Craftia Skills Olympics Athletes Conduct Demonstration for 'High School Craftsmanship Contest (Electrical Construction Category)'
On May 9, Craftia Academy held a demonstration of tasks for the 26th National High School Craftsmanship Contest (Electrical Construction Category). 114 students and teachers from 37 schools in Kyushu and Okinawa participated, watching four Skill Olympics athletes demonstrate construction methods. Held for the 11th time, the event aims to strengthen ties with industrial high schools.
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On May 9, Craftia Academy conducted a demonstration of the tasks for the '26th National High School Craftsmanship Contest (Electrical Construction Category)' for teachers and students from industrial high schools, performed by our company's athletes participating in the Skills Olympics.
In addition to supporting school education, this event aims to strengthen relationships with industrial high schools, expand recruitment activities, and promote the international competition participation of Craftia's Skills Olympics athletes. This is the 11th consecutive year the event has been held.
114 faculty members and students from 37 high schools across Kyushu and Okinawa participated, watching four Craftia Skills Olympics athletes demonstrate the work procedures and construction methods.
■ Highlights of the Day
■ This Year's Task
'Perform electrical wiring on a vertical panel as shown in the construction drawings and conditions, in accordance with the competition rules.'
In response to the above task, the four athletes performed the task skillfully, completing a high-quality piece of work within the 120-minute time limit.
■ Feedback from Participants
- 'There were parts I didn't understand about how to tackle the task, but seeing the demonstration gave me many points to reference.'
- 'It was a great opportunity to see professional techniques up close.'
- 'It was very beneficial to not only see the demonstration but also hear advice on points to be careful of when completing the task.'
■ Athletes (Craftia Skills Olympics Athletes)
Name: Haruki Inada
Joined: 2024
Alma Mater: Nagasaki Prefectural Nagasaki Industrial High School
Representing: Nagasaki Prefecture
Name: Mikuto Sugishima
Joined: 2024
Alma Mater: Fukuoka Institute of Technology Joto High School
Representing: Fukuoka Prefecture
Name: Anna Kawano
Joined: 2025
Alma Mater: Fukuoka Prefectural Fukuoka Industrial High School
Representing: Fukuoka Prefecture
★Our company's first female Skills Olympics athlete★
Name: Masato Kawaguchi
Joined: 2025
Alma Mater: Kumamoto Prefectural Kamoto Commercial & Industrial High School
Representing: Saga Prefecture
These four athletes will compete in the 64th National Skills Competition scheduled to be held at Aichi Sky Expo from December 4th to 7th, 2026.
■ About the High School Craftsmanship Contest
Often called the 'High School Skills Olympics' or 'Manufacturing Koshien,' this contest allows high school students to compete in industrial skills and technologies. It is hosted by the National Association of Principals of Technical High Schools as part of their activities to promote and develop industrial education.
In addition to supporting school education, this event aims to strengthen relationships with industrial high schools, expand recruitment activities, and promote the international competition participation of Craftia's Skills Olympics athletes. This is the 11th consecutive year the event has been held.
114 faculty members and students from 37 high schools across Kyushu and Okinawa participated, watching four Craftia Skills Olympics athletes demonstrate the work procedures and construction methods.
■ Highlights of the Day
■ This Year's Task
'Perform electrical wiring on a vertical panel as shown in the construction drawings and conditions, in accordance with the competition rules.'
In response to the above task, the four athletes performed the task skillfully, completing a high-quality piece of work within the 120-minute time limit.
■ Feedback from Participants
- 'There were parts I didn't understand about how to tackle the task, but seeing the demonstration gave me many points to reference.'
- 'It was a great opportunity to see professional techniques up close.'
- 'It was very beneficial to not only see the demonstration but also hear advice on points to be careful of when completing the task.'
■ Athletes (Craftia Skills Olympics Athletes)
Name: Haruki Inada
Joined: 2024
Alma Mater: Nagasaki Prefectural Nagasaki Industrial High School
Representing: Nagasaki Prefecture
Name: Mikuto Sugishima
Joined: 2024
Alma Mater: Fukuoka Institute of Technology Joto High School
Representing: Fukuoka Prefecture
Name: Anna Kawano
Joined: 2025
Alma Mater: Fukuoka Prefectural Fukuoka Industrial High School
Representing: Fukuoka Prefecture
★Our company's first female Skills Olympics athlete★
Name: Masato Kawaguchi
Joined: 2025
Alma Mater: Kumamoto Prefectural Kamoto Commercial & Industrial High School
Representing: Saga Prefecture
These four athletes will compete in the 64th National Skills Competition scheduled to be held at Aichi Sky Expo from December 4th to 7th, 2026.
■ About the High School Craftsmanship Contest
Often called the 'High School Skills Olympics' or 'Manufacturing Koshien,' this contest allows high school students to compete in industrial skills and technologies. It is hosted by the National Association of Principals of Technical High Schools as part of their activities to promote and develop industrial education.
FAQ
Where was this demonstration held?
It was held at Crafty Academy.
How many times has this event been held?
This is the 11th time it has been held, following the 2025 event.
Which region's high school students participated?
37 high schools from Kyushu and Okinawa, with 114 teachers and students participating.
What is the purpose of the demonstration?
The purpose is to assist school education, strengthen ties with industrial high schools, expand recruitment activities, and promote the participation of WorldSkills competitors in international competitions.
Which competition are the demonstrated WorldSkills competitors planning to participate in?
They are scheduled to participate in the 64th National Skills Olympics, to be held from December 4-7, 2026, at the Aichi International Exhibition Hall.