I am Ken Kuwako, your Science Trainer. Every day is an experiment! Can you imagine a piece of metal, scorched jet-black, returning to its original shiny state in an instant? It might look like magic, but it is pure science. The metal we often use in the science lab, copper, is actually a brilliant performer […]

I am Ken Kuwako, your Science Trainer. To me, every day is an experiment. Do you remember the climactic scene in the movie Kiki’s Delivery Service that had everyone holding their breath? It is that heart-pounding moment when Tombo falls headfirst from a runaway airship, and Kiki, riding her broom, catches him in mid-air just […]

I am Ken Kuwako, Science Trainer. Every day is an experiment. “It is slimy, cold, and feels so good!” This mysterious texture is exactly why everyone from elementary to junior high school students gets hooked on this magical substance. It is called slime. While it is a classic science lab experiment, it is a waste […]

I’m Ken Kuwako, your Science Trainer. Every day is an experiment! Imagine the hustle and bustle of the city or the deafening roar of a jet engine vanishing in an instant, leaving you in a world of pure silence where only your music remains. Are you using “Noise-Canceling” technology? While it’s now a standard feature […]

I’m Ken Kuwako, your Science Trainer. Remember, every day is an experiment! 【This post is also available on my radio show!】 Smartphones, gaming consoles, and remote controls—our modern lives are powered by batteries. We use them every day, but how many of us have actually seen what’s happening inside one? What if I told you […]