Kimura Information Technology Inc. (Headquarters: Saga City, Saga Prefecture, Representative Director: Takao Kimura, hereinafter "Kimura IT") has begun providing "GAKUSEE MI," the first semiconductor EDA (Electronic Design Automation) education platform for high school students in Japan (※1), from April 1, 2026.

This platform complies with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "N-E.X.T. High School Concept" and includes the cloud version of the professional EDA tool "SX-Meister," developed by G-DAT Inc. (Tokyo). This enables full-scale semiconductor design learning, which has typically been centered in universities and specialized institutions, to be realized from the high school level.

(※1) First initiative in Japan to provide hands-on educational services utilizing semiconductor design EDA tools for high school students (according to Kimura IT's research)

▼Educational institutions and stakeholders interested in semiconductor education, please inquire via the form below:

https://www.k-idea.jp/contact/dxschool/

Background

In Japan, with the rapid growth of the semiconductor industry, approximately 40,000 semiconductor personnel are expected to be needed over the next 10 years by nine major companies alone (※2). Furthermore, the global semiconductor market is projected to expand to around 1 trillion dollars by 2026, making talent development a critical national priority. However, current high school education primarily consists of theoretical lectures, with limited opportunities to acquire practical skills.

In response to this situation, our company has developed the educational platform "GAKUSEE MI" to provide practical semiconductor education from the high school level. To meet the semiconductor education needs of the "N-E.X.T. High School Concept," which will be fully launched this spring, we will officially commence provision from April 2026.

(※2) For reference: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Kanto Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry "Initiatives for Human Resource Development and Acquisition in the Semiconductor Field"

Three Features of "GAKUSEE MI"

・ Full-scale design practice using EDA tools

The platform is equipped with an EDA tool environment actually used in business, allowing for practical circuit design experience. A curriculum designed for high school students to learn step-by-step is provided, enabling them to acquire the foundational skills necessary to become future design engineers.

・ Acquisition of operational skills through video learning

The platform offers video content that explains how to operate the EDA tools step-by-step. Students can learn at their own pace, repeating the content as needed, to improve their skills.

・ Portfolio function to visualize learning outcomes

Learning history and design work are automatically saved on the platform, visualizing progress and achievement levels. These are accumulated as tangible records that can be utilized for career guidance and job hunting.

Expected Effects

For Students

・Increased interest and engagement in the semiconductor field from 20% to 82%

・Formation of specific career visions, such as "I want to become a circuit design engineer"

・Acquisition of practical skills that are immediately useful upon entering university or higher technical colleges

・Obtaining a concrete portfolio that can be presented during job hunting

※For reference: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology "Initiatives for Semiconductor Human Resource Development in National Colleges of Technology" P8 (May 14, 2024)

For Educational Institutions

・Increased enrollment in science and engineering fields and enhanced career guidance

・Strengthening of industry-academia and corporate collaboration

・Contribution to the regional semiconductor talent development ecosystem

For Industry

・Qualitative shift from "inexperienced individuals" to "candidates ready for immediate contribution"

・Significant reduction in post-hire training costs

・Decreased turnover rate due to an increase in applicants with a deep understanding of the industry

・Improved hiring efficiency based on concrete skill evaluations

Future Outlook

Moving forward, we will construct curricula in collaboration with national colleges of technology and universities nationwide, continuously update educational materials in line with the latest technological trends, and expand our content.

Furthermore, through collaboration with regional semiconductor consortia, we will work to support talent development on a regional scale, and in the future, we are considering expanding the semiconductor education platform to the Asian region, aiming for around 2027 onwards.

Special Seminar Announcement

To commemorate the launch of "GAKUSEE MI," a special introductory seminar will be held as follows.

Seminar Title

N-E.X.T. High School Concept Support

Practical Inquiry-Based Education Platform Utilizing Semiconductors and Generative AI

GAKUSEE MI Special Introductory Seminar

Date: Monday, April 6, 2026, 15:00 - 15:50

Format: Online (Zoom Webinar)

Fee: Free (Pre-registration required)

Application URL: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2nLhTd-fSv2hpc6b8nAF-Q

Seminar Content

In promoting the N-E.X.T. High School Concept, are you facing challenges such as:

・ Inquiry-based activities ending as mere research assignments

・ Difficulty in designing industry connections

・ Increased burden on teachers

・ Lack of reproducible program examples

This seminar will address these on-site issues and introduce concrete approaches for balancing system compliance with practical implementation.

Program

・ Explanation of key utilization points for "GAKUSEE MI" in the N-E.X.T. High School Concept

・ Overview of the "GAKUSEE MI" service

・ Special Demo (Exclusive for this seminar)

Recommended for

・Representatives from prefectural boards of education

*Especially essential for those in charge of Type 1 and Type 2 initiatives.

・High school and university teachers and related personnel

・Individuals interested in semiconductor and AI talent development

Contact Information

Kimura Information Technology Inc., Innovation Headquarters, Attn: Takeda Phone: 0952-97-6100 e-Mail: takeda.hayato@k-idea.jp

▼Educational institutions and stakeholders interested in semiconductor education, please inquire via the form below:

https://www.k-idea.jp/contact/dxschool/

About Kimura Information Technology Inc.

・ AI (machine learning/deep learning/generative AI) research and development, consulting

・ Web seminar operation, live streaming, recording, and content production: 3eLive, BizLive

・ Metaverse event planning and operation, space construction: KIMULAND+

・ Cloud service and event operation for academic societies: KIT-ON

・ School payment agency service: School PAY

・ Writing, training, and consulting for the pharmaceutical industry

・ Operation of smart DI rooms for pharmacists: AI-PHARMA

・ Esports event planning and operation

・ Real-time translation tool [Real Time Translator] agency sales

・ Automatic presentation creation tool PresenMaker

・ Various other solution provisions and platform operations

Head Office: 6-1 Oroshi-honmachi, Saga City, Saga Prefecture, 849-0933

Branches: Sapporo, Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka

Representative: Takao Kimura, Representative Director

Established: July 29, 2005

URL: https://www.k-idea.jp/

Keywords: GAKUSEE MI, Semiconductor, Semiconductor Education, Education Platform, N-E.X.T. High School Concept, EDA Tool, Kimura Information Technology

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