2021 – 2020 2020–2021 www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Kyoto University Contents Mission Statement

Kyoto University Mission Statement 2

Message from the President 3

Kyoto University Basic Concept for Internationalization 4 Kyoto University states its mission to sustain and develop its historical commitment to academic freedom and to pursue harmonious coexistence within the human and ecological community on this planet. History of Kyoto University 5

Award-Winning Research 6

Kyoto University at a Glance 7 Kyoto University will generate world-class knowledge through freedom and Current Initiatives at Kyoto University 9 autonomy in research that conforms with high ethical standards.

Designated National University (DNU) Initiatives at Kyoto University 9 Research As a university that comprehends many graduate schools, faculties, research Developing the “KyotoU Model” and Promoting Innovation through Industry-Academia Collaboration 10 institutes and centers, Kyoto University will strive for diverse development in pure and applied research in the humanities, sciences and technology, while Global Engagement 11 seeking to integrate these various perspectives. International Partners / Overseas Offices and Facilities 11

On-site Laboratory Initiative 12

Alumni Associations 12 Within its broad and varied educational structure, Kyoto University will General Information: Departments 13 transmit high-quality knowledge and promote independent and interactive

Undergraduate Faculties / Graduate Schools 13 learning. Mission Statement Education Kyoto University International Undergraduate Program (Kyoto iUP) 14 Kyoto University will educate outstanding and humane researchers and English-Taught Undergraduate Program / English-Taught Graduate Programs 14 specialists, who will contribute responsibly to the world’s human and ecological community. Research Institutes 15

Centers and Other Organizations 16

General Information: Core Facilities 17

Distinctive Education and Research Facilities 17 As a university committed to a broad social engagement, Kyoto University will encourage cooperation with local and national society, and will General Information: Support Services 19 disseminate knowledge informed by the ideals of freedom and peaceful Relationship Support Services for International Researchers and Students 19 coexistence. with Society General Information: Campuses and Facilities 21 As an international institution, Kyoto University will promote foreign academic Campuses 21 exchange and thereby strive to contribute to the well-being of the world.

Facilities throughout Japan 22

Kyoto: Japan’s Cultural Heartland 23

For More Information 25 In order to enhance the free development of learning, Kyoto University will pay due respect to the administrative independence of each of its component

Cover: A scene from Shioyaki Bunshō (Bunsho the Saltmaker), a story from the Otogi Zōshi compendium of folk tales, which is held in Kyoto institutions, while promoting cooperation among them. University’s Main Library. Such illustrated short story collections were popular among Japan’s general populace from the 14th to the 17th century, Administration and some of the stories remain well-known to this day. Kyoto University will conduct its administration with regard for the Shioyaki Bunshō is a story of social climbing. The hero of the tale, born into a low-class family, makes a great fortune in the salt business. His environment and respect for human rights and will be accountable to society daughter’s marriage to an influential court noble leads to his own appointment as a high-ranking official. Because of this happy ending, many at large. wealthy families gave colorful and ornate books containing the story to their daughters as marriage gifts.

The book is one of many rare books and other materials that can be accessed via the Kyoto University Rare Materials Digital Archive.

1 2 Kyoto University Message from the President Basic Concept for Internationalization

Bridging the World through Excellence

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 2020 edition of Kyoto University engages with the international community through diverse and vibrant networks founded on Kyoto University at a Glance. My term as the 27th president of multicultural understanding. The University’s internationalization efforts are a vital component of its endeavors to Kyoto University began on October 1, 2020. I hope that cultivate future leaders, to pioneer knowledge-creation and academic advancement through outstanding research during my six-years as president I can successfully guide the and education, and thereby contribute to the global community. university to yet further prominence in the international academic community, and that the university’s unique and The dynamic advancement of the University’s international education and research initiatives is bolstered by a robust vibrant academic traditions will find new and creative ways to and evolving administrative support system performing to high standards of expertise and professionalism. flourish as we continue into the 21st century. The Kyoto University Basic Concept for Internationalization presents a vision for the University’s contribution to a Since its foundation in 1897, Kyoto University has cultivated a sustainable future for global society. spirit of creativity and originality in its students and researchers through an institutional philosophy of academic freedom Education founded on frank and open dialogue. From its earliest days, the university has placed great importance on steadily increasing its international presence—expanding its partnerships and making Education that Cultivates International Outlooks a meaningful contribution to the international community. and Competencies - Provide attractive academic programs and curricula Kyoto University’s international exchange and collaboration is pursued through close partnerships with institutions

