[Ichihara City x The University of Tokyo] Applications Open for "Learn at Todai! AI Class & Programming Class 2026"

Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, in collaboration with The University of Tokyo Graduate Schools, will hold "AI Class & Programming Class 2026" for elementary and junior high school students. Participants will experience cutting-edge learning and also have the opportunity to tour the Hongo Campus of The University of Tokyo, providing a chance to boost children's motivation to learn.

📝 Three Courses Tailored to Age and Interest 📝

▼ Kids' Programming Class

A course to learn programming using the small computer "micro:bit".

▼ Programming Class for Junior High School Students

A course to learn "Python", a programming language widely used for artificial intelligence programs and more.

▼ AI Class for Junior High School Students

A course to learn about the impact of AI on society and daily life, and to experience AI firsthand.

🏫 Campus Tour Also Offered 🏫

Following the classes, a tour of The University of Tokyo's Hongo Campus is also planned. This will not only foster learning but also serve as an opportunity to envision "future possibilities".

Date/Time and Details

(1) Kids' Programming Class 2026

Date & Time: August 1 (Sat) 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Reserve Date: August 22 (Sat))

Target Audience: 3rd to 6th grade elementary school students residing in or attending school in Ichihara City

Capacity: 10 groups (Lottery if applications exceed capacity)

Participation Fee: ¥5,500 (incl. tax) (Materials fee)

(2) Programming Class for Junior High School Students 2026

Date & Time: August 2 (Sun) 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Reserve Date: August 29 (Sat))

Target Audience: Junior high school students residing in or attending school in Ichihara City

Capacity: 10 groups (Lottery if applications exceed capacity)

Participation Fee: ¥4,500 (incl. tax) (Materials fee)

(3) Introduction to AI Class for Junior High School Students 2026

Date & Time: August 8 (Sat) 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Reserve Date: September 5 (Sat))

Target Audience: Junior high school students residing in or attending school in Ichihara City

Capacity: 10 groups (Lottery if applications exceed capacity)

Participation Fee: Free

Venue

The University of Tokyo Hongo Campus (7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo)

Application Period

Until 5:00 PM on July 14 (Tue)

How to Apply

Please apply through the city's website.

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