The seminar “The 3rd Bangladesh IT Engineer Summit in Tokyo”, hosted by the Japan Bangladesh IT Association, where Shumpei Nakasone, CEO of SUN Co., Ltd, serves as Vice Chairman, was held on December 12, 2025.

■Event Overview
Date & Time　：　Friday, December 12, 2025, 3:00-6:00 PM

Venue　　　　：　Embassy of Bangladesh in Japan

Organizer　　：　Japan Bangladesh IT Association

■ About the Seminar
This event was not just about presentations on Bangladesh but also provided opportunities for direct interaction. It brought together IT engineers, companies expanding into Bangladesh or considering expansion, and businesses hiring Bangladeshi IT engineers—creating valuable space for networking and relationship-building in the Bangladeshi IT sector.

■ About “Japan Bangladesh IT Association”
The Japan Bangladesh IT Association was established to improve the economic, social, and national life of Bangladesh and Japan through communication between the public and private sectors in both countries. By supporting Japanese companies to expand their business in Bangladesh, we aim to build a high quality IT society in Bangladesh and Japan. As a first project, we are running a project called “Japan Valley” to support companies considering expansion into Bangladesh.

SUN Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Shumpei Nakasone; hereafter “SUN”) held online lessons introducing Japanese language and culture at Sakura Girls’ Secondary School in Tanzania as part of its global Japanese education support initiative.

Across four sessions, many students joined the classes and experienced the Japanese language for the very first time. Working closely with local staff and school officials, the project created a meaningful learning space that bridged countries and cultures.

What Is Sakura Girls’ Secondary School?
Sakura Girls’ Secondary School was established to promote girls’ education in Tanzania.
The school is funded through the Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects(Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan), the JICA Partnership Program (JPP), as well as donations from companies and individuals.

Its operations are jointly run by the Japan-based Group Kilimanjaro Inc. and the local NGO Sakura Vision Tanzania, both of which are dedicated to improving educational environments and expanding learning opportunities for female students.

Project Overview

■ Program Details
・Total of four sessions
・Participants: Students of Sakura Girls’ Secondary School, Tanzania
・Lesson format: Online (Japan–Tanzania)

■ Lesson Topics
・Basic Japanese expressions
・Trends and youth culture in Japan
・Hands-on cultural activities and more

■ Project Highlights
・Sharing Japanese culture and current youth trends through online sessions
・Working closely with local Japanese staff and the school principal
・Curriculum designed to combine language + cultural experience
・Classes conducted in English, with teaching support from Do College

Voices From Tanzania

Local Supporters
・“It was wonderful to see students enjoying the online lessons while learning popular Japanese youth slang and poses. It gave them a new perspective on the diversity of the Japanese language.”
・”We hope to keep spreading Japanese language and culture, working together with both high schools and universities.”

They noted how engaged the students were and expressed hopes that the cultural exchange will continue to grow.

School Principal
・Reason for introducing the program: To offer students an opportunity to learn an international language and deepen ties with Japan, with an eye toward future study abroad or exchange programs.
・Impression of the classes: Students understood the content and participated enthusiastically.
・Student Reactions: The students actively participated in the lessons, and their interest in Japan grew.
・Future plans: To strengthen ties with Japan through ongoing online lessons and two-way educational and cultural exchange programs.

Students
■ Before the lessons:
・“I knew about Japan from movies and novels.”
・My impression of Japan was that it was the country where the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima and many people lost their lives.
■ After the lessons:
・“I learned that Japan is technologically advanced and that the economy continues to develop every day.”
・“It was fun to learn about Japanese youth culture, especially the popular poses.”

The classes sparked curiosity about Japanese school life, traditional culture, sports, everyday expressions, and much more.

SUN’s Next Steps
Inspired by this initiative, SUN aims to create more opportunities for future international students and workers to learn about Japanese culture and strengthen their language skills before coming to Japan—helping society move toward a more inclusive and multicultural future.

This initiative demonstrated the powerful potential of connecting learning across borders through online education.

