Why 1 in 5 Tokyo Kids Take Elite Middle School Exams

Discover why nearly 1 in 5 Tokyo kids take elite middle school exams at age 12. We explore Japan's booming cram school industry, record bankruptcies, the STEM shift, and what it means for businesses eyeing the Japanese education market.

◆Introduction: A deep dive into Japan's high-stakes middle school exam culture and the billion-dollar industry it created.

In this episode, Professor Haru and Sakura discuss Japan's unique "juken" phenomenon over tea in Tokyo. From free high school tuition unexpectedly fueling cram school demand, to small tutoring centers collapsing while giants thrive, to parents rethinking "more homework = better results" — we unpack the trends reshaping Japanese education and the business opportunities hidden within.

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