<TEACHERS’ HUB 2026> – A Summer Festival for Educators: Teachers’ Hub Returns on August 2, 2026! A Season of Joyful Learning and Renewal for Teachers @ Nitobe Bunka Gakuen, Higashi-Koenji Campus

<TEACHERS’ HUB 2026> – For all educators who believe in the power of education and continue to challenge themselves. Theme: 'Meet, Talk, Weave'

Target Audience: School staff from public, private, and national institutions, education professionals from companies and individuals, as well as press and media for coverage.

Now in its third year, TEACHERS’ HUB continues to grow in participants and fans, and this year’s event is set to be even more powerful! With many sessions having limited capacity, early registration is highly recommended!

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— The Third-Year Challenge —

To all educators who believe in the potential of education and continue to strive forward.

TEACHERS’ HUB returns once again at the start of summer for its third edition.

Over the past two years, this event has become a vibrant 'crossroads' where diverse educators from across Japan gather to share their practices and passions.

This third year, we aim not only for meaningful encounters at this crossroads but also to connect and extend those connections. With this intention, we have chosen the theme 'Meet, Talk, Weave'.

Carrying forward the momentum of our passionate journey so far, this year we will take an even greater step forward.

Theme: 'Meet, Talk, Weave'

In a world of rapid change and shifting social structures,

education is now facing waves of transformation unlike anything seen before.

'In this new era, how should we engage with our students?'

The answer does not lie with any single great leader or keynote speaker.

Instead, the clues to the future must reside within each of us—educators who struggle daily in the field, constantly asking questions.

That is why this year’s TEACHERS’ HUB aims not to be a place where knowledge is 'taught',

but a flat, open space where we 'connect'.

Rather than having one person speak while everyone listens, we encourage participants to gather around topics of interest, share their classroom experiences and struggles, and let ideas blend together.

Let us actively build connections across positions, school types, and career stages, and co-create new educational concepts together.

[You Shape This Day]

Which themes will you discuss? With whom will you deepen your learning?

This event is not simply a place to passively 'receive' a pre-arranged program.

It is a space we create together through your own 'questions' and 'active dialogue'.

Those gathering here are educators who 'believe in the potential of education and continue to challenge themselves alongside peers'.

United by this one and greatest commonality, we come together once again in the same space, facing a changing world and sharing the courage to take our next steps forward.

Now, in this third summer,

the future of education begins to move once more. TEACHERS’ HUB 2026 begins.

Details here

Registration is available here.

What is TEACHERS’ HUB?

TEACHERS’ HUB is a festival for teachers and education professionals to craft their own unique learning experiences through diverse sessions!

Topics are not limited to specific fields, and participants can explore a wide range of educational themes, aiming to collectively update education!

PBL and Inquiry Learning

Teacher Education

Education and Administration

ICT, Generative AI, Digital Citizenship

Diversity and Inclusion

Lesson Design

Additionally, this year we will feature sessions from the practical perspective of Nitobe Bunka Elementary School.

PBL and SEL (Social-Emotional Learning)

Culture of Dialogue

Cultural Diversity and International Understanding

Organizational Development and MBTI

And more

Highlights from last year’s opening session

This year’s theme: 'Meet, Talk, Weave'

Let us, united by our shared belief in the potential of education, co-create new value together.

Date and Time: August 2, 2026 (Sun) 9:30–16:30 (Doors open at 9:00) Capacity: 200 participants Target Audience: School staff from public, private, national, and other institutions; education professionals from companies and individuals Participation Fee: ¥5,000 (includes lunch); student discount: ¥2,500 (both include lunch)

Venue: Nitobe Bunka Gakuen (Higashi-Koenji Campus) Organizer: Nitobe Bunka Gakuen

Four venues will host engaging sessions simultaneously. During registration, please select your preferred session for each time block.

Between sessions and during lunch, enjoy new encounters or take time to reflect individually. Design your own unique day.

* Session selection is on a first-come, first-served basis. Once a session is full, participation is generally not possible. * Theater capacity: approx. 80; Classrooms 1, 2, 3: approx. 40 each. * To manage session attendance, participation from OPENING to CLOSING is generally required. Please refrain from late entry or early departure unless under special circumstances.

[Lunch Information]

Bento lunches will be provided on the day.

We do not use special ingredients, but if you have allergies or dietary concerns, we recommend bringing your own lunch.

Please note that no refunds will be issued for self-brought meals.

Details here

Registration is available here.

Logo symbolizing connection and expansion as a hub for teachers

[TEACHERS’ HUB 2024 Event Report]

Nitobe Bunka Elementary School Official Note

'Want to connect with peers who believe in the potential of education'

Shonen Shashin Shinbunsha Note

Main entrance of the venue: Nitobe Bunka Gakuen, Higashi-Koenji Campus

Nitobe Bunka Gakuen School Corporation

Founded in 1927, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2027

First principal: Dr. Inazo Nitobe

Originally established as the 'Women's School of Economics' to empower women in society.

Now a comprehensive educational institution comprising a children’s school, elementary, junior and senior high schools, junior college, and after-school programs.

The shared vision across the institution is 'Happiness Creator – creating people who bring happiness,' aiming to design 'future schools' with 'inquiry' at its core.

Recent Awards

Good Design Award: Gold Prize

Well-being Award: Gold Prize

Coca-Cola Environmental Education Award: Grand Prize

WORK DESIGN AWARD: Grand Prix

Kids Design Award: Prime Minister’s Award

FSC Award: Gold Prize, among many others

The institution and its students have received numerous awards.

* Announcement 1 * Nitobe Bunka Gakuen is currently recruiting faculty and staff! We will host a recruitment information session on August 6 (Thu) from 16:00 to 17:00!

We are currently hiring teachers from children’s school through junior college, as well as corporate staff. Details will be announced at the following session:

Date and Time: August 6 (Thu) 16:00–17:00 Format: Online (Zoom webinar) * A replay will be available for those who miss it. URL will be sent after registration.

Recruitment Information Session Details here

Look for this banner on the school’s official website

* Announcement 2 * Nitobe Bunka Gakuen is currently crowdfunding to release the documentary film 'The School That Lights Up' around autumn 2027, aiming to spread the concept of 'a school you want to attend on Mondays' across Japan! Full details packed with the spirit of Nitobe Bunka Gakuen