries via cooperative services.

Participation and Future Impact

Since launching this initiative in 2023, the response has been overwhelmingly positive. To date, over 1,600 students have engaged in the program, including partnerships with local schools for workplace experiences. Children have expressed excitement, mentioning how they found shopping with tablets interesting and wanting even more experiences. Feedback from parents has also been encouraging, with many noting that it opened their children’s eyes to the world of food.

December and January Schedule

Each session lasts about an hour, with preparations in place to limit the number of participants. The application deadlines are set one week prior to each date:

• - December 6, 2025: Sessions at 11 AM and 2 PM (Apply by November 30)
• - December 25, 2025: Sessions at 11 AM and 2 PM (Apply by December 18)
• - January 10, 2026: Sessions at 11 AM and 2 PM (Apply by January 4)
• - January 12, 2026: Sessions at 11 AM and 2 PM (Apply by January 5)

How to Apply

Registration is required in advance, and interested participants can sign up via the following link: Pal System Work Experience Sign Up.

Facility Location and Access

The Pal System Logistics & IT Work Experience Facility is located at:

• - Address: 2111 Hyakumura, Inagi City, Tokyo, 1st Floor of Pal System Headquarters
• - Transportation: 15-minute walk from Inagi Station or take bus number 12 toward Wakabadai and get off at Inagi Chuo Park, followed by a 5-minute walk. Other routes are also available from Minamitama Station and Wakabadai Station.

A Look at the Experience

Participants can both witness and engage in hands-on sorting activities, using actual equipment and exploring the systems that facilitate delivery. It’s not just about adults—children also get to film their parents engaging in the tasks, fostering an inclusive environment where both generations learn from each other. By leveraging tablets and interactive panels, they’ll discuss the intricacies of delivery mechanisms that are critical to our daily lives, thus nurturing a new generation of informed consumers.

In 2025, coinciding with the International Year of Cooperatives, Pal System aims to cultivate a more sustainable community through education and participation in such programs. This promises not only to enhance the understanding of young minds but also to foster responsible consumption habits as they grow.