We welcome collaboration with educational institutions and organizations. If you are considering introducing Japanese-language classes, please feel free to contact us.

Japanese-Language Education Services

▶Digital Learning Platform for Japanese Language Beginners: KURASHI STUDY for Beginners

An online platform for learning hiragana, katakana, basic kanji, and grammar in a game-like format. It includes a progress-tracking system, making it suitable for schools and organizations.

▶ Online Japanese Learning Service for Foreign Employees: HANASU PLUS
A Japanese learning service focused on speaking skills. Online lessons and a companion app help learners build everyday conversation, improve expressive ability, and strengthen workplace communication and trust.

▶ Japanese language Learning App: KURASHI STUDY
A Japanese-learning app that teaches grammar, vocabulary, expressions, and pronunciation through a 96-episode story. Supports online lessons and JLPT prep.

A new digital learning platform for Japanese-language beginners, “KURASHI STUDY for Beginners,” has been released and was recently featured in the media.

Published：
October 15, 2025

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New Release: “KURASHI STUDY for Beginners” — Digital Learning Platform for Japanese Language Beginners

Official Website：
KURASHI STUDY for Beginners

―Supporting Japanese Learning for Non-Native Students in Schools

SUN Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Shumpei Nakasone; hereafter “SUN”) is pleased to announce the launch of “KURASHI STUDY for Beginners” a new digital learning platform designed for Japanese-language beginners, available from October 10, 2025 (Friday).

Growing Number of Students from Multicultural Backgrounds and the Challenges They Face

The number of schoolchildren with multicultural backgrounds in Japan continues to rise. According to a 2023 survey by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), approximately 69,123 students were identified as needing Japanese language instruction, an 18.6% increase from the previous survey.

However, many teachers report that even after completing around 160 hours of initial Japanese instruction (through basic training or supplementary classes), some students still struggle with vocabulary, grammar, and literacy skills. This often leads to difficulty understanding lessons, declining motivation, and hesitation to ask questions—creating ongoing challenges for educators.

In response, SUN developed this new digital learning platform with the aim of helping students build foundational Japanese skills anytime and anywhere—beyond what classroom lessons alone can provide. The platform can be used widely in educational settings, such as for homework during school vacations, self-study or moral education periods, and as supplementary content for students from multicultural backgrounds.

Key Features of “KURASHI STUDY for Beginners”　　　　　　

▶ Learn to write and pronounce hiragana and katakana
Step-by-step lessons guide learners through stroke order and pronunciation, supporting accurate character acquisition.

▶ Extensive coverage of basic kanji
Includes a wide range of kanji taught in Japanese elementary schools.
As of July 2025, covers Grades 1–6 level kanji.

▶ Comprehensive N5–N4 level grammar exercises
Covers essential grammar used in daily life and school subjects through repeated practice, enhancing lesson comprehension.

▶Game-like design for enjoyable learnin

Features 6 levels, 204 stages, and a total of 4,080 questions, allowing students to study continuously with a sense of progress and achievement.
　　　　　　

▶Progress-tracking system for teachers and administrators

Enables real-time monitoring of each student’s learning progress, making it easier to assign homework and provide targeted guidance.

Addressing Key Educational Needs

　▶Reduces teachers’ workload in preparing homework and tests
　▶Makes effective use of distributed tablet devices
　▶Provides learning opportunities for students and families from multicultural backgrounds
　▶Helps newly arrived students start learning Japanese with confidence

Useful in a Variety of Learning Settings

　▶During class: As supplementary material to support lesson comprehension
　▶Self-study or moral education time: Enables self-paced learning
　▶During long vacations: Usable as homework or review material
　▶Expected outcomes: Improved mastery of hiragana and katakana, greater efficiency in kanji learning, and enhanced motivation for Japanese study.

Teachers at adopting schools have shared positive feedback, such as:
“Many students who arrive in Japan at high school age lack foundational kanji knowledge at the compulsory education level. This tool will be extremely helpful.”  “It’s great that students can use it even outside dedicated Japanese instruction hours.”

