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Tokyo Metropolitan Government AI Lab Launches to Foster Digital and AX Talent!

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Published Jun 13, 2026 2:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:09 AM ・ 8 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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The Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education is launching the "Tokyo Metropolitan Schools AI Lab" project, enabling students to tackle societal challenges using generative AI and other technologies.
This initiative aims to cultivate digital and AX talent through a three-tiered program focusing on AI application development skills and practical problem-solving.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education is launching the "Tokyo Metropolitan Schools AI Lab" project, enabling students to tackle societal challenges using generative AI and other technologies. This initiative aims to cultivate digital and AX talent through a three-tiered program focusing on AI application development skills and practical problem-solving.

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Published: Jun 13, 2026

As generative AI permeates society and the economy at an unprecedented speed, fostering human resources capable of utilizing digital technology is becoming increasingly crucial.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education established a generative AI environment (Metropolitan AI) in all metropolitan schools in May last year, promoting initiatives where students utilize generative AI in their learning.

To elevate the level of this learning, we are launching the "Tokyo Metropolitan Schools AI Lab" project, where students in metropolitan schools will take on challenges to solve societal and regional issues using generative AI and other tools.

1. Positioning of the Initiative

Metropolitan schools will develop human resources for digital transformation (DX) and AI transformation (AX) in a layered manner.

- Tokyo Metropolitan Schools AI Lab: An initiative to create products that solve societal and regional issues using generative AI and other tools.

- Metropolitan AI: An initiative to utilize generative AI, such as gaining new perspectives and ideas through dialogue with it.

2. Overview of the "Tokyo Metropolitan Schools AI Lab"

We will implement a three-stage program tailored to students' skill levels.

[Beginner] App Development Online Program: Learn fundamental AI app development skills through video materials.

[Intermediate] App Development Workshop: Experience AI app development by applying learned skills.

[Advanced] Hackathon Course: Challenge advanced AI app development with the support of mentors.

3. Details of Each Program

[Advanced] Hackathon Course

(1) Schedule (Planned)

- September 2026 to January 2027 Acquire knowledge in design thinking, data science, and AI app development. Consider issues and develop AI applications with mentor support. - Late January 2027 Final presentation, judging, and awards ceremony.

(2) Venue

Details will be announced on the special website.

(3) Target Audience

High school students attending metropolitan schools who aim to tackle advanced problem-solving using digital technology.

(4) Capacity

40 students

(5) Recruitment Period (Planned)

Early July to mid-August 2026

[Intermediate] App Development Workshop

(1) Schedule

[In-person Sessions] (Acquisition of Design Thinking Knowledge) ① Sunday, July 12, 2026, ② Sunday, August 2, 2026 (Acquisition and Development of AI App Knowledge) ① Saturday, July 18, 2026, ② Monday, August 3, 2026, ③ Tuesday, August 4, 2026 [School-based Sessions] Conducted in 8 metropolitan schools with content similar to in-person sessions. Scheduled from September to December 2026.

(2) Venue

[In-person Sessions] Deloitte Tohmatsu Tokyo Office (Planned) [School-based Sessions] Within metropolitan schools.

(3) Target Audience

Junior high and high school students attending metropolitan schools who want to polish their skills from basics to practice and level up.

(4) Capacity

[In-person Sessions] 150 students (30 students x 5 sessions)

(5) Application Start Date

[In-person Sessions] Friday, June 12, 2026

[Beginner] App Development Online Program

(1) Distribution Period (Planned)

July 2026 to March 2027 (Details will be announced on the special website.)

(2) Target Audience

Junior high and high school students attending metropolitan schools who want to take the first step in turning their ideas into reality.

4. Application Method for the [Intermediate] App Development Workshop

Recruitment for the intermediate program "App Development Workshop (In-person Sessions)" begins today.

Participation is open to all junior high and high school students attending metropolitan schools who are interested in app development.

Please apply through the special website below:

https://infoedu.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/AILab/

[Contact Information]

Digital Promotion Division, Planning Department, Bureau of Education Direct Line: 03-5000-7341 Email: S0311403(at)section.metro.tokyo.jp *The email address notation has been changed for spam prevention. Please replace (at) with @ when using the email address.

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Source: PR TIMES
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Organizations: Deloitte Tohmatsu

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FAQ

What kind of students is the "Tokyo Metropolitan Schools AI Lab" for?

It is for junior high and high school students attending metropolitan schools, particularly those interested in using digital technology to solve social issues or develop AI applications.

How can I participate in the program?

Applications for the intermediate program's in-person workshop can be made through the special website. Details and recruitment periods for the beginner and advanced programs will be announced later on the website.

Can I participate even if I have no prior experience in AI app development?

Yes, the beginner program teaches the basics of AI app development, making it suitable for beginners. The intermediate and advanced programs are designed for progressive skill development.

What skills will participants gain from this project?

Participants will acquire basic AI app development skills, knowledge of design thinking and data science, and the ability to tackle practical problem-solving with mentor support.

How will the project's outcomes be evaluated?

The advanced program will conclude with a final presentation, judging, and awards ceremony. Developed products and contributions to problem-solving will be evaluated.

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