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NAVICUS Partners with Waseda University

NAVICUS Inc., headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, is proud to announce a new partnership with Waseda University’s media platform, Waseda Information Bureau. This collaboration will see the implementation of practical marketing events aimed at students, scheduled to occur four times a year. The first event is set to take place on March 13, 2026, with subsequent events planned for June 2026.

Background of the Initiative

In recent years, the digital marketing landscape—particularly social media marketing—has evolved beyond theoretical understanding. Professionals now require robust strategic design and execution skills. Unfortunately, opportunities for students to engage with real-world business challenges in a marketing context have been scarce. Recognizing this gap, NAVICUS aims to leverage its experience in supporting companies and local governments with social media strategies, providing students with practical learning opportunities that develop the next generation of marketers.

Moreover, maintaining ongoing connections with students will enable mutual understanding of values and thought processes, fostering relationships that can benefit future hiring activities. NAVICUS’s CEO, Kazuya Takeuchi, himself a Waseda alumnus, is eager to give back to the university community that played a pivotal role in his own development.

Event Overview

The marketing events will adopt a hands-on program format, encompassing lectures, group work, and presentations. Participating students will tackle actual business problems by formulating social media strategies, while receiving direct feedback from NAVICUS staff and guest companies, allowing them to experience practical marketing thinking firsthand.

During the inaugural event, representatives from NAVICUS’s major clients were invited to provide foundational lectures on social media marketing. Following these lectures, students engaged in group discussions to develop their strategies, culminating in presentations and critiques. Working with real products from client companies incentivized the students beyond mere brainstorming, prompting them to evaluate “feasibility” and “strategic coherence”—elements critical in the professional sphere.

Highlights from the First Event

Approximately 30 students participated, collaborating in teams of five to develop their marketing strategies. Each team was tasked with identifying target audiences, selecting appropriate social media platforms, and designing compelling messages, all mirrored against real-world processes. Beyond practical application, the event also fostered theoretical understanding through lectures on the significance of word-of-mouth marketing and strategic design methodologies.

Feedback from Participating Students

A few students shared their reflections on this enriching experience:

• - Literature Student, 2nd Year: "Receiving direct feedback from the instructors during the presentations was incredibly valuable. Thank you!"
• - International Program Student, 1st Year: "Even without prior knowledge of marketing, collaborating and exchanging ideas proved to be a vital learning experience."
• - Social Sciences Student, 2nd Year: "Initially, we focused solely on what actions we wanted customers to take. However, we realized our connection to the product was somewhat lacking. This event has deepened my interest in both the actual practice of social media marketing and marketing as a whole, providing great preparation for my job search."

Future Plans

With four events scheduled throughout the year, the second installment is planned for June 2026. By continuing these programs, NAVICUS aims to provide ample growth opportunities for students while contributing to the development of practical marketing professionals.

As NAVICUS fosters connections between companies and students, it seeks to balance value creation within the marketing realm with the training of future talent.

About NAVICUS Inc.

NAVICUS specializes in communication strategy development centered around social media, assisting firms and local governments with “fan creation.” This company addresses the unique challenges faced by consumer-oriented businesses across manufacturing, retail, and gaming sectors, ensuring optimal design and execution that aligns with specific goals.

As of May 2025, the total follower count for NAVICUS's supported clients has surpassed 106.2 million. Since December 2023, NAVICUS has been part of the PR TIMES group, expanding its reach and support capabilities further.

Services Offered

• - Communication strategy design
• - Campaign planning and management
• - Social media management (X, Facebook, Instagram, LINE, TikTok, YouTube, Discord, etc.)
• - Web advertising management
• - Fan event planning and execution
• - Marketing seminars
• - Effectiveness analysis of communication initiatives
• - Community support tailored for gaming and entertainment
• - Regional taxation marketing assistance
• - Local government social media promotion
• - Instagram recruitment assistance
• - Comprehensive consulting for IT and web services

For more details, visit:

• - Corporate Website
• - Official X
• - Official Facebook
• - Official Note