IHI Holds the IHI Monozukuri Class as Part of the Toyosu Mirai Project
On Saturday, March 1, IHI held the Toyosu Mirai Project, which is an educational program to develop young people who will support the future of science and technology. It was held in cooperation with the Shibaura Institute of Technology, SCSK, and Maruha Nichiro, organizations which are all located in the Toyosu area. The event took place at the Toyosu Campus of the Shibaura Institute of Technology. Various educational programs for children were held in multiple classrooms.
20 staff members from IHI participated and provided instruction for two types of programs (Making Bath Bombs and Making Hand Spinners) collectively called the IHI Monozukuri Class. A total of 90 parents and children (45 pairs) participated in the programs and deepened their interest in science.
Making Bath Bombs—Let’s Learn About the Wonder of Fizz!
This program used demonstrations to teach why fizz is generated by bath bombs, which are solid bath additives that dissolve when placed in hot water. Children who participated were impressed to learn that the fizzy effect was the result of a chemical reaction between the ingredients of citric acid and baking soda. When making the bath bombs, the children were absorbed in the artistic task of mixing food coloring to create their own unique colors.
IHI also received many positive comments from happy parents after the program—“I learned that bath bombs can be made with readily available ingredients, so I’d like to make different kinds of bath bombs at home with my kids.”
Making Hand Spinners—Let’s Experience the Wonder of Rotation!
This program taught the principle of rotation by using bearings to make hand spinners, which are a beloved toy among children. After learning about the structure of hand spinners, how they spin, and how to make them, the children made their own hand spinners. While making the spinners, the children were engrossed in designing ones that spin fast and ones that display beautiful colors when spun. They customized their spinners by changing the shape and size of the plates, the method of attaching weights, and the colors. Finally, they gave their spinners a whirl and checked the results.
In fiscal 2025, IHI plans to cooperate with local companies and universities in the Toyosu area to hold the Toyosu Mirai Project and the IHI Monozukuri Class. Please look forward to more fun and educational programs! We can’t wait to welcome many participants.
The IHI Group will continue our initiatives for developing the next generation of human resources.