RoboCube to exhibit at Osaka’s Franchise EXPO as it recruits classroom owners across Japan

On 10 November 2026, Daikoku Denki announced that RoboCube, its robotics and programming education business for primary school children, would exhibit at the fifth Franchise EXPO, taking place at INTEX Osaka on 18–20 November. The company began rolling out franchised classrooms in Aichi Prefecture in 2024 and has been recruiting classroom owners across Japan since 2025. At the exhibition, it aims to introduce the business to people considering a new venture, self-employment or a side business, with a view to expanding its network.

Taking a classroom network launched in Aichi nationwide

Daikoku Denki, which operates RoboCube, is headquartered in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. Around 2018, the company set up a specialist department to explore how robots could connect with society, before stepping up its work in programming education for primary school children in 2019.

It began developing franchised classrooms in Aichi in 2024, then extended owner recruitment nationwide in 2025. Its appearance at the Osaka exhibition offers an opportunity to explain both the classes and the business model to prospective franchisees as national recruitment continues.

The company is targeting people considering a new business, as well as those looking to become self-employed or run a side business. For prospective franchisees exploring the education sector, it will present the features of its classes, which combine robot building with programming.

However, the fact that recruitment includes people considering a side business does not necessarily mean the operation will suit every applicant’s preferred working arrangements. Prospective franchisees should discuss not only the teaching materials but also the owner’s responsibilities and the time needed to run the classes.

Combining robot assembly with programming

RoboCube offers robotics and programming classes for primary school children using computers and mechanical construction blocks. Rather than focusing solely on memorising a programming language, the lessons combine hands-on building with programming to help children understand how everyday objects work.

The teaching resources include intuitive programming software and proprietary materials that allow children to freely combine electronic blocks with mechanical blocks resembling building bricks. A distinctive feature is the combination of on-screen activities and physical assembly.

The company says this approach aims to develop children’s logical thinking, problem-solving skills and non-cognitive skills. These are the programme’s stated educational goals; the announcement does not present measured learning outcomes.

For prospective classroom owners, it is important to distinguish the educational approach from the practical demands of delivering lessons. Questions to raise during franchise discussions include how to help children who struggle with assembly or controls, how materials are prepared, and what knowledge instructors need. These questions can turn an initial interest in the teaching resources into a more concrete assessment of day-to-day operations.

A trade exhibition for franchise and new-business discussions

Franchise EXPO is a business-to-business exhibition held as part of New Business Week and has been running since 2021. It provides opportunities to speak with franchisors and is aimed at businesses already operating franchises, as well as companies planning to become franchisees.

Exhibiting franchisors span sectors including food and drink, retail, education, beauty and health, and welfare and care services. Visitors can discuss starting a new business or joining a franchise network. RoboCube will use the event to reach more visitors considering an education business.

The company says its objectives for exhibiting are to raise awareness of its classes and support further expansion. For prospective franchisees, the key discussion is not simply what makes the teaching materials distinctive, but what it would involve to operate the business in their local area.

When comparing opportunities, applicants should assess both their alignment with the educational approach and their satisfaction with the operating terms. Preparing questions about the initial investment, ongoing costs, pre-opening preparations and post-opening support will make it easier to evaluate the opportunity after the presentation. These are due-diligence topics, not details of RoboCube’s specific franchise agreement.

Exhibition runs from 18–20 November, with free advance registration until 17 November

The event will take place at INTEX Osaka over three days, from Wednesday 18 November to Friday 20 November 2026. According to the announcement, admission is free for those who register in advance by Tuesday 17 November. After that, admission costs ¥5,500, including tax.

Prospective visitors should note the registration deadline and prepare the questions they want to ask. The information needed will differ depending on whether they intend to add classes to an existing business, start an independent venture or operate a side business. Explaining the intended operating model, then asking about teaching arrangements and support from the franchisor, will help make discussions more specific.

Practical takeaway: If attending, check the arrangements for advance registration by 17 November and prepare separate questions on teaching materials and lesson content, and on costs and operating arrangements. Understanding both the educational approach and the daily responsibilities you would take on is the starting point for assessing the franchise.