# AI and data science education in Japan

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ai-and-data-science-education-in-japan
> Updated: 2026-09-28T22:07:32.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 3.

Japanese educational institutions and corporations are expanding their curricula to integrate artificial intelligence and data science. Previous milestones include Kwansei Gakuin University’s AI Human Resource Development Program and Benesse Corporation’s ‘Benesse AI Tutor’. 

Recent developments show a deepening focus on practical classroom integration and specialized training. Tokyo Gakugei University has scheduled a public seminar for December 2026 to discuss ‘Research on Classroom Practice Using Generative AI’, covering topics from STEAM education to supporting students with intellectual disabilities. Similarly, Nakano Junior High School, a generative AI pilot school, recently held a research meeting showcasing 22 lesson segments across subjects like mathematics and English to enhance information literacy.

At the university level, Kanto Gakuen University has obtained dual certification from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology for its “Mathematical, Data Science, and AI Program”. This curriculum, available to all students, covers programming in R, Python, and JAVA, alongside big data and IoT. For professionals, the Kanazawa Institute of Technology is recruiting for its “2026 DX Reskilling Education Program”, which focuses on prompt engineering and task automation to improve workplace productivity.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Japanese schools host research sessions on generative AI classroom integration

Japanese schools, including Tokyo Gakugei University and Nakano Junior High School, are hosting seminars and research sessions to demonstrate practical classroom applications of generative AI.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japanese-schools-host-research-sessions-on-generative-ai-classroom-integration

### 2026-09-28: Japanese universities expand data science and AI education programs

Japanese institutions, including Kanto Gakuen University and Kanazawa Institute of Technology, are launching advanced programs in data science, AI, and DX reskilling for students and professionals.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japanese-universities-expand-data-science-and-ai-education-programs

### 2026-09-24: Japanese education entities receive recognition for AI innovation

Japanese education entities are gaining recognition for AI innovation, with Kwansei Gakuin University winning a Grand Prize for its AI training program and Benesse Corporation becoming a Global EdTech Prize top

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japanese-education-entities-receive-recognition-for-ai-innovation

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