- Promote international student mobility by developing partnerships Internationalization overseas, student and researcher exchange programs, interdisciplinary research collaboration, and a multitude of for Concept Basic with outstanding institutions overseas other activities. The creative and groundbreaking accomplishments of the university’s researchers continue to garner - Further develop an inclusive environment with comprehensive student support international recognition in the form of prestigious accolades, such as the Nobel Prize, Fields Medal, and other prestigious awards. Research One unique feature of Kyoto University’s syllabus is that it provides our undergraduate students with opportunities

Message from the President to experience innovative and advanced research right from their first-year of study—an approach rooted in the university’s long-standing tradition of fostering a spirit of adventurous self-reliance and independence in its students, Global Development of Innovative Research as well as stressing the importance of hands-on interaction and dialogue. - Promote international mobility of researchers underpinned by partnerships developed strategically In 2017, Kyoto University was assigned by the Japanese government as one of the first Designated National Universities (DNU). DNU status has enabled the university to implement even more ambitious initiatives in the areas - Make efficient use of research resources and outcomes by building of university management, education, and research, and it positions Kyoto University at the forefront of a new era of international networks among industry, government, and academia international academic exchange and collaboration. In the field of industry-government-academia collaboration, the - Develop strategic communications to best present the University’s research university has established a new “KyotoU Model,” which includes four university subsidiary companies that make activities and outcomes to international stakeholders diverse use of the university’s advanced knowledge “seeds” to further engage with and contribute to society. - Enhance internationally open and friendly research environments

At the time of writing this introduction, the global spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) remains a serious Harmonious problem for all sectors of society, necessitating universities and other institutions to adapt to new modes of Coexistence operation. As a national academic institution, Kyoto University has a duty to disseminate its scientific knowledge and Contribution to Harmonious Coexistence ensure its effective utilization for the benefit of society. As we face new challenges, such as those posed by the on the Planet novel coronavirus pandemic, we will continue to respond flexibly and creatively, making every effort to provide our students and researchers with the best possible environment in which to maximize their talents and abilities, and - Nurture competent and responsible global citizens make a difference to society and the world at large. Our doors are always open to keen and creative students and - Foster education and research with international scope that contribute to researchers from around the world—I invite you to join us. global and local sustainable development and produce meaningful societal impact - Provide a campus that is inclusive and respectful of social and cultural diversity

Nagahiro Minato Complete text of the Basic Concept for Internationalization October 2020 u.kyoto-u.jp/ex8y9

3 4 History of Kyoto University Award-Winning Research

Kyoto University was established in 1897 as Japan’s Kyoto University is one of the most respected research universities in Asia. This is testified by the accolades second imperial university. It is located in the historic conferred upon its researchers past and present. city of Kyoto, which flourished as the nation’s capital for Fields Medal over a thousand years until that status was transferred Nobel Prize to Tokyo in the wake of the Meiji Restoration. Even after 1970 Mathematics Heisuke Hironaka

the relocation of the capital, Kyoto continued to be a 1990 Mathematics Shigefumi Mori hub of culture and technology. Japan’s first elementary school and girls’ school were opened there, and it was the location of the country’s first commercial Gauss Prize hydroelectric plant and first streetcars. It was within 1949 1965 1981 2006 Mathematics Kiyoshi Ito that milieu of cultural, technological, and industrial Physics Physics Chemistry advancement that Kyoto University was established. Hideki Yukawa Sin-itiro Tomonaga Kenichi Fukui

