Kimura Information Technology Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Saga City, Saga Prefecture; President: Takao Kimura) will implement a hands-on (experiential and practical) lecture utilizing the online virtual space platform 'ROBLOX (Roblox)' at Saitama Prefectural Niiya-Yanase High School (located in Niiza City, Saitama Prefecture) in September 2026.

This lecture will be conducted as part of the school’s 'DX High School Project (High School DX Acceleration Initiative)'.

'ROBLOX' is a platform used by approximately 150 million people daily worldwide. In this lecture, Kimura Information Technology will leverage its next-generation IT creator education program 'Creanavi' to deliver a practical, inquiry-based curriculum where students create their own original games using 3D modeling and programming.

Background: The Need for Practical Digital Education in the DX High School Initiative

Under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s 'DX High School (High School DX Acceleration Initiative)', Japanese high schools are rapidly advancing efforts to prioritize education in information technology and mathematics, along with ICT infrastructure development. However, while high-spec PC environments and other infrastructure are being established, the next critical challenge lies in introducing practical educational content that effectively harnesses these tools to foster student autonomy and creativity.

For today’s high school students, digital technology and games are familiar. However, in the coming DX society, what is required is a shift in perspective—from being mere 'consumers' of these technologies to becoming 'creators' who build systems with their own hands.

This initiative aims to realize digital education that systematically teaches the fundamentals of programming and 3D modeling through game development on the global platform 'ROBLOX', cultivating logical thinking and creativity applicable in real-world contexts.

Four Key Features of the Program

Project-Based Learning: Using the Global Platform 'ROBLOX' as a Learning Tool

Students will use 'Roblox Studio', the game development engine of the globally popular 'ROBLOX', to experience digital creation in a near-professional environment. This approach maximizes student interest and engagement throughout the learning process.

Integration of 3D Modeling and Programming: Building Game Worlds Independently

In addition to intuitive 3D modeling for spatial design, students will learn the basics of programming (using the Lua language) to add interactivity to their games. They will experience the joy of seeing their ideas instantly take shape and come to life.

Hands-On Workshop Format: A Design That Encourages Students to 'Learn by Doing'

After group instruction via screen sharing (input), ample individual work time (output) is allocated for each student to operate their PCs and experiment through trial and error. The program is designed to promote active, student-centered, and self-directed learning rather than passive reception.

Presentation and Review Session: Achieving Success Through 'Creation' and 'Objective Evaluation'

In the final session, students will share their original metaverse spaces and games with one another. By incorporating time for instructor feedback (critique), students will learn not only how to create but also the importance of refining their work through others’ perspectives.

Program Overview

Program Name: DX High School Project 'ROBLOX-Based 3D Game Development and Programming Experience Lecture'

Target Audience: Students of Saitama Prefectural Niiya-Yanase High School

Implementation Period: Scheduled for September 2026

Implementation Method: On-site lecture

Equipment Used: PCs, ROBLOX / Roblox Studio

Planning, Operation, and Instruction: Arata Nakamura / Innovation Division, Tokyo Branch, Kimura Information Technology Co., Ltd. Main instructor and operator of 'Creanavi', a YouTube channel for IT and metaverse education targeting youth (13,400 subscribers). He is dedicated to developing and promoting educational content using cutting-edge game engines such as Roblox Studio and UEFN to nurture the next generation of IT creators.

Expected Outcomes

Development of Inquiry-Based Learning Skills: Through a series of engineering processes—3D modeling, programming, testing, and revision—students will cultivate logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Creation of Overwhelming Success Experiences: Through the experience of 'creating a game they once played and having others enjoy it,' students will build confidence in self-expression.

Connection to Next-Generation DX Talent: By engaging with globally recognized creator platforms at the high school level, students’ interest in future digital careers and content creation will be heightened.

Practical IT Education Provided by Kimura Information Technology’s 'Creanavi'

Kimura Information Technology is an IT company engaged in AI application research and development, operation and distribution of web seminars, and metaverse-related businesses. The company considers it one of its social missions to contribute to the development of Japan’s next-generation IT talent by returning the expertise and know-how gained from practical work in these cutting-edge IT fields to the education sector.

The company’s 'Creanavi' service is a self-directed learning package for AI × 3DCG (metaverse) development, designed to support children in transitioning from being 'consumers' of games to 'creators' by using globally popular game platforms such as Roblox and Fortnite (UEFN) as educational tools.

A key feature of this service is its design to allow students to learn autonomously by watching videos, while also offering optional on-site classes or online support by professional instructors as needed. This enables educational institutions to easily introduce practical IT education without needing to secure in-house personnel capable of teaching advanced technologies from scratch.

▼ For more information (Creanavi Official YouTube Channel)

https://www.youtube.com/@creanavi

Comment from the Representative | Arata Nakamura, Innovation Division, Kimura Information Technology Co., Ltd.

In this lecture, we place great importance on allowing students to naturally engage with the fundamentals of programming and 3D modeling through the 'joy of creating games.' We will deliver a curriculum that enables students to experience the joy of creation and develop logical thinking through the process of transforming their own ideas into metaverse spaces, rather than just learning knowledge through lectures.

Future Outlook

The company will expand the insights gained from this program to educational institutions across Japan, including other 'DX High School' designated schools. Through the widespread adoption of practical DX education utilizing advanced technologies like ROBLOX, we aim to contribute to digital talent development in local educational settings.

For inquiries regarding the next-generation IT creator education program 'Creanavi', please contact the person below.

Contact: Arata Nakamura, Innovation Division, Kimura Information Technology Co., Ltd.

E-mail: [email protected]

About Kimura Information Technology Co., Ltd.

Research and development, consulting in AI (machine learning / deep learning / generative AI)

Operation of web seminars, live streaming, recording, and content production: 3eLive, BizLive

Metaverse event planning, operation, and space construction: KIMULAND+

Cloud services and event operations for academic societies: KIT-ON

School payment collection agency service: SchoolPAY

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