Kahoot! and Sanrio join forces to launch free educational games featuring Hello Kitty
Kahoot! has announced a partnership with Japanese company Sanrio, to introduce a collection of free educational games featuring Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kerokerokeroppi, and other characters.
The games, designed for children and families, will be available on Kahoot!’s platform and mobile apps for iOS and Android.
The collaboration aims to support the development of skills such as communication, collaboration, and cultural awareness by integrating Sanrio characters into interactive learning experiences.
The new content is intended to enhance classroom engagement and at-home learning.
Eilert Hanoa, CEO of Kahoot!, said:
“We are excited to launch a brand new collection of kahoots in collaboration with all Sanrio characters, and it is a privilege for us at Kahoot! to welcome Hello Kitty and her friends to our platform. Our mission is to make learning awesome for everyone through engaging and entertaining learning experiences, and this collaboration brings us one step closer to fulfilling that promise for our users of all ages worldwide.”
Growth in Japan’s digital learning market
Kahoot! has reported increased adoption in Japan, with over 60 million learning participants in the past year, reflecting a 70% year-on-year growth. The company has also stated that demand for student-led learning has also risen, with the platform is engaging with schools and universities through Japan’s GIGA School initiative to support digital education.
Brent Mori, Vice President at Kahoot! Japan, said:
“Kahoot!’s popularity in Japan is rising, and we are experiencing a high demand for solutions among students and teachers. Student-led sessions have doubled in the past year, indicating increased usage of our platform for learning. We look forward to collaborating with schools and universities during Phase 2 of the GIGA School initiative to enhance digital learning and believe Kahoot! can boost education technology through game-based experiences.”