During its early period, Kyoto University developed The view through the main gates (circa 1900) Lasker Award

various new approaches to education and research, 1987 Basic Medical Research Susumu Tonegawa including small-group seminars that emphasize 1989 Basic Medical Research Yasutomi Nishizuka interaction between students and instructors, 1998 Basic Medical Research Yoshio Masui Award-winning Research incorporating thesis submission as a graduation 1987 2001 2008 2009 Basic Medical Research Shinya Yamanaka requirement, and providing students with increased Physiology or Medicine Chemistry Physics freedom in selecting their study subjects as a way to Susumu Tonegawa Ryoji Noyori Makoto Kobayashi 2014 Basic Medical Research Kazutoshi Mori enhance motivation and encourage creativity. These innovative approaches pioneered by the University were eventually adopted as standard practices in Japan Prize

Japanese higher education. 2004 Chemical Technology Kenichi Honda

History of Kyoto University for the Environment It was also in the early phase of its development that 2008 2012 2014 2005 Information and Makoto Nagao Kyoto University firmly grasped the importance of Physics Physiology or Medicine Physics Toshihide Maskawa Shinya Yamanaka Isamu Akasaki Media Technology university autonomy. Academic freedom is essential to 2005 Cell Biology Masatoshi Takeichi the scholarly quest for the truth—a goal common to all universities—and university autonomy is essential in The University library in the Meiji period (circa 1909) ensuring academic freedom. Kyoto University was the first university in Japan to implement a structure Kyoto Prize

whereby its faculty were free from external 1995 Basic Sciences Chushiro Hayashi 2018 2019 interference. 1998 Basic Sciences Kiyoshi Ito Physiology or Medicine Chemistry Tasuku Honjo Akira Yoshino 2004 Advanced Technology Alan Curtis Kay Through its pioneering approach to education and 2009 Advanced Technology Isamu Akasaki research, Kyoto University has cultivated some of Japan’s finest minds and made significant contributions 2010 Advanced Technology Shinya Yamanaka to the advancement of scholarship and science. 2013 Basic Sciences Masatoshi Nei Numerous winners of major international awards are 2016 Advanced Technology Takeo Kanade

affiliated with the University, such as renowned 2016 Basic Sciences Tasuku Honjo

physicist Hideki Yukawa, Japan’s first Nobel laureate. 2018 Mathematical Sciences Masaki Kashiwara To this day, the University is known throughout Japan Copyright © Nobel Media AB 2018. Photo Alexander Mahmoud Copyright © Nobel Media. Photo Nanaka Adachi and around the world for its unique culture of academic Dr. Tasuku Honjo, distinguished professor Dr. Akira Yoshino, honorary fellow of and deputy director-general of the Kyoto Asahi Kasei Corporation, professor at freedom, and for being at the vanguard of cutting-edge University Institute for Advanced Study Meijo University, and alumnus of Kyoto Chern Medal research. (KUIAS), receiving the 2018 Nobel Prize University, receiving the 2019 Nobel Prize Students in front of the University Clock Tower (circa 1928) in Physiology or Medicine. in Chemistry. 2018 Mathematics Masaki Kashiwara

5 6 Kyoto University at a Glance Award winning research

Students Nobel laureates 11 See p. 6 Established in Fields Gauss Prize Lasker Award Chern

22,600 Medalists winner winners Medalist 9,500 Graduate 13,100 Undergraduate 2 1 5 1

International students 1897 2,700 The second oldest national Faculty and staff members See Facts and Figures pp. 2, 18–19 university in Japan Research oriented Expenditure Tradition of Summer holiday in academic Apr. Sept. Aug.–Sept. pioneering fieldwork year 2019 7,40 0 Semesters 2 Spring holiday Incorporating the philosophic Oct. Mar. Feb.–Mar. JPY traditions of Kyoto 3,500 400 3,500 Faculty Non-teaching researchers Non-teaching staff See p. 5 173 a Glance at University Kyoto Billion International

3 Campuses in Kyoto, (USD 1,600 million) 400 faculty and staff Faculties the cultural heart of Japan 10 See Facts and Figures p. 3 See Facts and Figures p. 2

Graduate 18 schools 43 Overseas partner institutions Off-campus research and education facilities in Japan Research 937 335 65 institutes 13 MOUs Student exchange Overseas offices agreements and facilities Kyoto University Centers & other 193 744 145 190 organizations University Department University Department 22 level level level level See pp. 13–16 See pp. 21–22 See p. 11, Facts and Figures pp. 7–10, 14–15

