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An Innovative Educational Experience in Fukuoka

Introduction

On January 18, 2026, from 1 PM to 5 PM, the highly anticipated event named 'The Most Wanted Class in Fukuoka!? - Exciting Learning Operation -' will take place at Kusagae Elementary School in Fukuoka. This unique initiative has been organized collaboratively by LX DESIGN, Fukuoka Smart City Community (FSC), and EduPorte. It invites elementary school students, their parents, and local authorities to witness the engaging public lesson that aims to merge educational and business environments.

Purpose of the Project

This initiative seeks to bring together educators and businesses in Fukuoka to co-create an engaging learning environment for students. The special class is designed to foster critical thinking and social engagement by exposing children to local aspects like transportation, finance, and communication through hands-on learning experiences. Students will even have the unique opportunity to pitch their ideas directly to local businesses.

Bridging the Gap

In recent years, a cultural and institutional divide has made it challenging for some educators to utilize external resources effectively. This project aims to bridge that gap by engaging local business and educational capacities to create a connected learning ecosystem.

Key Features

Through a mutual effort, the project focuses on three main objectives:
1. Collaborative Lesson Development: Instead of a one-sided approach, this initiative emphasizes the importance of addressing the specific needs and contexts of schools.
2. Team School Concept: The project promotes collaboration among teachers, businesses, educational committees, and community members, forming a unified team to support education.
3. A Model for Other Regions: Leveraging the strengths of FSC, LX DESIGN, and EduPorte, the project aims to serve as a scalable model for cooperative education practices across other localities.

Workshop Insights

Preceding the main event, a workshop was conducted on December 14, 2025, in Fukuoka. This engaging workshop brought together volunteer teachers and local business representatives to collaboratively design educational lessons. Participants focused on incorporating competencies into lesson planning while fostering a student-centered learning environment.

Feedback from Participants

Participants expressed enthusiasm for engaging in open dialogues across differing backgrounds:

• - Teachers felt the collaborative atmosphere of the workshop was a unique opportunity to share ideas in an inclusive environment.
• - Business representatives found the discussions provided innovative perspectives that could enhance future educational initiatives.

Event Schedule

The main event will commence at Kusagae Elementary School, located a 5-minute walk from Rokumatsu Station. The program outline is as follows:

• - 1:00 PM: Registration Opens
• - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: First Session of Classes
• - 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Break and Transition
• - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Second Session of Classes
• - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Enjoyable Event: 'Candy Grab Challenge'

Session Themes (Expected)

The event will feature various themes, including:

• - JR Kyushu TEAM: “Let’s create an exciting future for Hakata.”
• - ChariChari TEAM: “Experience being an employee for a day!”
• - Nishi-Nippon Railway TEAM: “Let’s imagine dreams for our community.”
• - Fukuoka Bank TEAM: “Get to know the flow of money and become a money master!”
• - LINE Yahoo Communications TEAM: “Let’s create LINE stickers using generative AI!”
• - LOVE FM TEAM: “Connect through words in real experiences.”

Registration Information

To participate, both students and parents must fill out the registration form. Local authorities and educational professionals wishing to observe the lessons can also register online.

Conclusion

The ‘The Most Wanted Class in Fukuoka’ aims to create an interactive learning experience that connects children to their community. This initiative exemplifies how collaborative efforts can break down barriers and enrich the educational landscape. We look forward to a vibrant event that sparks curiosity and creativity among Fukuoka's youth!