Kajima conducted a bridge-themed class from June to December 2019 by visiting Tokyo Metropolitan Ryogoku High School. This was aimed to support the "Period for Inquiry-Based Cross-Disciplinary Study" class that has started to be introduced at high schools.

Inspired by its namesake of the Ryogoku Bridge, Ryogoku High School selected bridges as the theme for conducting an inquiry-based class with the goal of "bridging the unconnected" such as separated, unknown, and distant things. To support this class, Kajima dispatched an engineer with experience in bridge construction. In June, we delivered general lectures on bridges to all the first-year students. In the second semester, we gave lectures on bridge structures to students who were particularly interested in technology.

In December, the students concluded the class by creating bridges using pasta and giving presentations to demonstrate theories about bridge strength. Divided into several groups, the students presented their observations about differences between predictions based on preliminary calculations and experimental results. They researched realistic problems, such as costs, processes, and structural characteristics, using the kind of flexible and unique perspectives that can only be seen in high school students. Some of their insights even impressed the engineer who participated as a lecturer.

Kajima values education for the next generation as a social contribution activity. Going forward, we will strive to assist with inquiry-based cross-disciplinary classes at high schools by making use of the experience cultivated through our projects. Through our actions, we hope to help nurture human resources who will shape the future.