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High School Students to Envision the Future of Kotohira: Launch of Regional Revitalization Program 'Kagawa Local Tourism Boot Camp'

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Published Jul 16, 2026 8:12 PM ・ Updated Jul 16, 2026 1:13 PM ・ 7 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Setouchi Tourism College, Anabuki Gakuen (located in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, President: Katsumi Yasumura), will host the 'Kagawa Local Tourism Boot Camp' from August 18 to 20, 2026, in Kotohira Town.
This 3-day, 2-night inquiry-based program targets high school students in Kagawa Prefecture, aiming to cultivate local attachment and encourage future settlement through tourism-focused problem-solving learning.

Setouchi Tourism College, Anabuki Gakuen (located in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, President: Katsumi Yasumura), will host the 'Kagawa Local Tourism Boot Camp' from August 18 to 20, 2026, in Kotohira Town. This 3-day, 2-night inquiry-based program targets high school students in Kagawa Prefecture, aiming to cultivate local attachment and encourage future settlement through tourism-focused problem-solving learning.

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Published: Jul 16, 2026

Setouchi Tourism College, Anabuki Gakuen (headquartered in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture; President: Katsumi Yasumura) will host a 3-day, 2-night inquiry-based program titled 'Kagawa Local Tourism Boot Camp' for high school students in Kagawa Prefecture from Tuesday, August 18, to Thursday, August 20, 2026, in Kotohira Town.

Amid growing concerns over youth outmigration from the prefecture, this hands-on program enables high school students to interact with local professionals and university students while developing and proposing new tourism plans that leverage Kotohira Town's tourism resources. The program aims to help students experience firsthand that Kagawa offers meaningful fields for challenge and engagement, fostering local attachment and encouraging future in-prefecture settlement.

This inaugural program in 2026 will allow high school students to freely choose themes through fieldwork in Kotohira Town and lectures by local practitioners. Students will form teams with college students to develop innovative ideas that enhance the town’s appeal and contribute to regional revitalization. On the final day, each team will deliver a presentation, showcasing fresh perspectives and proposals addressing local attractions and challenges. This is a true PBL (Problem-Based Learning) program that guides students through the process of discovering, analyzing, and proposing solutions for regional issues.

On the first day, guests include Fukura P, a member of QuizKnock and native of Kagawa Prefecture, and Ryutaro Ike, Kagawa Prefecture Tourism Community Development Manager and 28th-generation head of Ikedana Hyakusho Iketen Store. They will share their personal journeys and experiences, from high school to the present, highlighting their connections to the region. Additionally, cultural experiences unique to Kotohira—such as the traditional parlor game 'Konpira Funefune' and a backstage tour of Konpira Kabuki theater—will immerse participants in local culture. On the final day, teams will present their proposals to local stakeholders, offering youth-driven perspectives on the town’s future.

Through this program, the college aims to create opportunities for high school students to independently discover the charm and potential of their region, experience the value of learning and challenging themselves locally, and contribute to nurturing future leaders for Kagawa Prefecture in collaboration with local communities, government, and businesses.

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Event Name: Kagawa Local Tourism Boot Camp

Dates: Tuesday, August 18 – Thursday, August 20, 2026 (3 days, 2 nights)

Venue: UDON n a HOTEL Kotohira (Kotohira Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa Prefecture)

Target Audience: High school students residing in Kagawa Prefecture

Capacity: 20 participants (selection by lottery if oversubscribed)

Participation Fee: Free (participants cover transportation and lunch expenses)

Application Deadline: Monday, July 27, 2026, 17:00

How to Apply: Google Form https://forms.gle/4RWTUQw8UMkb2HCy6

(Include name, school, grade, contact information, email address, address, and a 200-character statement of motivation)

University Website: https://web.seto.ac.jp/news/8204/

Cooperation: Kotohira Tourism and Town Development Association (General Incorporated Association)

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FAQ

What is the Kagawa Local Tourism Boot Camp?

A 3-day, 2-night inquiry-based program where high school students create and present tourism plans to revitalize Kotohira Town.

Who can participate?

High school students residing in Kagawa Prefecture. Limited to 20 participants; lottery if oversubscribed.

Is there a participation fee?

Participation is free, but transportation and meal costs are self-funded.

How do I apply?

Apply via Google Form, providing name, school, contact info, and motivation statement.

When and where will the program be held?

From August 18 to 20, 2026, at UDON n a HOTEL Kotohira.

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