An Initiative for Regional Problem-Solving Utilizing Open Data through Collaboration between Municipalities and Technical Colleges: A Case Study of Long-Term Care Insurance Analysis

地方公共団体と高専との連携によるオープンデータを 活用した地域課題解決の試み ～介護保険分析を事例として～

An Initiative for Regional Problem-Solving Utilizing Open Data through Collaboration between Municipalities and Technical Colleges: A Case Study of Long-Term Care Insurance Analysis

Creators Nakamura Hideto

Creators Iwasaki Chinami

Creators Santoki Kyoka

Creators Sugiyama Subaru

Creators Hontani Nana

Creators Matsui Tamaki

Abstract: This study explores the collaboration between Ube City and the National Institute of Technology, Ube College (Ube
KOSEN) to address regional issues using open data. The research focused on the city’s long-term care insurance premiums, the
highest in Yamaguchi Prefecture, analyzing contributing factors through health and welfare data. The initiative began with a
consultation from Ube City, leading to a student-led analysis supported by city officials. Students examined the legal and institutional
frameworks of long-term care insurance, finding that high premiums stem from relatively high care certification rates and per-capita
care costs. This collaboration provided students with practical experience and gave the city actionable insights, demonstrating the
potential of public-academic partnerships in solving local issues with open data.