High school students experience the fun of science for a day. HORIBA Techno Service holds Summer Open Lab in Tokyo

HORIBA Techno Service Co., Ltd. (Kichijoin Miyano Higashicho 2, Minami-ku, Kyoto, President and CEO Takashi Nagano), which is responsible for the service and analysis business of the HORIBA Group, will hold the "HORIBA Summer Open Lab for High School Students" at its Tokyo office on July 29, 2026 (Wed.) to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the establishment of its advanced equipment-equipped analysis lab, "Analytical Solution Plaza"*1. This event allows participants to actually "measure" the components, structures, and properties of familiar objects using "light" analysis and measurement equipment utilized by companies and research institutions, with themes such as food, environment, and cosmetics. Through interaction with employees engaged in analysis work, participants will learn about the fascination of science and be inspired to consider careers and future paths in science and engineering fields. The program is open to students from the 1st to 3rd year of high school, with a capacity of 30 participants (first-come, first-served basis). Applications will be accepted until July 15, 2026 (Wed.).

In this open lab, participants will be divided into groups to conduct measurements in three genres: "Food & Healthcare," "Global Environment," and "Cosmetics & Accessories." For example, we have prepared science experiments connected to daily life, such as the difference in taste and aroma based on coffee bean particle size, elements contained in beverages, the size of invisible waste from laundry, the environment inferred from fossils, the molecular structure of food packaging, and even the difference in materials of rings that look alike and the identity of gemstones. We want young people to experience that science is not just confined to laboratories but also supports our daily lives and society. Experiments will utilize equipment such as particle size distribution analyzers*2, X-ray fluorescence analyzers*3, and Raman spectrometers*4. A major appeal is the ability to ascertain characteristics and identities that cannot be determined by appearance alone, using analysis and measurement equipment. This program is ideal for high school students who like science but have a vague idea about their future career paths, or who wonder what kind of work is involved in research and analysis. Not only will they experience the fun of science, but through interaction with employees working on the front lines, they will also have an opportunity to consider science-related careers and future paths.

The HORIBA Group has contributed to solving social issues for many years through its unique analysis and measurement technologies. This open lab opens up those technologies to high school students, providing an opportunity not only to "learn" about science but also to "experience" it. Delivering an interest in science and technology and hints for career choices to the young generation who will lead the future is also a first step towards nurturing next-generation human resources.

The event flyer can be viewed here.

[Event Overview]

Event Name: Analytical Solution Plaza 10th Anniversary Event "HORIBA Summer Open Lab for High School Students"

Date and Time: July 29, 2026 (Wed.) 13:00-17:00 (Reception starts at 12:30)

Venue: HORIBA Group Tokyo Office Kanda-Awajicho 2-chome Building, 6F, 2-6 Kanda-Awajicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0063

Target Audience: 1st to 3rd year high school students

Capacity: 30 people (first-come, first-served basis) *Minimum number of participants: 10

Application Deadline: July 15, 2026 (Wed.)

Application Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/8nSG8eeLpX?origin=lprLink

(You can also apply via the QR code below)

[Day's Schedule] (Tentative)

13:00- Company introduction, explanation of experiments and equipment

13:40- Measurement experience with actual equipment

15:40- Summary of activities, interaction with lab members

17:00 End

[Access]

Accessible within a 3-7 minute walk from the following nearest stations.

3-minute walk from Exit A3/A5 of Awajicho Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line) and Ogawacho Station (Toei Shinjuku Line) 5-minute walk from Exit B2 of Shin-Ochanomizu Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) 6-minute walk from Exit 6 of Kanda Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line) 6-minute walk from Hijiribashi Exit of Ochanomizu Station (JR Chuo Line/Sobu Line) 7-minute walk from Denki-gai Exit of Akihabara Station (JR Yamanote Line/Chuo Line, Tokyo Metro)

*1 Established in 2016, succeeding the former Analysis Center, "Analytical Solution Plaza" provides HORIBA Group's analysis and measurement technologies both internally and externally, with 13 bases in 11 countries and regions worldwide. In a space equipped with HORIBA Group's analytical instruments, we offer product demonstrations, contract analysis, witnessed analysis, open lab services, training, and analysis seminars. *2 Particle size distribution analyzer: A device that measures the size and distribution of particles using the laser diffraction/scattering method. *3 X-ray fluorescence analyzer: A device that determines the type and amount of elements in a sample using the X-ray fluorescence method. *4 Raman spectrometer: A device that analyzes components and molecular structures using the Raman scattering method.

About HORIBA (HORIBA, Ltd. and HORIBA Group)

For over 70 years, HORIBA has developed unique analysis and measurement technologies to meet the evolving needs of customers worldwide. Currently, with group companies and bases in 29 countries and regions*5, we support a wide range of industries and applications to solve global social issues. With our vision "Joy and Fun in Everything We Do" for all life, we contribute to the realization of a safe, secure, and sustainable society where all life can live vibrantly, through diverse solutions that go beyond the framework of analysis and measurement that supports our lives. We are particularly focused on three mega-trend business areas: "Energy & Environment," "Bio & Healthcare," and "Advanced Materials & Semiconductors." For more details, please visit https://www.horiba.co.jp.

*5 As of December 31, 2025