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Schools - Explore Japan - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
This page gives basic information on the Japanese education system. The basic school system in Japan is composed of elementary school (lasting six years), middle school (three years), high school (three years), and university (four years).

Zenrin Gakuen - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
Zenrin Gakuen is a very special school. Located near the Seto Inland Sea on the island of Shikoku, Zenrin Gakuen offers an education that draws on the teachings of Shorinji Kempo, a type of martial art.

Keeping Sharp | Science and Technology | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Recently, an increasing number of local governments and private-sector organizations have taken measures to encourage mental exercise as a means of preventing the onset of dementia.

Arithmetic for Adults | Lifestyle | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
For many people, the word math tends to bring back unpleasant memories. Despite this, the number of adults doing math for fun has been on the rise in recent years, and many people are now eagerly snapping up math-related books. Their newfound enthusiasm stems in some cases from a desire to keep their brains in good working order.

Internet High School - Monthly News - Archives - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
This article introduces the only correspondence high school in Japan that enables students to gain both Japanese and American high school diplomas.

Decoding the Blueprint of Life - Monthly News - Archives - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
This article reports on the achievements of Japanese high school students who succeeded in decoding the DNA of the giant salamander.

Tokamachi Elementary School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
The city of Tokamachi in Niigata Prefecture is famous for getting a lot of snow. Every winter almost two meters of snow piles up there. Near the city center lies Tokamachi Elementary School, which is attended by 413 active, snow-loving kids. Let's see how they cope with the harsh winter and enjoy their school life surrounded by snow."> Tokamachi Elementary School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan

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Shinanodai Elementary School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
Introducing Shinanodai Elementary School, a school in Seto City, Japan, that gives special attention to teaching its students about food and local ceramics."> Shinanodai Elementary School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan

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Ohnominami Middle School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
Ohnominami Middle School is situated in a bustling city not far from Tokyo. Some fruit-bearing trees grow in the school grounds, making it a haven of nature in the city. Join some of the smiling students for a short tour. . ."> Ohnominami Middle School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan

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Obama Elementary School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
This article introduces Obama Elementary School in Kagoshima Prefecture, where students take classes, go canoeing, and farm vegetables against the majestic backdrop of the Sakurajima volcano.

Nushima Middle School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
Nushima Middle School is the only middle school on Nushima, founded in 1947. Most of Nushima's population are engaged in commercial fishing. See what it's like living and going to school on an island that is a designated National Park, without cars with a population of just 700.

Komei School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
Located in Tokyo's Setagaya Ward, the Komei School for the Physically Handicapped is attended by 190 students. The students are very active and are determined not to let their handicaps slow them down. See what life is like both inside and outside of school for the high school students at Komei."> Komei School - Meet the Kids - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan

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Basics Info: Facts - Explore Japan - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
This page provides basic information on Japan.

PythagoraSwitch - What's Cool - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
The popular kids' TV show PythgoraSwitch takes viewers on an exciting voyage of discovery each week. In "Pythagoras Gizmo" - perhaps the most popular segment of the show - objects like paper cups, paper clips, erasers, and rulers are used to build a clever contraption.

Monthly News: December 2004 - The Girl Who Hopes to Become a Professional Shogi Player
The Girl Who Hopes to Become a Professional Shogi Player Japanese version MONTHLY NEWS December 2004 Shoreikai caption???? Eleven-year-old Ito Sae, a fifth-grade elementary school student, has won a

Shogi - Monthly News - Archives - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
This news article features Ito Sae, a Japanese elementary school student who is training to be a professional shogi player. Shogi is a board game resembling chess. The article looks at the long road of practice and competition that lies ahead for Sae as she seeks to become the first female shogi player ever to gain entry to the professional ranks.

Otaki Elementary and Middle School - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
Web Japan > Kids Web Japan > Archives > Life > School: Otaki Welcome to Otaki Elementary and Middle School! Where we're located, our history, and the kind of facilities we have The Otaki School is l

Meikei High School - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
Web Japan > Kids Web Japan > Archives > Life > School: Meikei Welcome to Meikei High School! About Us Where we're located, our history, and the kind of facilities we have. Meikei High School is one

Kojimachi Middle School - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
Web Japan > Kids Web Japan > Archives > Life School: Kojimachi Kids' Life

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