Meiko Network Japan Co., Ltd. engages in the operation and franchising of cram schools and preparatory schools. It operates through the following segments: Meiko Gijuku Directly-Operated Schools, Meiko Gijuku Franchised Schools, Japanese Language School, and Others. The Meiko Gijuku Directly-Operated Schools segment sells teaching guides, educational materials, and tests in classes handled by the Meiko Gijuku cram school. The Meiko Gijuku Franchised Schools segment offers proprietary teaching materials and services to franchisees. The Japanese Language School segment offers Japanese language lessons. The Others segment includes after-school, soccer, Waseda Academy Individual Advancement School, and kid-related businesses. The company was founded by Hirotake Watanabe in September 1984 and is headquartered in Shinjuku-ku, Japan.