(As of May 1, 2020)

7 8 Current Initiatives at Kyoto University

Designated National University (DNU) Initiatives Developing the “KyotoU Model” and Promoting at Kyoto University Innovation through Industry-Academia Collaboration

In 2017, Kyoto University was selected by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology In accordance with its institutional mission and management policies, Kyoto University has been accelerating the (MEXT) as a Designated National University (DNU). DNUs are expected to implement effective strategic initiatives development of the “KyotoU Model” for industry-government-academia collaboration. The model seeks to create to create a “virtuous cycle” that brings in talented human resources, strengthens research capabilities, and garners new and large-scale businesses through practical cooperation between the Office of Society-Academia the acknowledgement and support of society. Each DNU sets its own timeline for the achievement of its initiatives. Collaboration for Innovation (SACI) and three university subsidiary companies: Kyoto University Original Co., Ltd. In line with its DNU proposal, submitted to MEXT, Kyoto University is implementing the following initiatives. (training and consulting services), TLO-KYOTO Co., Ltd. (technology transfer and licensing), and Kyoto University Innovation Capital Co., Ltd. (funding activities to support venture businesses).

1. A flexible and dynamic approach to knowledge creation Additionally, the Kyoto University Open Innovation Institute was established in July 2019, as part of the University’s Advancing the frontiers of interdisciplinary research and enhancing international collaboration efforts to promote industry-academia collaboration as a Designated National University. The new institute seeks to - Leveraging the University’s unique strengths, the Kyoto University Institute for Advanced Study (KUIAS) promote the use of research outcomes for the benefit of society and advance innovation through the enhancement promotes cutting-edge research led by internationally renowned researchers, including Distinguished Professor and acceleration of organization-to-organization research collaboration with industries. The institute is developing Tasuku Honjo, the 2018 Nobel laureate in physiology or medicine. an integrated management system for industry-academia collaboration, including large-scale research - Through its San Diego Liaison Office, the University is promoting international research collaboration and collaboration. It also provides support for the practical application and commercialization of the knowledge “seeds” supporting industry-academia collaboration with partners on the West Coast of the US. generated by the University’s researchers, while maintaining an awareness of pressing societal issues and - As of 2019, Kyoto University has established a total of 10 On-site laboratories through its On-site Laboratory Initiative. exploring the true “needs” of industries. Through these efforts, the University advances creative research and (See P.12 for details.) education, and promotes innovation in cooperation with industry. The University will continue to promote 2. Generating a high-level and diverse flow of talent industry-government-academia collaboration on an organization-to-organization basis, both in Japan and overseas. at Kyoto University Kyoto at Promoting international mobility by students, researchers, and staff Initiatives Current Kyoto University Open Innovation Institute Office of Society-Academia Collaboration for Innovation - The Hakubi Project is an initiative to foster early-career researchers by providing them with an ideal environment to www.oi.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/ www.saci.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en fully devote themselves to their research for five years. As of 2019, the University has employed 167 researchers through the project. Approximately 70% of researchers who have completed the program have gone on to attain tenured or tenure-track positions at a university or research institution in Japan or overseas. - The Kyoto University International Undergraduate Program (Kyoto iUP) was launched in 2018 to facilitate the The KyotoU Model of Industry-Government-Academia Collaboration enrollment of talented and motivated international undergraduate students. No Japanese language ability is required at the time of admission, as the program includes intensive Japanese study up to the level required to take specialized Organizational Chart courses taught in Japanese. 3. Exploring new forms of social engagement Office of Society-Academia Collaboration for Innovation (SACI) Developing new strategies to maximize the social impact of research and education through industry-government-academia collaboration The Kyoto University - The University has established the Kyoto University Open Innovation Institute to develop a new “KyotoU Open Innovation Intellectual Social Launch of Model” of industry-government-academia collaboration. (See P.10 for details.) Institute Property Strategy Engagement Venture Companies - In collaboration with the NTT Corporation, the University has established the Prime Research Institute for Medical RWD, Inc. (PRiME-R). By collecting, analyzing, and utilizing real world data (RWD), Prime-R seeks to promote the Focused management of large-scale Managing the University’s group of companies in accordance advancement of innovative clinical practices, enhance medical safety management, improve medical technologies, collaborative research projects. with its institutional principles and policies. and develop new forms of medical care. A management system with clearly delineated responsibilities, - The Unit of Kyoto Initiatives for the Humanities and Social Sciences was established to conduct world-leading which ensures efficient operation and company independence. interdisciplinary research in humanities and social sciences fields. Research outcomes are disseminated through the unit’s symposiums and publications. 4. KyotoU’s world-class management style The Kyoto University Group - The University has established a provost system to enhance its governance. The Strategic Council, headed by Main subsidiary companies (directly financed) the provost, facilitates the swift and effective implementation of DNU initiatives. - The University is enhancing the functions of its Institutional Research Office and the Kyoto University Research TLO-KYOTO Kyoto University Original KYOTO-iCAP Administration Office (KURA) to promote evidence-based management of the University with an international outlook. [Technology Transfer] [Consulting / Training and Education] [Incubation / Start-Up Support] www.tlo-kyoto.co.jp/english www.kyodai-original.co.jp/?page_id=576 www.kyoto-unicap.co.jp/en www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/about/operation/designated

