Special Certified NPO 321 Project Launches New Social Education Initiative 'Inquiry Classroom for Living in Modern Society' – Call for Participants for First Session

321 Project (headquartered in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City; representative: Masaki Kawamura; hereinafter “321 Project”), a member of StartupSide Kyoto (hereinafter “SSK”)—an incubation facility operated by Tsucrea Co., Ltd. (head office: Chiyoda City, Tokyo; representative director: Hideki Suzuki; hereinafter “Tsucrea”)—is pleased to announce the launch of its new social education and lifelong learning initiative, 'Inquiry Classroom for Living in Modern Society.'

This program is designed as a social and lifelong learning initiative where individuals, based on their interests and values, consider 'what they should learn next' and learn together through dialogue with diverse generations.

The first session, titled 'Inquiry Classroom for Living in Modern Society vol.1 – Workshop to Discover Your 'Desire to Learn',' will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026, in Kyoto City. Applications for the first workshop are now open.

▶︎ Apply here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNVibKikAbgYVOijZLXCqi24DVBThYosvRUQaw1xOzJWKN4g/viewform?usp=dialog

◼ Background for Launching a New Social Education and Lifelong Learning Initiative

In recent years, rapid technological advancements—such as generative AI—and shifts in social structures have significantly transformed our surrounding environment. In such an era, the ability to not only acquire knowledge but also to question various aspects of society and continuously explore answers through inquiry is increasingly essential.

At the same time, even for those who wish to 'start something new' or 'reflect on their future,' opportunities for learning spaces that serve as catalysts, or chances to engage in dialogue with people holding diverse values, remain limited. Opportunities to organize and learn together about one’s values and interests in environments distinct from school or work are also scarce.

In response to these social conditions, 321 Project is launching the 'Inquiry Classroom for Living in Modern Society' as a new social education and lifelong learning initiative.

Through this initiative, we aim to provide a space outside of school and work where diverse generations can learn together through dialogue, offering individuals the opportunity to consider 'what they should learn next.' Furthermore, by incorporating participants’ feedback and ideas into the planning of future workshops, we strive to co-create and nurture a sustainable social education and lifelong learning space together with the local community.

◼ About the 'Inquiry Classroom for Living in Modern Society'

This initiative is not a lecture-style course that unilaterally imparts knowledge or perspectives. Instead, it is a social education and lifelong learning program that facilitates dialogue and interactive workshops among participants to help them organize their values and interests and discover what they want to learn next.

The first session will focus on the theme 'Discovering Your 'Desire to Learn,' bringing together high school students, university students, and working professionals across generations and backgrounds. Through repeated dialogue, participants will reflect on their values and experiences and consider their future learning paths.

① Discovering Your Learning Path Through 'Dialogue'

Rather than passively acquiring knowledge, this program provides opportunities to organize one’s values and interests through dialogue and workshops, helping participants consider 'what they should learn next.'

② Learning Together Across Generations and Backgrounds

High school students, university students, and working professionals gather beyond the frameworks of school and work, sharing diverse values and experiences while learning from one another. Gaining new perspectives and insights through dialogue with people from different backgrounds is one of the key features of this initiative.

③ Co-Creating a Learning Space with the Community and Society

This initiative is not intended to end with a single workshop. By incorporating participants’ voices and ideas into the development of future workshop themes, we aim to co-create and nurture a continuous social education and lifelong learning space together with the local community and society.

◼ First Workshop Overview

Date and Time: Friday, July 31, 2026, 18:30–21:00 (Registration opens at 18:10)

Venue: StartupSide Kyoto

Target Audience: High school students, university students, and working professionals

Capacity: Up to 10 participants

Participation Fee: Free

What to Bring: Writing tools, smartphone

▼ Apply here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNVibKikAbgYVOijZLXCqi24DVBThYosvRUQaw1xOzJWKN4g/viewform?usp=dialog

▼ Workshop details here:

https://npo321project-20260731.peatix.com/view

◼ Future Outlook

321 Project plans to continue and expand the 'Inquiry Classroom for Living in Modern Society' as an ongoing social education and lifelong learning initiative.

While valuing each participant’s feedback, we aim to develop themed inquiry classrooms and collaborative programs with diverse generations and local communities, striving to create an environment where continuous learning can take place together with society.

◼ Organization Overview

Organization Name: Special Certified NPO 321 Project

Address: Room 201, 2F, Kikusankai Building, Machizumachi, Nishinotoin-dori Sanjo-agaru, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Representative: Masaki Kawamura

Established: January 2022 (Founded December 2020)

Business Activities: ⚪ Housing, employment, and education support initiatives

⚪ Social education and lifelong learning promotion

⚪ Public relations talent development, etc.

On September 1, 2025, we were officially certified as a 'Special Certified NPO' by Kyoto City (the supervising authority).

About StartupSide Kyoto

StartupSide Kyoto is an incubation facility that supports entrepreneurs by walking alongside them. By enhancing the 'startup quality' tailored to each entrepreneur, we aim to realize meaningful business growth experiences. Community managers and incubation managers provide personalized support to guide each entrepreneur toward success.

Website: https://startupside.jp/kyoto/

About Tsucrea Co., Ltd.

Supporting Startups, Side by Side

Tsucrea supports those who create businesses as a professional startup support service provider, and also supports creators who generate value through its creative production business. Our activities include event planning and consulting for aspiring and established entrepreneurs, developing acceleration programs, and engaging in collaborative ventures, product development, and production with entrepreneurs.

Website: https://tsucrea.com/

Head Office: 4F, Kagaku Kaikan, 1-5 Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda City, Tokyo

Kyoto Office: 2F, Kikusankai Building, 112 Machizumachi, Nishinotoin-dori Sanjo-agaru, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City

Representative: Representative Director Hideki Suzuki

Business Activities: Startup support services, incubation programs, acceleration program development, business production, startup investment, and more

Company Website: https://tsucrea.com/

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