CANVAS
- 2025.12.04
- [Newsletter] CANVAS Newsletter No. 289 Published
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| ■ The Children’s Museum | |
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Children are artists. At the “Museum Just for Kids,” they freely create using the various materials and tools provided. Every time, the Museum Just for Kids is brimming with children’s enthusiasm to create, giving rise to a variety of creative activities. [Upcoming Dates] Sunday, December 7, 2025; Sunday, January 11, 2026; Sunday, February 1, 2026 |
| ■ Let’s Make a Wobbly Santa @ ITOCHU SDGs STUDIO KIDS PARK | |
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In fiscal year 2025, CANVAS will plan and produce drop-in workshops held throughout the year at ITOCHU SDGs STUDIO KIDS PARK. This December’s workshop is “Let’s Make a Wobbly Santa.”It’s a “gentle” craft activity that parents and children can enjoy together. We’ve infused it with a touch of kindness. Please take this opportunity to visit KIDS PARK! *Advance registration is required to use the ITOCHU SDGs STUDIO KIDS PARK. |
| ■ ARK HILLS KIDS COMMUNITY “GREEN WORKSHOP” 2025 | |
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The GREEN WORKSHOP operates in the lush natural setting of Ark Garden.Jointly supervised by Ms. Akemi Sugii and Ms. Takako Hojo—who tend to the Ark Garden daily—and CANVAS, this program fosters children’s vibrant senses, creativity, and rich sensibilities through activities that involve playing with, learning from, and nurturing nature throughout the four seasons. |
| ■ Learning of Tomorrow | |
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◇ Online Symposium Held during lunch time (12:00 PM – 12:55 PM). “The Future of Learning and AI” Ms. Mochika Nishida, Freelance Journalist [Date] Thursday, December 4, 2025 ———– |
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“The Use of AI in Elementary and Secondary Education: Insights from Practical Applications in English Education” Mr. Norio Nakamura Executive Director (Academic Affairs), Nagasaki University; Director, Nagasaki University Center for Educational Development; Professor, Graduate School of Education, Nagasaki University Ms. Ayako Saito Deloitte Tohmatsu LLC [Date] Wednesday, December 17, 2025 We look forward to your participation. |
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We’ll be sharing the latest updates on Instagram and LINE, so please be sure to follow us. ★CANVAS Official Instagram Account https://www.instagram.com/canvas_2002/ ★CANVAS Official LINE Account |
| – Lectures, Speaking Engagements, and Other Information – | |
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"Nikkei Premier: What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?" by CANVAS Chairwoman Nanako Ishido, published by Nikkei Publishing, is now on sale! >>Details |
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"The Forefront of Online Education in Japan," edited by CANVAS Chair Nanako Ishido, is now on sale! >>Details | |
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“Workshop Collection in Yamaguchi 2025” aired on Yamaguchi Asahi Broadcasting (YAB News) >>Details | |
| 02. CANVAS-Related Blog Updates! |
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★ Nanako Ishido’s blog has been updated! |
| 03. New Event Information! |
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The CANVAS website is packed with information on workshops and events nationwide! |
| Christmas Special: A Cute Little Room to Decorate—" Christmas Dollhouse" https://canvas.ws/ws-info/32816 |
| Christmas Craft Class – Let’s Make a Door Chime That Glows with Three-Color LEDs! https://canvas.ws/ws-info/32835 |
| Let’s Draw the Chinese Zodiac with Ink ~ 2026: The Year of the Horse ~ https://canvas.ws/ws-info/32841 |
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Profile
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Digital Picture Book Author Professor, Keio University; Ph.D. (Policy and Media)
Director, B Lab
Chairperson, Learning of Tomorrow (General Incorporated Association)
Chairperson, CANVASAfter graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, he served as a visiting researcher at the MIT Media Lab before founding the NPO CANVAS and the Learning of Tomorrow Association, a General Incorporated Association, and assuming the role of representative. He serves as an outside director for Matsuya Co., Ltd., Fuji Media Holdings, Inc., and Digital Garage, Inc.
He has served on various government committees, including the Information and Communications Council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as well as the NHK Central Broadcasting Program Council. He also serves as a director of the Digital Signage Consortium, among other roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Policy and Media.
His publications include *Turning On Children’s Creativity!*, *What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?*, *The Forefront of Online Education in Japan: Considering Learning in the Post-COVID Era*,“What Is Programming Education? 45 Questions Parents Want to Know,” and “Declaration on Digital Education.” He has also provided supervision for numerous works, including “Ah, I See! Programming Education for Parents and Children Through Manga.”