9 10 Global Engagement On-site Laboratory Initiative “On-site Laboratories” are locally managed laboratories established collaboratively by Kyoto University academic International Partners / Overseas Offices and Facilities departments and overseas partners. The laboratories may be established either on the campus of Kyoto University, or on that of the partner institution. The initiative aims to promote Kyoto University connects with the global community in diverse ways: through academic cooperation and University-level world-leading advanced research, increase the University’s partnerships, its overseas facilities, multilateral networks, and its alumni associations in various countries. memoranda worldwide recruitment of talented international students, and expand International partners are an essential asset to the University, contributing to the development of its research and collaboration with industrial partners. Through the initiative, education endeavors and enriching its activities with multicultural diversity. the University seeks to strengthen its institutional 193 infrastructure as a key player in international academia. Research fieldwork sites at locations around the world are also a part of the University’s international network, providing a foundation for local engagement and cooperation. Overseas offices The University’s overseas offices serve as its bridges to key regions around the world, implementing international and facilities outreach initiatives that capitalize on the unique qualities of those regions and providing support for researchers stationed overseas. Currently, the University has offices in Heidelberg (Germany), Bangkok (Thailand), and Washington, DC (USA). 65

Kyoto University is itself an international hub where researchers from around the world gather to share and On-site Laboratories 1 Kyoto University Research Center San Diego (USA) disseminate knowledge, promote research and technology transfer, and above all, connect with people who share 2 IFOM-KU Joint Research Laboratory (Japan) their passions. 10 3 Kyoto University-Tsinghua University Cooperative www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/global/global_partners (As of May 1, 2020) Research and Education Center for Environmental Technology (China) Global Engagement 4 Kyoto University On-site Laboratory at Mahidol University for Educational and Research European Collaboration in Environmental Studies (Thailand) Center 5 Kyoto University Shanghai Lab (China) (Heidelberg) 6 Center for Advanced Genomic Field Science (Uganda) 7 iPS Cell Research Center at Gladstone Institutes (USA) Europe 8 Smart Materials Research Center (Thailand) North America 9 Center for Integrated Biosystems (Taiwan) 71 Asia 10 Quantum Nano Medicine Center (Japan) 7 26 www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/about/operation/designated/on-site-laboratories Middle East 61 1 2 10 North American 5 Kyoto University Center Alumni Associations 3 3 9 (Washington, DC) Africa Kyoto University maintains an expanding network of former 4 8 students, researchers, and academic staff through its alumni San Diego associations. Currently, there are approximately 120 alumni 13 Liaison 6 associations in Japan and overseas. Other Africa Office Office Latin America ASEAN The University promotes networking opportunities among its Center alumni around the world, and 11 (Bangkok) Oceania 2 each regional association also 6 plays a key role—bringing together people with shared Partner institutions personal experiences and a Kyoto University overseas facilities shared affection for their On-site Laboratories alma mater.

