MOU Signed with T1 Esports Academy
LunaTone Inc. (Head Office: Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Baro Hyun; hereinafter “LunaTone”) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with T1 Esports Academy (hereinafter “T1A”), the educational arm of global esports powerhouse T1 ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS CO., LTD. (Head Office: Seoul, South Korea; hereinafter “T1”), to launch a joint educational initiative aimed at fostering esports business talent in the Japanese market.
Through this partnership, both organizations will collaborate to promote talent development and strengthen the industry foundation of the esports business through the following initiatives:
・Development and structuring of esports education curricula
・Implementation of educational programs targeting students, young professionals, and working adults
・Career pathway support including internship opportunities
・Promotion and public engagement through domestic and international events
T1 Esports Academy is a specialized educational institution operated by T1, designed to cultivate the next generation of professional esports players. With over 1,700 participants to date, it has produced numerous professional players through its structured and comprehensive training programs.
LunaTone, on the other hand, has built a strong track record in delivering practical, industry-connected education programs in collaboration with institutions such as Temple University Japan, University of Tsukuba, Hannan University in Japan and the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in the US. LunaTone also works closely with local governments including Ibaraki Prefecture and Osaka City. Known for its project-based learning model and direct engagement with industry professionals, LunaTone’s educational approach has been widely praised for bridging education and real-world business.
This new program is scheduled to roll out in phases starting this fall, with LunaTone overseeing program operations in collaboration with domestic universities, vocational colleges, and international schools in Japan. Select high-performing students will be offered internship opportunities at T1, LunaTone, and affiliated organizations, supporting their global career development.
By combining the global prestige and structured pedagogy of T1 and T1A with LunaTone’s on-the-ground business curriculum and implementation capacity, this partnership seeks to establish a new model for esports education in Japan and reinforce the industry’s long-term ecosystem.
Further details and enrollment information will be announced in due course.
About LunaTone Inc.
LunaTone Inc. specializes in driving innovation through gaming, esports, and the metaverse. With core services in research and strategy, content production, talent development, and education programming, LunaTone builds bridges between industries and communities, offering future-focused solutions for digital engagement. Trusted by governments, educational institutions, and corporations across Japan and abroad, LunaTone fuses cutting-edge technology with inclusivity to deliver sustainable and meaningful social impact.
