As online learning opportunities expand in Japan, recurrent education ¡ª the idea of adults periodically returning to organized learning throughout one¡¯s working life ¡ª is gaining traction not only as a tool for personal development but also as a catalyst for regional economic growth.
Kenshiro Mori, 39, president of Tokyo-based online learning platform Schoo, established a new company in the city of Fukuoka in April, believing that the city offers fertile ground for innovation.
The new firm, Lolll, is working to connect human resources with local businesses.
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