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Goka Town, Ibaraki Prefecture Holds 'Smartphone & Cooking Class' for Seniors

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Published Mar 28, 2026 1:04 AM ・ Updated Jun 28, 2026 4:30 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Goka Town hosted a 'Smartphone & Cooking Class' to help seniors improve their digital skills in a fun, practical way.
Participants learned to use smartphones for recipe searches, photo taking, and video viewing while preparing a dish.

Goka Town hosted a 'Smartphone & Cooking Class' to help seniors improve their digital skills in a fun, practical way. Participants learned to use smartphones for recipe searches, photo taking, and video viewing while preparing a dish.

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Published: Mar 28, 2026

On March 24th, Goka Town held a unique workshop at the Goka Fureai Center combining cooking lessons with smartphone instruction. Led by local community revitalization personnel, seniors learned practical skills such as searching for recipes, taking photos of their finished 'colorful inari' sushi, and watching instructional videos on their smartphones. The town plans to continue its 'Anything Smartphone Consultation Room' initiative to bridge the digital divide for all generations.

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FAQ

Why learn smartphone skills through a cooking class?

Using cooking as an engaging entry point allows seniors to naturally overcome their hesitation towards digital technology and learn smartphone functions.

What are the future plans for smartphone support?

The town will continue the 'Anything Smartphone Consultation Room' in fiscal year 2026 to promote smartphone use among seniors.

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