See Facts and Figures pp. 7–10, 12–15 www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/alumni

11 12 General Information: Kyoto University degree system Departments MASTER 2 years DOCTORAL 3 years BACHELOR 4 years Undergraduate Faculties and Graduate Schools DOCTORAL 5 years Note: Some faculties have different systems. Please refer to the websites of individual faculties and graduate schools for further details. Undergraduate Faculties Kyoto University International Undergraduate Program (Kyoto iUP)

Integrated Human Studies Economics Engineering Kyoto iUP is a 4.5-year program comprising a six-month preparatory course followed by four years of 総合人間学部 経済学部 工学部 undergraduate study. Japanese language proficiency is not required at the outset, and upon graduation, www.h.kyoto-u.ac.jp/index_e.php www.econ.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.t.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en students are awarded a bachelor’s degree in their selected major. www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/ Letters Science Agriculture 文学部 理学部 農学部 www.bun.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.sci.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.kais.kyoto-u.ac.jp/english English-Taught Undergraduate Program Education Medicine 教育学部 医学部 www.educ.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.med.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Engineering Undergraduate International Course Program of Civil Engineering Law Pharmaceutical Sciences www.s-ge.t.kyoto-u.ac.jp/int/en 法学部 薬学部 law.kyoto-u.ac.jp/english www.pharm.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en

English-Taught Graduate Programs

Graduate Schools Information: General

Economics Energy Science Departments Letters Pharmaceutical Sciences Informatics International Graduate Programme International Energy 文学研究科 薬学研究科 情報学研究科 for East Asia Sustainable Economic Science Course www.bun.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.pharm.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.i.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Development Studies www.energy.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/education/course-overview www.econ.kyoto-u.ac.jp/kueac Education Engineering Biostudies Informatics 教育学研究科 工学研究科 生命科学研究科 Science International Course in Intelligence www.educ.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.t.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.lif.kyoto-u.ac.jp/e International Course in Science and Technology Primatology and Wildlife Research International Course in Social Informatics Law Agriculture Advanced Integrated www.cicasp.pri.kyoto-u.ac.jp 法学研究科 農学研究科 Studies in Human International Course in Communications law.kyoto-u.ac.jp/english www.kais.kyoto-u.ac.jp/english Survivability (GSAIS) Engineering and Computer Engineering 総合生存学館 International Course in www.i.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/introduction/g30.html Economics Human and www.gsais.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en-top Management of Civil Infrastructure 経済学研究科 Environmental Studies in the Department of Civil and Earth Biostudies / Medicine www.econ.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en 人 間・環 境 学 研 究 科 Global Environmental Resources Engineering Global Frontier in Life Science www.h.kyoto-u.ac.jp/index_e.php (GSGES) www.ce.t.kyoto-u.ac.jp/mci/en Studies www.lif.kyoto-u.ac.jp/Global_frontier_in_life_science/index.html Science 地球環境学堂・地球環境学舎 理学研究科 Energy Science www2.ges.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en International Course in Urban and www.sci.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en エネルギー科学研究科 Regional Development in the Global Environmental Studies www.energy.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Government Department of Urban Management International Environmental Medicine 公共政策連携研究部・公共政策教育部 www.um.t.kyoto-u.ac.jp/urd/en Management Program 医学研究科 Asian and African www.sg.kyoto-u.ac.jp/sg/ www2.ges.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/activities/educational-activities/iemp www.med.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Area Studies (ASAFAS) Integrated Engineering Course, アジア・アフリカ地域研究研究科 Management Human Security Engineering Field Management www.asafas.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en hse.gcoe.kyoto-u.ac.jp/index.html 経営管理研究部・経営管理教育部 International Business Administration Program www.gsm.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Agriculture International Project Management Program Special Course in Agricultural Sciences Kyoto-Cornell International Collaborative − For the Global Future of Life, Degree Opportunity Food and the Environment www.gsm.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.kais.kyoto-u.ac.jp/english/global30

