Study for IT Passport Qualification with Card Games. Two "Information Card Games" Co-developed with "DigiRen" to Support Junior High and High School "Information I" Learning Released Simultaneously.

TRYBE, an analog game manufacturer, will release "IT Passport Karuta (Technology Edition)" and "IT Passport Karuta (Business, Security & Ethics Edition)" on June 30, 2026, from its card game series "Ben-Game," which allows players to compete in "all genres of study" from educational to university/research levels, co-developed and operated with Kids Project Inc.

These titles were produced under the supervision of the "General Incorporated Association for Digital Human Resource Co-creation Alliance (DigiRen)," which supports digital activities for junior high and high school students. The games allow players to understand IT terms, which are also tested in the IT Passport exam, while playing.

Background of Release

Starting in fiscal year 2022, "Information I" became a compulsory subject in high schools, and "Information" was newly introduced in the 2025 Common Test for University Admissions. Knowledge of programming, networks, and information security is no longer just for specialized professionals but is becoming essential basic literacy for living in society.

On the other hand, the field of information includes many terms such as IoT, CPU, and VPN, which people may have seen or heard of but find difficult to visualize the specific meaning. In addition, the prevalence of foreign words and abbreviations makes it difficult for many students to feel engaged at the entry level of learning, thinking it "looks difficult" or "hard to remember."

Therefore, these products are designed to allow everyone to experience the subject of "Information" through "analog games" that are easy to approach. Through the game flow of listening to explanations, predicting terms, and quickly taking the correct card, players can engage with the meaning and usage of IT terms.

About "IT Passport Karuta"

"IT Passport Karuta" is a speed-catching card game where players quickly grab the correct abbreviation card based on hints about IT terms.

The reader reads out hints like "Something that allows devices such as personal computers and printers to communicate with each other and exchange data," and other players guess, "LAN?" "WAN?" "VPN?" while searching for the correct card.

The game features basic IT terms that appear in the IT Passport exam, such as CPU, LAN, API, VPN, IoT, and AI. Many terms, even if familiar, can be confusing when explained, and the more you play, the more "vaguely familiar" turns into "understanding the meaning."

The cards also include the full names and explanations of the terms, making them useful for checking and reviewing after the game. By transforming IT terms, which are often difficult to grasp through memorization alone, into a game experience of listening, thinking, and taking, it can be enjoyed as an entry point to qualification study.

Product Information

♦︎ Product Name: IT Passport Karuta (Business, Security & Ethics Edition)

♦︎ Contents: 32 cards

♦︎ Price: 1500 yen (tax included)

♦︎ Playtime: Approx. 5 minutes

♦︎ Number of Players: 2-4

♦︎ Target Age: 12 years and older

♦︎ Release Date: June 30, 2026

♦︎ EC: https://bengame.base.shop/items/145558126

♦︎ Product Name: IT Passport Karuta (Technology Edition)

♦︎ Contents: 32 cards

♦︎ Price: 1500 yen (tax included)

♦︎ Playtime: Approx. 5 minutes

♦︎ Number of Players: 2-4

♦︎ Target Age: 12 years and older

♦︎ Release Date: June 30, 2026

♦︎ EC: https://bengame.base.shop/items/145558240

About the General Incorporated Association for Digital Human Resource Co-creation Alliance (DigiRen)

The General Incorporated Association for Digital Human Resource Co-creation Alliance (DigiRen) was established in July 2022 as an organization responsible for the social implementation of recommendations compiled by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's study groups, with the aim of supporting digital activities for junior high and high school students.

In cooperation with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, it supports the compulsory implementation of "Information I" and the expansion of "Information II" in high schools, and promotes the widespread adoption of digital activities and the training of instructors nationwide, supporting digital activities for young people.

It develops projects in collaboration with industry and academia to activate and enhance digital clubs such as computer clubs, programming clubs, robot clubs, and AI clubs, as well as individual digital activities, thereby improving the digital skills of each student.

Location: 3F D-1, ITM Bldg., 2-1-10 Minami-Kouhoku, Suminoe-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 559-0034

Representative: Toshiharu Shikano, Representative Director

What is "Ben-Game"?

A card game series where players compete in "all genres of study" from educational to university/research levels.

3 Features

1 All rules are based on card games.

Various subjects such as Japanese, mathematics, science, social studies, and English can be played with the rules of well-known card games like Old Maid, Concentration, Speed, and Poker. Knowledge to be learned and skills to be acquired are naturally retained while playing. Since the rules are familiar, no explanation is needed, and you can enjoy it immediately.

2 Covers all genres from educational to university/research levels.

The lineup extends beyond the five core subjects to specialized fields such as literature and advanced mathematics.

Plans include content from university/research levels such as astronomy and psychology, as well as preparation for certifications and the bar exam.

3 The fun of competing in your strong areas.

You can learn while playing, and the more you know, the easier it is to win the game.

And because you can win, you come to like it, and because you like it, you become even better, creating a virtuous cycle.

You might even find yourself liking subjects you previously disliked.

Collaboration Recruitment

We are seeking supervision and sales cooperation from individuals knowledgeable in specific academic or specialized fields. Researchers, experts, corporations, and individuals are all widely welcome.

If you are interested, please feel free to contact us.

For inquiries, please contact:

Kids Project Inc. Development Manager Fujita

E-mail: info@kids-project

Development Team

Kids Project Inc.

Kids Project Inc. is a company that plans and develops content for kids and families, and plans and operates events in cooperation with local communities. With the philosophy of "Making difficult things easy. Making interesting things more interesting," they specialize in content development that emphasizes edutainment (learning through fun).

Representative Director: Kazuhiro Kobayashi Location: 1-11-6 Shinkawa, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0033 Business Activities: ・ Planning of content and products where children can find their "Wow!" ・ Planning and development of software such as games and PCs ・ Planning and production of commercial design (corporate logos, characters, promotional tools, web, magazine advertisements) ・ Planning and production related to books/publishing/video/music/toys/advertising Website: https://kids-project.jp/

TRYBE Inc.

TRYBE Inc. is an analog game manufacturer targeting the SNS-native generation.

It was founded due to the decline in face-to-face communication in an era dominated by smartphones and SNS. They provide game experiences that can be enjoyed in a short time and serve as a reason to meet people.

Company Overview

Representative Director: Yo Yamaguchi

Location: 5-29 Shin-Nakacho, Higashiosaka-shi, Osaka 577-0027

Business Activities: Planning, development, and sales of analog games

HP: https://www.trybe.co.jp/

Contact Information

Kids Project Inc. E-mail: info@kids-project

TRYBE Inc. E-mail: h_yamaguchi@trybe.co.jp