Call for Participants: Japan–Korea Future Factory Forum 2026 in Tokyo
2026.05.25
The Social Impact Promotion Office invites students to participate in the Japan–Korea Future Factory Forum 2026 in Tokyo, a multicultural co-learning program held at the University of Tsukuba Tokyo Campus.
During this five-day, face-to-face program, Japanese and Korean students will work in multicultural teams to explore global challenges and develop innovative social business ideas and policy proposals by drawing on the knowledge, experiences, and resources of both countries.
This year’s theme is “Designing the Future Society with Our Ideas: Addressing the Challenges of an Aging Society with a Declining Birthrate.” Through this program, participants will strengthen their problem-identification and problem-solving skills, intercultural communication skills, and teamwork abilities while gaining valuable experience for their future career development.
We warmly encourage you to apply!
Application & Program Details
For more information and the application form, please visit:
https://miraefactory.jp/2026tokyo/
Application Period (First Round):
May 18, 2026 (Mon), 9:00 – June 12, 2026 (Fri), 23:59
If the number of applicants exceeds the capacity, participants will be selected. A second round of applications may be announced if necessary.
Program Schedule
- Orientation: July 24 (Fri), 18:15–19:30
- Pre-Program Training (Online): August 4 (Tue), 18:15–20:00
- On-site Program: August 24 (Mon) – August 28 (Fri)
- Post-Program Session (Online): September 4 (Fri), 18:15–19:30
Venue
- Program Venue: University of Tsukuba Tokyo Campus (Bunkyo Campus) and other locations
- Accommodation: Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel
Participants
- 40 students studying at universities in Japan
- 40 students invited from South Korea
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be undergraduate or master’s students at the University of Tsukuba or another university in Japan.
- Be interested in Japan–Korea exchange, international exchange, and multicultural coexistence.
- Have aspirations to develop a global mindset.
- Be interested in future society design, social business, or policy proposals.
- Be able to communicate in everyday Korean or English (fluency is not required).
Participation Fee
Approximately ¥20,000 (accommodation cost only).
Meals are not provided due to hostel regulations. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to the venue and some local transportation costs during the program.
Contact
International Co-Learning Team
Education Promotion Division, University of Tsukuba
Tel: +81-29-853-5078
E-mail: social.impact.staff[at_mark]un.tsukuba.ac.jp
*Please replace [at_mark] with @ when sending your email.
