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The Evolution of Education Technology: Insights from EDIX Tokyo 2026

The recent EDIX Tokyo 2026, a major educational exhibition held at Tokyo Big Sight, showcased transformative trends in educational technology, particularly focusing on the integration of digital solutions in classrooms. One compelling highlight was the AI camera "Kizukumo," exhibited by Lanet Co., Ltd., a member of the Bic Camera group.

Visualizing Visitor Trends with Kizukumo

Throughout the exhibition, Kizukumo's AI technology was pivotal in analyzing visitor behavior in real-time. This innovation allowed for a comprehensive evaluation of attendees and their needs in the educational sector. The report, titled 'The Leading Edge of DX in Education,' outlines not only the findings from Kizukumo's analytics but also invaluable feedback gathered from education professionals during the event.

Key Features that Captivated the Audience

The Kizukumo camera caught significant attention for its cost-effectiveness, starting at an affordable monthly fee of ¥770 per unit, and its ease of installation. Visitors were particularly impressed by the camera's capability to discern between people, vehicles, and animals—demonstrating efficiency and high performance compared to standard cloud cameras available on the market.

Another notable aspect discussed was Kizukumo's unique hybrid recording method. This innovative approach minimizes internet bandwidth use by storing constant recording data on an SD card or dedicated recorder while only uploading AI-detected clips to the cloud. This model ensures that educational institutions maintain a lightweight online presence while having the flexibility to access real-time footage from smartphones or PCs, representing a revolutionary step in remote safety management for schools and education centers.

Analyzing Visitor Demographics

Data gathered from Kizukumo’s visitor counting feature revealed crucial insights into the demographic breakdown of attendees at EDIX 2026. 13% were systems integrators in telecommunications tasked with system proposals for educational environments, while 6% were distributors targeting schools. Interestingly, the actual educational institutions represented only around 5% each from corporate training departments and tutoring schools, indicating that the infrastructure proposals are often coming from outside stakeholders rather than the institutions themselves.

The growing trend in enhancing safety management through digital transformation is evident, as many schools are either preparing to adopt network cameras or upgrade from outdated analog systems.

Foot Traffic Insights

Kizukumo’s counting technology provided a detailed overview of foot traffic around the booth. Between the three exhibition days, the total number of visitors reached over 10,000, indicating a strong interest in educational technology. Traffic peaked notably between 2 PM and 3 PM on the second and third days, correlating with popular seminars held during that time. This strategic observation of movement enabled efficient staffing and improved interactions with the visitors.

Understanding Safety Concerns Specific to Education

Amid discussions on safety management needs within educational settings, concerns specific to schools and learning environments surfaced. The psychological safety of educators and the need for tools that support our children's learning environments were underscored. There was particular interest in features that could securely record both video and audio, aiming to create environments where teachers can focus on their educational duties without added stress.

Educational institutions expressed a clear necessity for adaptation with flexible solutions that accommodate various operational scales and teaching formats, whether for individual classrooms or larger networks of schools. Features enabling centralized monitoring through smartphones were highlighted by management at tutoring centers as a key to enhancing operational efficiency.

Addressing Privacy and Parental Concerns

It is crucial to recognize the balance that needs to be achieved regarding privacy. Many in the education sector emphasized the importance of ensuring that children do not feel intimidated by the presence of surveillance technology, which is why Kizukumo's compact design and discreet AI features, focusing only on specific activity areas, were positively received. This thoughtful approach fosters a safer, monitored, but less intrusive environment for students.

Moving Forward: Supporting Educational Infrastructure

The discussions at EDIX Tokyo illuminated the diverse requirements that educational institutions face in adopting new camera systems. To meet these needs, Kizukumo aims to deepen collaborations with educational environments and specialized companies, ensuring that all educational institutions have seamless access to necessary safety technologies.

As we move forward, we are committed to crafting proposals that not only fulfill safety requirements but also promote environments where educators can concentrate entirely on teaching.

Exhibition Details

• - Event: 17th EDIX Tokyo 2026
• - Date: May 13-15, 2026
• - Location: Tokyo Big Sight

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Lanet Co., Ltd.
• - Services Website: Kizukumo
• - Representative: President Keiki Nakagawa
• - Headquarters: 1-18-1 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• - Business Areas: Mobile, MVNO, Content, Education, Solutions, VR, and Network Cameras.