Learning and Playing Week 「【Hypothesis of the future vision for 2050】A future where everyone shines with their unique qualities and lives with a rich and fulfilled heart. From childhood to adulthood, we continuously accumulate a wide range of experiences and learn every day. With the advancement of AI technology, the methods and value of learning are undergoing significant changes. In this panel discussion, we will revisit the essence of learning and explore how we can use it to live vibrant lives while honoring our individuality. We will also consider what learning might look like in 2050.」 （Shape New World Initiative）

【Reservation & Lottery】Yes

【Performers & Organizers Information】
Fumiaki Kishino／The University of Tokyo
Fumiaki Kishino is a neuroscientist specializing in the functional changes that occur in the brain during postnatal development. He studies how the brain undergoes changes through interactions with diverse environments. His goal is to identify an optimal educational system for individuals by uncovering how new experiences are continuously transformed into knowledge.
Takanori Nakagome／Connecting the World Through Dancing
Takanori Nakagome is a professional dancer and the organizer of the dance class "Connecting the World Through Dancing." He won the All Japan Student Dance Championship while studying at the School of Commerce at Waseda University. After working for four years at Benesse, an educational company, he traveled around the world, teaching dance to 10,000 children. He now conducts lectures, workshops, and exchange events through dance, connecting children in Japan and abroad via live streaming. He also runs the YouTube channel "Gome Dance Channel," which has more than 40,000 subscribers.
Sotaro Tsunagi／Owner of TSUNAGU
With a vision of “connecting people and society,” we collaborate with diverse stakeholders—NPOs, companies, and communities—to build teams and fundraise, creating sustainable support systems for social change.
Haruna Mori／Sustainable Arts Creation Organization, Community for Communities, Loudhill
Haruna Mori is a movement artist. She currently serves as the Representative Director of the General Incorporated Association "Sustainable Arts Creation Organization" and as the Director of "Community for Communities." She is also involved in Loudhill, a project based in Shizuoka that creates stage performances to promote the area. Haruna has been engaged in expressive activities since childhood, which led her to question the ecosystem of the art and entertainment industries. She works to connect art with social issues through research in art management and cultural economics, stage performances involving people with disabilities and children, and the production of art projects that emphasize diversity.
Marin Matsuda／BizScribble Inc., Professional University of Information and Management for Innovation
Marin Matsuda is a graphic recorder specializing in facilitation. She is the CEO of BizScribble Inc. and a visiting associate professor at the Professional University of Information and Management for Innovation. Drawing on her experience as a note-taker for students with hearing impairments, Marin has introduced graphic recording in a variety of settings, from live TV broadcasts to conferences for large corporations and government agencies. Having grown up in poverty and lived with an autoimmune disease, she is deeply aware of the social issues affecting vulnerable groups. Marin strives to create spaces where people can "visualize their options."
Yuma Tokunaga／EdFuture
Yuma Tokunaga is the Design Lead for the High School Study Abroad Program and Public Relations Manager at NPO EdFuture, an organization dedicated to providing young people with diverse choices for the future. Motivated by his own experience studying abroad in Canada during high school, Yuma is passionate about offering a variety of opportunities to young people. After working as a kindergarten staff member in Osaka for two years, he has been designing affordable study abroad programs for high school students at EdFuture since 2022, with a particular focus on opportunities in Ireland last year.
Shinya Hiraoka／Founder and CEO of Stapia Co., Ltd.
Born in Kyoto City in 1993. Graduated from the College of Information Science and Engineering at Ritsumeikan University and holds a Master of Education from the High Tech High Graduate School of Education. Operates the inquiry-based study abroad program "Global Teacher Program," focusing on education. In collaboration with public schools in the Philippines, Finland, and San Diego, has led over 300 participants.

【Capacity】105 Persons

【How to participate】In-person participation

【Features】
Theme Weeks

【Important notes】

1.Please check the Theme Weeks official website from the Related Information URL. The latest information on programme changes and cancellations will be posted there. Visitors are advised to read this before coming to the venue. 2.‘Times’ and ‘capacity’ are the most up-to-date on the admission ticket reservation system.