In an exciting announcement, Shinhodo Co., Ltd., a Tokyo-based company dedicated to enhancing human experience through education, will present groundbreaking research at the Osaka Kansai Expo on August 16, 2025. The presentation, which will be held during the Ministry of Education's interactive exhibition titled "Connecting Me to the Future, Science Exhibition - You can create the future," will focus on their collaborative research utilizing brainwave analysis technology for language learning. This innovative method aims to improve English conversation education by measuring the theta wave activity from the frontal lobe during learning sessions.
The exhibition will feature four distinct zones: Connecting with Yourself, Connecting with Others, Connecting with Society, and Connecting with the Earth. Shinhodo will specifically showcase their findings within the "Connecting with Yourself" zone, centering on the application of brainwave analysis in English education, providing attendees with a hands-on experience of their research outcomes.
Event Overview
- - Stage Theme: The Future of English Education through Brainwave Analysis
- - Subtitle: Identifying English Proficiency through Frontal Theta Wave Activity
- - Date and Time: August 16, 2025, from 18:00 to 18:30
- - Venue: EXPO Messe WASSE North within the Osaka Kansai Expo
- - Speakers: Shintaro Okura, CEO of Shinhodo Co., Ltd., and Mototsugu Okura, Specially Appointed Professor at Osaka University Institute of Industrial Science.
Planned Topics for the Stage Talk
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Greetings: An introduction to the event and speakers.
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Introduction to Brainwave Measurement Tools: A presentation of the latest brainwave measurement devices used in the research.
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Research Findings and Publications: An explanation of how brainwave data can be utilized to assess English proficiency.
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Participant Brainwave Experience: An engaging activity where participants can wear brainwave measuring devices to gain personal insight into their cognitive states.
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Future Benefits and Research Directions: An exploration of future possibilities for brainwave analysis in education.
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Q&A Session: Addressing questions from middle and high school attendees.
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Exhibition Booth Introduction: Information about the experiences available at the exhibition booths.
Message to Attendees
"Learning is the driving force for creating our future. We believe that visualizing your concentration levels through brainwave analysis can transform both your English learning journey and your future aspirations. We invite you to join us on stage and experience the future. Let’s explore your potential together!"
Ministry of Education's COI Program
The COI STREAM program, initiated in 2013 by the Ministry of Education, aimed to realize innovative societal visions based on future societal needs. It identified research and development challenges that could not be solved by companies alone, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to create groundbreaking innovations.
Company Overview
- - Company Name: Shinhodo Co., Ltd.
- - Location: 2-14-14-208 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- - Representative: Shintaro Okura, CEO
- - Business Scope: Education, Language Education, Edtech, Neuroscience, Cultural Promotion of Japan, Inbound Activities
- - Contact Information: [email protected] / TEL: 03-3445-6046