Kawaijuku Manabiis Todai Special Center Announces Summer Special Open Classes! Top Instructors from Video Lectures to Deliver In-Person Lessons

Kawaijuku Manabiis Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Takashi Iizuka) announces that its 'Kawaijuku Manabiis Todai Special Center' will host 'Summer Special Open Classes' from July to August 2026 for high school students in grades 1 and 2 aiming to enter the University of Tokyo.

University of Tokyo entrance exams have become increasingly difficult since 2020. The 2026 exam, in particular, was notably challenging due to significant increases in difficulty in English and science mathematics. Detailed analysis by Kawaijuku reveals that the recent trend toward more difficult exams stems from a growing emphasis on higher-level logical thinking skills—both in the exam questions themselves and in the scoring of answers.

To address the growing importance of 'logical thinking skills,' top instructors from the video lecture program at Kawaijuku Manabiis Todai Special Center will deliver special in-person classes for high school students in grades 1 and 2 who are preparing for the University of Tokyo.

This is an excellent opportunity to understand what it truly takes to succeed in the University of Tokyo entrance exam. We hope your media outlet will widely cover this valuable initiative.

Overview of Kawaijuku Manabiis Todai Special Center 'Summer Special Open Classes'

・ Dates: July 19 (Sun) – August 29 (Sat)

※ For details, please refer to the 'Class Schedule and Instructors' section below

・ Target Audience: High school students in grades 1 and 2 aiming for the University of Tokyo

・ Venue: Kawaijuku Manabiis Todai Special Center (14th Floor, Shinjuku El Tower)

・ Format: In-person

・ Participation Fee: Free

・ Application Method: Please apply via the official website of 'Kawaijuku Manabiis Todai Special Center'

▶ https://www.manavis.com/todaisenmon/

・ Application Deadline: 23:59 the day before each session

< Class Schedule and Instructors >

Mathematics: Imihiko Karibe

Mathematics: July 19 (Sun) 13:00–14:30

Instructor: Imihiko Karibe

Primarily teaches top-level courses. Also an expert in University of Tokyo mathematics at Kawaijuku Hongō Campus (specialized for Tokyo University prep), where he teaches Hyper Science Mathematics and Hyper Liberal Arts Mathematics. Highly trusted for his ability to break down difficult problems and ground them in fundamentals, building solid mathematical skills. Serves as chief writer for the Tokyo University of Science Science Division Open Exam and contributes to textbook development.

Physics: Masahiro Inui

Physics: July 24 (Fri) 18:00–19:30

Instructor: Masahiro Inui

Teaches high-level to top-level courses. Member of the development team for the Zentō Common Test Practice Exam (Physics) and Zentō Common Test Grade 2 Practice Exam (Physics), and chief for the Zentō Pre-Common Test (Physics), giving him detailed insight into students’ performance nationwide. His classes are praised for developing thinking and writing skills that lead to high scores on actual exams and for teaching authentic physics applicable beyond university.

Classical Japanese: Sora Fujisawa

Classical Japanese: July 26 (Sun) 16:00–17:30

Instructor: Sora Fujisawa

Teaches a wide range of levels, including courses for Tokyo University and Keio/Waseda University aspirants, and contributes to textbook development for Tokyo University-level classes. Highly praised for making classical Japanese enjoyable and easy to understand, especially for students who find it boring due to heavy grammar focus or younger students.

Chemistry: Daisuke Terada

Chemistry: August 8 (Sat) 16:00–17:30

Instructor: Daisuke Terada

Teaches high-level to most difficult-level courses. Emphasizes deep understanding of principles and conveys the fundamental thinking of chemistry, cultivating true problem-solving ability. As chief of the Zentō Descriptive Practice Exam, he closely monitors student performance nationwide and contributes to the Tokyo University Open Exam question writing. Also supervises numerous textbooks for Kawaijuku’s high school Green Course and university entrance departments.

Modern Japanese: Tomoko Kikukawa

Modern Japanese: August 29 (Sat) 14:00–15:30

Instructor: Tomoko Kikukawa

Primarily teaches difficult university-level courses such as Tokyo University and Keio/Waseda University classes, and contributes to multiple textbook and practice exam developments. Her classes are highly praised for their clear and gentle explanations, making even complex exam passages easy to understand.

World History: Shinichi Sakamoto

World History: August 29 (Sat) 17:00–18:30

Instructor: Shinichi Sakamoto

Teaches at campuses across the Tokyo metropolitan area, including MEPLO Hongō Classroom, covering a wide range of courses from Tokyo University to Keio/Waseda University. At Manabiis, he teaches 'Tokyo University World History' and 'Integrated History / World History Inquiry (High-Level).' His lectures, which clearly connect fundamentals to advanced content, are highly supported by many students.

{ About Kawaijuku Manabiis Todai Special Center }

Opened in February 2026 as a specialized campus dedicated to students aiming for admission to the University of Tokyo, combining Kawaijuku Group’s exam analysis expertise with Manabiis’ video lecture system. Features include 'video lectures' by top Kawaijuku instructors, small-group 'exercise seminars' led by University of Tokyo student trainers, and individually optimized learning strategies based on Kawaijuku’s exam analysis.

Kawaijuku Manabiis Todai Special Center Shinjuku Campus

Eligible Grades: Junior high school grade 1 to high school grade 3 (admission available for all grades)

1-6-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 14th Floor Shinjuku El Tower (3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station West Exit)

Admission Information Sessions and 2-Week Free Trial Enrollment Now Open

Inquiries and Website ▶ https://tinyurl.com/todai-senmon

Kawaijuku Manabiis Co., Ltd. ▶ https://www.manavis.com/

Under the philosophy of 'Everything for Each Student,' we support current students aiming for top universities through the synergistic effect of high-quality video lectures and advisor guidance.

From Manabiis’ exclusive lineup of over 1,000 video lectures by Kawaijuku instructors, we create personalized study plans tailored to each student’s goals and level, helping them achieve admission to their desired universities.