Juken Kenkyusha has launched “Odekake Plus+,” a new type of experiential content that combines Osaka’s outing spots with learning!

Juken Kenkyusha has launched “Odekake Plus ,” a new type of
experiential content that combines Osaka’s outing spots with learning! ​
Masushindou Co., Ltd./Juken Kenkyusha Press release: September 18, 2025 To Members of the Press Juken Kenkyusha has launched “Odekake Plus ,” a new, experiential content that combines Osaka’s outing spots with learning! An original adventure story with unique characters. Solve quizzes to earn special rewards related to the facility!
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Masushindou & Juken Kenkyusha Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nishi-ku, Osaka; Representative Director: Yasuharu Okamoto) is launching “Odekake Plus ,” a new experiential content that combines outings and learning, on a dedicated website starting today. The dedicated “Odekake Plus ” website features quests (quizzes) set at various Osaka sightseeing spots, including cultural facilities. Surrounded by unique characters, participants choose a quest based on an original adventure story, collect clues at their destination, and attempt to solve the mystery. Children and parents can enjoy the experience together, like a quiz rally. We’ve also launched an official Instagram account for “Odekake Plus .” You can also find the latest messages from the characters here. ●What is Odekake Plus ? “Odekake Plus ” is a revolutionary learning content that combines learning and going out, proposed by Masushindo/Juken Kenkyusha, a publisher of study guides celebrating its 135th anniversary. The event can be enjoyed at various sightseeing spots around Osaka in a quiz rally-like format, with participating children and their parents actually visiting the locations, searching for clues in the scenery and exhibits (products), and solving quests (i.e. quizzes) prepared on a dedicated website. ●How to play Odekake Plus
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/43401/193/43401-193-5d504d2aff5bbb98260e4f01cb06fe82-1334×533.png *The image is for illustrative purposes only. ●Features of Odekake Plus A worldview that’s fun and playful We’ve prepared a story and characters so that children can engage with the book without feeling like they’re studying. The character designs were created by popular illustrator Sakuma Sanosuke (https://x.com/sakumasanosuke), who also works on illustrations for trading cards.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/43401/193/43401-193-b1600a536a18ef36586a57edfbf9b954-813×1175.png Mechanisms that lead to learning The quest doesn’t end there; we’ve taken an approach unique to a study guide publisher, providing mechanisms to further expand children’s curiosity and link it to their learning at school.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/43401/193/43401-193-2f540530f7247230073e04d604d76f0c-801×523.png *The screen is for illustrative purposes only. ●Three travel destinations will appear in the first wave At the start of the game, quests will be set in the following three facilities: ・Osaka City Museum of Natural History (Higashisumiyoshi Ward, Osaka City) ・Expo Commemorative Park (Suita City, Osaka Prefecture) ・National Museum of Ethnology (Suita City, Osaka Prefecture)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/43401/193/43401-193-e87227bed46a5c2f73bf70d66c98f0c9-3484×1125.png We will continue to add more facilities and provide content that allows you to enjoy Osaka’s various cultural and commercial
facilities. ●Official Instagram launched Adventurers Association Osaka Headquarters | Odekake Plus (@osaka_bouken)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/43401/193/43401-193-537d7378811b25feedf9e9c212cbc23e-750×1188.jpg We will deliver the latest information, tips for enjoying your outings, updates on visiting spots, and messages from the Adventurers’ Association and characters that appear in “Odekake Plus .”
●Introducing “The Other Side of Odekake Plus ” “manavi,” an
educational information website for parents, publishes columns that share the story behind the site’s creation and the staff’s passion for its content. It also introduces the unique features and innovations of a publisher of study guides.
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URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/43401/193/43401-193-f0cd16ee06522a7cb7fc6a48d1a2b2a0-1280×714.jpg 【vol.2】https://www.manavi.zoshindo.co.jp/odekake-uragawa2/
■Educational information site for parents “manavi”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/43401/193/43401-193-5c5ae88a400c9cc480c0de4b15c2c8a1-650×315.jpg We want children of the future to have a truly amazing experience through their learning and experiences. And we want them to shine in life. “manavi” is an educational information site for parents who want to guide their children through their learning. We also introduce topics that explain important learning themes for each subject: Japanese, English, and math, so please take a look.
https://www.manavi.zoshindo.co.jp ■Company Overview Masushindou & Exam Research Co., Ltd. An educational publisher founded in 1890. Since its founding 130 years ago, the company has consistently developed cutting-edge educational materials, including Japan’s first
drill-style teaching materials and the long-selling “Jiyu Jizai” series, which has sold 27 million copies and been in publication for 70 years, establishing a new genre of thick reference books based on the concept of “learning everything you want to know.” With a mission to “deliver the best learning to all learners,” the company is currently promoting educational projects from various angles, not only in publishing but also in digital, overseas, and various learning programs for children with developmental disabilities and foreign children. The company also operates NEXT LEARNING Labs, which conducts empirical research on the latest technologies such as AI and VR, and develops content in new fields. Address: 3-3-6 Shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Osaka Representative: Representative Director Taiji Okamoto
http://www.zoshindo.co.jp/ 70th anniversary website for the “Junior High School Jiyu Jizai” textbook:
https://www.zoshindo.co.jp/special/jiyujizai-70th-junior.html ■Contact for interviews and inquiries regarding this matter Masushindou & Jyuken Kenkyusha Co., Ltd. Contact: Yamamoto, Public Relations and Marketing Division, General Affairs Department Email:
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