Record Participation from Japanese “Ichijo” Schools Signals Growing Shift Toward Bilingual and International Pathways

TOKYO / OSAKA, JAPAN — June 2025 — The International Education Expo Spring 2025–one of Japan’s largest international and bilingual education events–welcomed over 2,400 visitors across Tokyo and Osaka this May. Families with children from preschool through high school explored a wide range of school options. These included both established international schools and Japanese academic institutions increasingly focused on global education.

This year’s Expo featured 87 schools and organizations, with a record number of Japanese government-accredited “Ichijo” schools taking part. In a notable shift, the Tokyo venue hosted more Ichijo schools than international schools for the first time — reflecting a growing trend of Japanese academic institutions offering international curricula, English immersion, and overseas university guidance.

Highlights from the Expo

Hands-on workshops in STEAM, Montessori, and coding attracted enthusiastic participation from children of all ages.

• Expert talk sessions on global education and international university admissions consistently filled to capacity.

• One-on-one consultations with school representatives helped families gain direct insights into admissions, curriculum, and campus life.

• Post-event surveys showed exceptionally high satisfaction:

  91.8% rated the event as “Excellent” or “Good” (Tokyo: 93.2%, Osaka: 90.3%). 95.3% said they would attend again

Participating Schools & Organizations

Tokyo (56 total):

Ichijo Schools (31):
Shibuya Kyoiku Gakuen Shibuya Jr. & Sr. High School, Senzoku Gakuen, Mita International Science and Technology School, Musashi High School, and more

International Schools (21):
Harrow International School Appi Japan, Rugby School Japan, Malvern College Tokyo, etc.

Education Support Organizations (4)

Osaka (31 total):

Ichijo Schools (13):
Suito International Jr. & Sr. High School, Osaka Seiko Gakuin, Osaka Kyoiku University Affiliated Ikeda School, etc.

International Schools (14):
St. Michael’s International School, OWIS Osaka, and more

Education Support Organizations (4)

＊For the full list of participating schools, visit: https://ieexpo.net

Upcoming Events — Fall 2025

Japan:

Fukuoka: Friday, October 3 | 10:00–14:00 (THE KEGO CLUB)

Osaka: Saturday, October 4 | 10:00–17:00 (AP Innogate Osaka)

Tokyo: Sunday, October 5 | 11:00–17:00 (Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center, Hamamatsucho)

International:

Vietnam: Sunday, September 28

Malaysia: Sunday, October 12

Singapore: Saturday, October 18

＊Stay updated at: https://ieexpo.net

About the Organizers

Global KA Holdings Inc.
A leading international education group based in Tokyo, providing learning opportunities for globally minded students through brands such as Kikokushijo Academy (KA), KA International School (KAIS), Global Step Academy, and The International School Times.
Website: https://globalka.com

ABC Horizon PTE. LTD.
A Singapore-based subsidiary of Asahi Broadcasting Group Holdings, specializing in organizing international education events for Japanese families across Southeast Asia.

【Media Contact】
Global KA Holdings Inc. — Communications Team
Email: contact@globalka.com