Case Studies

　▶Elementary School, Tokyo (Ward-run)
　　Utilized for developing home-study habits and as a supplementary material in Japanese language instruction.

　▶Fukui High School, Osaka
　　Used to help students build study habits during school vacations and to review compulsory-education-level kanji.

Other Japanese-Language Education Services

　・Japanese Learning App: KURASHI STUDY
　　Now available in 20 countries worldwide, with a total of 190,000 downloads as of July 2024.

　・Online Japanese Learning Service for Foreign Employees: HANASU PLUS
　　Features a conversation-focused curriculum designed to help build trust and communication in the workplace.

New content—“New Discoveries,” a feature on Sado Island, and “Explore Japanese Culture,” a series on Japanese culture—has been added to ANABA JAPAN, a regional tourism website for international visitors to Japan, and was recently featured in the media.

Published：
September 30, 2025

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佐渡の魅力と日本文化を世界へ　観光情報サイト「ANABA JAPAN」に新コンテンツ追加

Official Website「ANABA JAPAN」：
https://anaba-japan.net/

SUN Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Shumpei Nakasone) has released new content on its inbound tourism and etiquette information website ANABA JAPAN (https://anaba-japan.net/en/). The new sections are “New Discoveries,” which debuts with a spotlight on Sado Island, and “Explore Japanese Culture,” which introduces traditions such as sake, castles, hot springs, and matcha in an easy-to-understand way.

With these additions, ANABA JAPAN further strengthens its information for international visitors and provides new opportunities to discover the depth and diversity of Japan’s appeal.

About ANABA JAPAN

Launched in December 2024, ANABA JAPAN is a multilingual travel website designed for international visitors to Japan. The website highlights lesser-known regions and attractions across the country, uncovering unique local experiences that are not yet widely recognized abroad.

Currently featuring about 100 articles, ANABA JAPAN covers not only sightseeing spots but also travel etiquette and useful tips, helping visitors prepare before their trip. Content is available in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. The website especially targets repeat visitors and travelers seeking a deeper connection with Japan, offering ideas for journeys that go beyond the typical tourist routes.

About the New Content
New Discoveries:

The new New Discoveries section launches with a spotlight on Sado Island, Japan’s largest remote island. It introduces the island’s rich appeal through seasonal scenery, the historic gold mine, Noh theater, taiko drumming, and unique local experiences. The aim is to inspire international travelers to add Sado to their itineraries and encourage more overseas visits to the island.

Explore Japanese Culture:

The Explore Japanese Culture section presents Japan’s traditional culture in an accessible way for global readers. Topics include sake, castles, hot springs, and matcha, with articles that explain cultural background as well as practical travel tips. For example, the hot spring feature covers Japan’s hot spring therapy tradition, how to choose a hot spring by water quality and benefits, and how to enjoy onsen towns. By reading in advance, travelers can better understand the traditions they will encounter and enjoy more meaningful, memorable experiences in Japan.

Current Situation and Potential of Sado Tourism

While Sado is well known within Japan, overseas visitors remain limited. In 2024, around 280,000 tourists visited Sado, but most were domestic travelers. Only about 6,000 came from overseas.

However, inbound arrivals between January and May 2025 reached 2,515—a 132.1% increase compared to the same period the previous year—signaling strong growth potential. ANABA JAPAN aims to address this gap by sharing Sado’s rich tourism resources worldwide in multiple languages, contributing to sustainable growth in visitor numbers.

New Sado Base Opened in July 2025: Sado Labo

In July 2025, we opened a new base, Sado Labo, in Sado City. By establishing roots locally, we can share authentic tourism information directly from the island. We also aim to contribute to the community’s future through recruitment and talent development initiatives.

