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Tokyo Class Empowers Seniors to Transition to Smartphones

4/17/2026

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Story summary

A smartphone class in Nerima, Tokyo, led by Yasushi Nishioka, a retired programmer, helps participants, mostly in their 70s, transition from traditional phones to smartphones.
With Japan's 3G network shutdown, participants risk losing essential services unless they adapt.
Security concerns and online scams worry the students as they learn to use new devices.
The program aims to empower older adults to embrace digital connectivity by exploring apps beyond basics.

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Story summary

A smartphone class in Nerima, Tokyo, led by Yasushi Nishioka, a retired programmer, helps participants, mostly in their 70s, transition from traditional phones to smartphones.
With Japan's 3G network shutdown, participants risk losing essential services unless they adapt.
Security concerns and online scams worry the students as they learn to use new devices.
The program aims to empower older adults to embrace digital connectivity by exploring apps beyond basics.