13 14 General Information: Departments

Research Institutes, Centers, and Other Organizations

Research Institutes Centers and Other Organizations

Institute for Chemical Research (ICR) Kyoto Institute of Economic Academic Center for Computing and Center for the Promotion of Interdisciplinary 化学研究所 Research (KIER) Media Studies (ACCMS) Education and Research (C-PiER) www.kuicr.kyoto-u.ac.jp/sites/icr 経済研究所 学 術 情 報 メディアセン ター 学際融合教育研究推進センター www.kier.kyoto-u.ac.jp/eng www.media.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en www.cpier.kyoto-u.ac.jp *Please note: the main C-PiER website is in Japanese, Institute for Research in Humanities but many of the units have websites in English. 人文科学研究所 Research Institute for Center for Ecological Research (CER) www.zinbun.kyoto-u.ac.jp/e Mathematical Sciences (RIMS) 生態学研究センター Center for Educational Program Promotion www.ecology.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/index.html 数理解析研究所 in Graduate School Institute for Frontier Life and www.kurims.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/index.html 大学院横断教育プログラム推進センター Medical Sciences (inFront) Wildlife Research Center (WRC) www.ceppings.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/ ウ イル ス・再 生 医 科 学 研 究 所 Institute for Integrated Radiation and 野生動物研究センター www.infront.kyoto-u.ac.jp/?lang=en www.wrc.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Nuclear Science (KURNS) Institute for Liberal Arts and 複合原子力科学研究所 Sciences (ILAS) Institute of Advanced Energy (IAE) www.rri.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Center for the Promotion of Excellence 国際高等教育院 エネルギー理工学研究所 in Higher Education (CPEHE) www.z.k.kyoto-u.ac.jp www.iae.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Primate Research Institute (PRI) 高等教育研究開発推進センター www.highedu.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en 霊長類研究所 Agency for Health, Safety and Environment Research Institute for www.pri.kyoto-u.ac.jp/index.html 環境安全保健機構 Sustainable Humanosphere (RISH) The Kyoto University Museum www.esho.kyoto-u.ac.jp Information: General 生存圏研究所 総合博物館

Center for Southeast Asian Departments www.rish.kyoto-u.ac.jp/?lang=en www.museum.kyoto-u.ac.jp/index_e.htm Studies (CSEAS) Institute for Information Management 東南アジア地域研究研究所 and Communication (IIMC) Disaster Prevention Research en.kyoto.cseas.kyoto-u.ac.jp Field Science Education and 情報環境機構 Institute (DPRI) Research Center (FSERC) www.iimc.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en 防災研究所 Center for iPS Cell Research and フィールド科学教育研究センター www.dpri.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en fserc.kyoto-u.ac.jp/wp/english Application (CiRA) Kyoto University Library Network iPS細胞研究所 図書館機構 www.cira.kyoto-u.ac.jp/e Fukui Institute for Fundamental 2 Yukawa Institute for E=mc www.kulib.kyoto-u.ac.jp/?lang=en Theoretical Physics (YITP) Chemistry (FIFC) 基礎物理学研究所 福井謙一記念研究センター www.yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en-GB www.fukui.kyoto-u.ac.jp Office of Society-Academia Collaboration for Innovation (SACI) Kokoro Research Center 産官学連携本部 www.saci.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en こころの未来研究センター kokoro.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en2 Social Engagement Activities Open Innovation Institute by Research Institutes オープンイノベーション機構 General Student Support Center www.oi.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Kyoto University’s research institutes actively engage in a range of diverse 学生総合支援センター www.gssc.kyoto-u.ac.jp social engagement activities. One example is the Uji Open Campus. Uji International Strategy Office Campus is home to many of Kyoto University’s research institutes in the 国際戦略本部 Kyoto University Archives u.kyoto-u.jp/istrategy natural sciences and energy-related fields, and the open campus is held 大学文書館 annually to provide the general public with an opportunity to see the institutes’ kua1.archives.kyoto-u.ac.jp/ja/english.html Kyoto University Institute for activities firsthand. The open campus includes activities that can be enjoyed by Advanced Study (KUIAS) Center for African Area Studies (CAAS) people of all ages, including small children and the elderly. Activities include 高等研究院 アフリカ地 域研究資料センター kuias.kyoto-u.ac.jp/e lectures by faculty members, an exhibition introducing the various research www.africa.kyoto-u.ac.jp/eng/enindex.html institutes on campus, and several research facilities and laboratories that open Institute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences (iCeMS) their doors to the public. Recent years have seen over 3000 people visiting the The Hakubi Center for Advanced Research 物 質－細 胞 統 合システム拠 点 www.icems.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en campus for the event. 白眉センター www.hakubi.kyoto-u.ac.jp/eng/eng.html Institute for the Advanced Study of Human Biology (ASHBi) ヒト生物学高等研究拠点 ashbi.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en

