Benesse Holdings, Inc., an Okayama, Japan-based corporation established in 1955 (and known as Benesse Corporation until its 2009 renaming), is a global provider specializing in educational, elder care, and childcare services. The company organizes its diverse operations into three primary business segments: Education Business in Japan, Nursing Care and Childcare Business, and Kids & Family Business. Within its education sector, Benesse offers a comprehensive range of services for students from preschool through high school.