Nitori Co., Ltd. and Benesse Corporation jointly developed an inquiry-based learning material titled "Thinking about the mechanism of resource circulation ~Learning about corporate efforts for circulation~" for elementary school social studies. This material, focusing on waste reduction and resource conservation, began distribution on April 1, 2026, via Benesse's ICT learning software "Miraiseed" to approximately 10,200 public elementary and junior high schools nationwide, reaching over 3.6 million students. The initiative aligns with Nitori Group's "NITORI Group Green Vision 2050" to promote circular business. A public class and experiential circular learning event were held on March 5, 2026, at Sapporo Shiritsu Yamahana Elementary School, involving 68 students.
Nitori Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Sapporo, Hokkaido) and Benesse Corporation (Headquarters: Okayama, Okayama Prefecture) announced a partnership to develop educational content. The collaboration resulted in an inquiry-based learning material for elementary school social studies, specifically addressing the theme "Where does garbage go?". The material, named "Thinking about the mechanism of resource circulation ~Learning about corporate efforts for circulation~," focuses on Nitori's efforts in circular business, waste reduction, and sustainable product development. It is designed to educate children about environmental issues and inspire action.
The educational material commenced distribution on April 1, 2026, through Benesse's ICT learning software "Miraiseed." This platform is utilized by approximately 10,200 public elementary and junior high schools across Japan, serving over 3.6 million students.
This initiative supports Nitori Group's long-term environmental target, "NITORI Group Green Vision 2050," which emphasizes the promotion of circular business as a core strategy.
Prior to the official distribution, a public class utilizing the new material was conducted on March 5, 2026. This event took place at Sapporo Shiritsu Yamahana Elementary School, in collaboration with Sapporo City, and involved 68 fourth-grade students. The class included a hands-on experience where students disassembled Nitori's "easy-to-separate mattress" to understand resource separation. Additionally, students participated in a towel collection drive to promote textile recycling.
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- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: Partnership, 新規教材/サービス発表, 企業社会責任 (CSR), 環境イニシアティブ, Event
FAQ
What is the main purpose of the partnership between Nitori and Benesse?
The main purpose of the partnership is to jointly develop educational materials for elementary school students, focusing on environmental issues and corporate sustainability efforts.
What specific educational material has been developed through this collaboration?
An inquiry-based learning material for elementary school social studies has been developed, titled 'Thinking about the mechanism of resource circulation ~Learning about corporate efforts for circulation~', which addresses the theme 'Where does garbage go?'.
How many schools will receive this new educational material, and when did distribution begin?
The educational material commenced distribution on April 1, 2026, and is being distributed to approximately 10,200 public elementary and junior high schools across Japan.
What specific corporate efforts by Nitori are highlighted in the educational material?
The educational material highlights Nitori's efforts in circular business, waste reduction, and sustainable product development, aligning with their 'NITORI Group Green Vision 2050'.
Can you describe the public class event that preceded the official distribution of the material?
A public class was conducted on March 5, 2026, at Sapporo Shiritsu Yamahana Elementary School, where 68 fourth-grade students experienced disassembling a Nitori mattress and participated in a towel collection drive to learn about resource separation and textile recycling.