Providing Space and Opportunity for Truly Meaningful Connections Through Kotodaman Wordplay

Tokyo, Japan, July 17, 2026 — MIXI, Inc. will host an interactive program to encourage communication among children on August 19, 2026, at the Children and Youth Center Friends Honmachi (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo). The program will be held as part of Miraino Toshoshitsu (Library of the Future), a community support program organized by Shibuya Mirai Design (hereinafter “Shibuya Mirai Design”).

By utilizing the wordplay of Innovative Word-Battle RPG Kotodaman (hereinafter “Kotodaman”), the program allows children to enjoy creating and sharing words while discovering different ways of thinking through interaction with friends. Registration for the program will open at 10:00 AM on July 18, 2026 (JST).

Reason for the Program

With our mission “To provide space and opportunity for truly meaningful connections,” we aim to foster deep and meaningful communication rather than simply connecting people. As part of this effort, we have identified “mutual prosperity with local communities” as one of our material issues in our sustainability activities, and we are working to revitalize local communities in Shibuya and create learning opportunities for children. Since 2018, we have collaborated with Shibuya Mirai Design as a partner organization.

Since 2024, we have provided programs for Miraino Toshoshitsu, a community support program organized by Shibuya Mirai Design that offers elementary school students a safe place to gather and participate in educational and creative activities. To date, we have held design workshops and other activities for elementary school students. This year marks our third year participating in the program, and we will introduce Kotodaman wordplay for the first time.

Kotodaman naturally sparks communication through words while reinforcing the value of spending time together, something we deeply cherish. Through this program, we hope to bring that experience to children in a way they can enjoy together.

Program Overview

Item	Details
Program Name	“Miraino Toshoshitsu Special Program” — Learn Together! A New Kind of Wordplay Game
Date & Time	August 19, 2026, 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location	Children and Youth Center Friends Honmachi (6-6-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Target Audience	Elementary school students (grades 1–6) *Preschoolers may also participate if accompanied by a parent or guardian. *Children are welcome to participate regardless of where they live.
Participation Fee	Free
How to Register	Advance registration is required, and spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis (capacity: 25). If you would like to participate, please register starting July 18, at 10:00 a.m. either in person at the address below or by phone. In-person: Children and Youth Center Friends Honmachi (6-6-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) Phone: 03-3377-5160
Program Details	Using words as a starting point, the program encourages communication through the shared experience of thinking together. (Kotodaman Cards) – Combine letters on the cards to create words – Brainstorm ideas together with parents or friends – Share the completed words and explain why you chose them – Participants will also receive a wordplay guide and Kotodaman word sticker book so they can continue enjoying wordplay after the program ends
Details URL	https://mirainotoshositsu.jp/information/775/ (Japanese only)

Miraino Toshoshitsu

Miraino Toshoshitsu is a community support program organized by Shibuya Mirai Design. In partnership with companies, organizations, and other groups that develop and provide childcare and educational programs, it offers local children opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences.

Miraino Toshoshitsu https://mirainotoshositsu.jp/ (Japanese only)

Innovative Word-Battle RPG Kotodaman

Operated by MIXI, Inc., Kotodaman is an innovative smartphone RPG in which players create words
using the Japanese alphabet to attack enemies and clear stages. Players can deal more damage to enemies by creating longer words. Its multiplayer mode supports up to four players, making it easy for friends and family to play together and pool their knowledge to create words. The game recognizes over 290,000 words, ranging from animals, food, place names, and historical figures to the latest buzzwords. With new words added daily, it is the ultimate wordplay game offering endless fun. As of October 2025, the game has surpassed 6 million total users.

Innovative Word-Battle RPG Kotodaman https://kotodaman.jp/ (Japanese only)