Kobe Gakuin University Students Host Experiential Game 'Chocolat Trade'

Students from Professor Yukie Tsuji's seminar in the Faculty of Economics at Kobe Gakuin University will exhibit at the 'Econova Workshop' held at Mikage Classe to conduct their original experiential fair trade game, 'Chocolat Trade.'

In this workshop, participants will simulate the role of a 'chocolate producer' in a developing country. By thinking through the game about how to sell chocolate and earn sufficient profit, participants—ranging from children to adults—can enjoyably learn about the global challenges hidden behind the chocolate we consume daily and the importance of fair trade.

The teaching material, 'Chocolat Trade,' was uniquely developed by the Tsuji seminar as part of a project supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), and university students will serve as navigators to gently support the participants' learning.

Participants will receive 'Kobe Tea' as a gift.

[Event Overview]

Event Name: Econova Workshop 'Chocolat Trade'

Date: May 31, 2026 (Sunday)

Time: 5 sessions (approx. 45 minutes each)
(1) 10:30~ / (2) 11:30~ / (3) 12:30~ / (4) 13:30~ / (5) 14:30~

Venue: Mikage Classe (3-2-1 Mikage-nakamachi, Higashinada-ku, Kobe)

Participation Fee: Free

Eligible Participants: Anyone (children must be accompanied by a guardian)

Capacity: 9 per session (5 via advance application, 4 via same-day reception)

[How to Apply]

Advance Application (5 per session, lottery system)
Application: Via the 'Application Form.'
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/pHgi5gr5Bn

Notification of Results: Sent via email to all applicants on May 25 (Monday).

Same-day Participation (4 per session, first-come, first-served)
Numbered tickets will be distributed at the venue starting at 10:00 AM on the day of the event.

[Inquiries]
Kobe Gakuin University Social Liaison Group
078-974-6105 (Weekdays 9:30–11:30, 13:00–17:00) Contact: Takiguchi
renkei_info@j.kobegakuin.ac.jp