Comment from the CEO
Shumpei Nakasone, President & CEO of SUN Co., Ltd., commented:

“Our mission is to share Japan’s appeal with the world from Sado and enrich the journeys of those who visit. This is not just about promoting tourism—it is an important initiative to nurture the future of the region.
We want to share Sado’s nature, culture, and the warmth of its people with audiences worldwide, while expanding the pride and possibilities of those who live here. Tourism creates encounters, and those encounters create the future. We will continue to challenge ourselves to serve as that bridge.”

Future Outlook
Through sharing tourism information, SUN Co., Ltd. will create more opportunities for overseas travelers to engage deeply with Japanese culture and regional attractions, enhancing the value of their journeys. At the same time, we will contribute to revitalizing local communities across Japan, including Sado, and promote sustainable tourism and regional development.

Related Links

• ANABA JAPAN: https://anaba-japan.net/en/
• Announcement of Sado Labo Opening:https://www.sun21.co.jp/en/news/sado_labo/

An article about the opening of SUN’s new branch office, “Sado Labo,” was published both in the print edition of Niigata Nippo and online in Niigata Nippo Digital Plus.

The article highlights our efforts to strengthen community-based tourism information that showcases the charms of Sado to international visitors, while also actively recruiting recent high school graduates. Through these initiatives, SUN is introduced as a company committed to developing IT talent and expanding local employment opportunities within Sado City.

Read the full article(Japanese)
「佐渡Ｌａｂｏ」で観光の“穴場”発信！インバウンド向け情報サイト運営ＳＵＮ（東京）、佐渡市真野新町に支社開設 | 新潟日報デジタルプラス

Published：
August 13, 2025

On July 4, 2025, Nakasone, President & CEO of SUN Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo),  gave a career seminar for 103 first-year students at Sado Comprehensive High School in Sado City, Niigata Prefecture.

Under the theme “Who Decides What’s ‘Normal’? The Future Starts by Questioning It,” Nakasone, drawing on his experience as an IT company leader and his diverse international background, spoke about the differences in what’s considered “normal” in Japan and abroad, and the importance of flexible thinking in a rapidly changing world.

The session included interactive quizzes, engaging stories from New York, and hands-on activities with generative AI like ChatGPT, giving students a chance to experience the technology firsthand.

Students shared feedback such as “I’m more interested in AI now” and “It was fascinating to see answers only AI could give,” showing their growing curiosity about AI.

SUN will continue creating opportunities for young people to explore IT careers and develop a global perspective.

■ Event Overview

Seminar Title: Who Decides What’s ‘Normal’? The Future Begins by Questioning It

School: Niigata Prefectural Sado Comprehensive High School (Sado City)

Participants: 130 first-year students

Date: July 4, 2025 (Friday), 1:20 PM – 3:10 PM

Speaker: Nakasone, President & CEO, SUN Co., Ltd.

■ Highlights from the Day
Using slides with interactive quizzes and relatable, real-world examples, the seminar explored differences between what’s considered “normal” in Japan and other parts of the world. Students also took part in group workshops, where they worked hands-on with generative AI (ChatGPT) to consider the potential of this emerging technology.

■ Promoting Tourism and Employment in Sado Through IT
In July 2025, SUN established a new branch office, Sado Labo, in Sado City, Niigata Prefecture, as part of its efforts to strengthen its tourism business and support regional revitalization.

Through its inbound tourism information website, ANABA JAPAN, the company shares the charm of regional destinations such as Sado City with audiences in Japan and abroad. By actively hiring local writers and engineers in Sado City, SUN is also committed to fostering local talent and creating new job opportunities.

Through these community-based initiatives combining IT and tourism, the company aims to help build a sustainable future for the region.

■ About SUN Co., Ltd
https://www.sun21.co.jp/en/
We are an IT company that operates a system integration business and a foreign resident support business under the corporate philosophy “To become a globally-renowned company based on our mission ‘connect people with people.’“ We actively hire globally, and by connecting people, we create new value and deliver innovation to the world.

SUN Co., Ltd (Head office: Minato-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Shumpei Nakasone, hereafter SUN) held the “SUN Kodomo-Shokudou” (Children’s Cafeteria) on June 7（Saturday）, 2025.

