At "KRP Fest 2026," organized by Kyoto Research Park Corporation (President and CEO Mitsuo Asano, hereinafter KRP), "Frozen Town Operation ~ Let's Logically Learn the World's Mysteries with Chemistry x Minecraft!" by Code Adventure Nishi-Oji Station Front School (Operation: TSUKUM LLC) will be held starting July 25, 2026 (Sat).

KRP will hold "KRP Fest 2026" over two days, July 24 (Fri.) and 25 (Sat.). With the themes of "Technology," "Town," and "People," approximately 25 diverse events will be held concurrently, including programs to promote exchange among researchers and engineers from companies and institutions located in the KRP area, events for entrepreneurs and startups, and projects to enjoy art and culture.

About the Held Event In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of chemistry in a fun way using Minecraft. Chemistry is the study of all things being made of tiny particles. Participants will conduct experiments by combining various substances in the world of Minecraft and create new items using chemical reactions. Through this process, they can intuitively understand the properties of matter and the principles of reactions, and cultivate scientific thinking skills. It offers an excellent opportunity to explore the wonders of nature while having fun.

Date and Time

July 25, 2026 (Sat) 11:00 AM / 1:00 PM

Venue

Kyoto Research Park KISTIC 2nd Floor, Gathering Space

https://www.krp.co.jp/access/map.html

Target Audience

Elementary school students and older (3rd grade and up recommended)

How to Participate

Advance registration required

Participation Fee

1,500 yen

Event Details

・Application

https://forms.gle/Eg3dsdBNeRaxLLr7A

*Dates and business hours are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Please understand this in advance.

About the Event Organizer

Code Adventure Nishi-Oji Station Front School (Operation: TSUKUM LLC)

About Kyoto Research Park

Opened in 1989 as the first privately operated science park in Japan. It hosts 510 organizations and 6,000 people, including industry support organizations of Kyoto Prefecture and Kyoto City. In addition to office and lab rentals and conference room rentals, it engages in various activities leading to the creation of new businesses and industries, such as entrepreneurship support, open innovation support, and seminars and networking events. With the brand slogan "Co-creation Here. ~Paving for New Tomorrow~," it contributes to the birth of new businesses that will change the world by providing an attractive stage for exchange and a business environment for those seeking to create innovation worldwide.

"KRP Fest 2026" Overview

Event Period: July 24 (Fri) - 25 (Sat), 2026

Venue: Kyoto Research Park area and online

Organizer: Kyoto Research Park Corporation

Cooperation: Kyoto Center for Industry, Energy and Technology, Kyoto Institute of Technology, Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture, Kyoto Institute of Technology, Kyoto Inventors Association, Kyoto Prototyping Center Co., Ltd., Kyoto Prototyping Net Association, KRI Co., Ltd., Glycotechnology Research Institute Inc., Future Spirits Co., Ltd.

Support: Kinki Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry, Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Kyoto Industrial Association, Kyoto Economic Federation, Kyoto Institute of Knowledge-Based Industry Creation, Consortium of Universities in Kyoto

Details and other event information: "KRP Fest 2026" Special Site https://www.krp.co.jp/krpfes/2026/

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