SUN, which upholds the corporate philosophy of “connect people with people,” supports the mission of the Kodomo-Shokudou(children’s cafeteria) as a hub for community exchange. They regularly host the “SUN Kodomo-Shokudou” at their head office in Minato Ward, Tokyo. This initiative provides a space where local parents and children can gather casually, enjoy meals together, and experience diverse cultures while learning about the world through activities unique to a global company. The SUN Kodomo-Shokudou is a member of the “Minato-ku Children’s Cafeteria Network,” established by Minato-ku.

■ June 7 (Saturday) – Highlights from the ”SUN Kodomo Shokudou”
On the day of the event, we enjoyed savory and sweet crepes while playing games and drawing pictures with the children who attended. Surrounded by the sweet aroma of the crepes, conversations naturally flowed, and laughter filled the air, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere.

■Outline
Name: SUN Children’s Cafeteria
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 12:00–14:00
Details: Meal Service (Savory Crepes, Dessert Crepes)
Eligibility: Children over 3 years old to high school students and their parents/guardians
Location: SUN Corporation Head Office (3F Noax Building, 1-16-4 Nishi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo)

 ■Message from SUN Kodomo-Shokudou
We would like to tell the children who will be leading the future that;
The world is created through connections with people.
The world is vast, and it is close to you.

We want children to connect with people through food and learn about a new part of the world through interactions outside of school.
With this in mind, we started the “SUN Kodomo-Shokudou.”

Purpose of the program
・To share meals with children who eat alone and to create a community space where parents can get advice from each other
・Creating Opportunities for Multicultural Coexistence
・Activating Internal Communication and Increasing Motivation through Social Contribution
・Creating a Community across Generations or Regions (to be determined)

For more details, please take a look at the press release below.
https://www.sun21.co.jp/en/news/kodomo-shokudou/

■SUN Co., Ltd
https://www.sun21.co.jp/
We are an IT company that operates a system integration business and a foreign resident support business under the corporate philosophy “To become a globally-renowned company based on our mission ‘connect people with people.’“ We actively hire globally, and by connecting people, we create new value and deliver innovation to the world.

SUN Corporation is pleased to announce the opening a new branch, Sado Labo, in Sado City, Niigata Prefecture, to strengthen local tourism initiatives and support regional economic revitalization.

Based at Sado Labo, we will actively promote human resource development in the IT field. We will offer training and educational opportunities for local youth and those wishing to relocate to the area, encouraging engineer employment. Through these efforts, we aim to foster community-based IT talent and create sustainable employment opportunities.

Sado Labo serves as an information hub aimed at contributing to tourism promotion in Sado City. By operating a media platform sharing locally rooted tourism information, we will widely showcase Sado’s appeal both in Japan and abroad, helping to attract visitors and enhance the region’s brand value.

In particular, in response to the growing demand for inbound tourism in recent years, we will strengthen multilingual information dissemination and content creation for inbound travelers. In cooperation with Sado City, we will work to enhance its appeal as an international travel destination.

Leveraging our IT expertise, we will pursue new value creation for the region through the integration of tourism and digital innovation.

■ Purpose of the New Branch
・Establish a tourism information hub for Sado City
・Strengthen inbound tourism content and visitor attraction
・Foster local IT talent and engineer employment
・Create regional job opportunities in collaboration with Sado City
・Promote digital business initiatives contributing to regional revitalization

■ Branch Overview
・Name: Sado Labo

・Location:Manoshinmachi Incubation Center　293 Manoshinmachi, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture

・Opening Date: July 1, 2025 (Tuesday)

■About SUN Co., Ltd
https://www.sun21.co.jp/
We are an IT company that operates a system integration business and a foreign resident support business under the corporate philosophy “To become a globally-renowned company based on our mission ‘connect people with people’. “ We actively hire globally, and by connecting people, create new value and deliver innovation to the world.

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