15 16 General Information: Core Facilities 18 clinical

, 14 clinical , 14 , and 7 clinical 7 and , departmental - s 15 cros l Sciencel (iACT) epartments, Established in 1899, Kyoto University Hospital Established 1899, in Kyoto leadinghas trained experts medical diverse in made and significant a century, over for fields medicine advancement of the to contributions Japan. in healthcare and As a government-certified advanced a wide of array provides it institution, comprises 34 currently and clinical treatments, d divisions, 15 centralfacilities divisions divisions, 15 supportmanagement 7 divisions of the facilities, and Clinical Advancement of for Institute the Translationa education and divisions. research Kyoto University Hospital Kyoto Functioning as both a cutting-edge both as Functioning facility medical a community-oriented and research the institution, healthcare the its mission, education. and fulfilling In medical research, of care, areas three on the focuses mission hospital’s high-qualityhospital provides patient-oriented medical (including care a state-of-the-art Cancer Center), develops for (such Center facilities cooperation University’s in the as research medical with other new treatments innovative iPS Application and Cell Research [CiRA]), professionals. healthcare compassionate and conscientious fosters and www.kuhp.kyoto-u.ac.jp/english The Kyoto University Museum is a center for research based on research for University a center is Museum The Kyoto scholars throughout University’s the by specimens accumulated advance to continues it day, this To its long course history. the of collection, its expanding utilizing research new groundbreaking a to relevant are that items comprises million 2.6 which currently wide spectrum fields—from history, of natural sciences, to cultural public, the and students openThe is engineering. to museum to its the collection from showcasing and highlights exhibiting activities. research University’s servesThe also a bridge as museum connecting University the with is It community—through events. the other and lectures, exhibitions, worldwidea of university network of institution coordinating the also symposia focusing international several has and organized museums, science. museum of field research new on the www.museum.kyoto-u.ac.jp/index_e.htm The Kyoto University MuseumThe Kyoto www.z.k.kyoto-u.ac.jp By integrating the efforts of diverse faculties and departments efforts and the faculties diverse of By integrating ILASUniversity, the throughout courses that the plansimplements and as such programs, undergraduate University’s the of all common to are arts, liberal languages, the courses in introductory and courses foreign on basic sciences. well are programs undergraduate University’s the that This ensures balanced a rich arts liberal provide and sciencesand componentto enables also the It specialization. major of fields their complement plans. career and individual interests students’ meet better to programs English, in two courses entirely hundred over provides The institute and mindset international an cultivate Japanese to helping students curriculaILAS options. with flexible students international providing a smooth ensure designed to are first-year students Seminars for university school high education. to from The transition approach taken ILASnew by develop horizons, broaden their to students helps adaptable. and become versatile more ultimately and interests, Institute for Liberal Artsand Sciences (ILAS)

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www.kulib.kyoto-u.ac.jp/?lang=en In addition to a wide journals, additionIn books, range to of University Library databases,and Kyoto the accessNetwork to online provides also repository information research University’s The materials. rare of itsand digital archive Main Library facilities includes versatile building supportto the as such study research, and Learning Commons (group-work space) and Media Commons (multimediathe facility). and curation of the University’s intellectual University intellectual Library University’s the of curation and accumulation the in Network role Kyoto a central plays community and education, engagement. Its research, for collection utilization their facilitating in and assets, a including volumes, million seven comprises over designa materials. Kyoto University LibraryKyoto Network General Information: General

Distinctive Education and Research Facilities Core Facilities 17 General Information: Support Services 20 Accommodation Kyoto University provides accommodation University provides for Kyoto at students and researchers international www.kura.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en Support for Childcare Balance and Work-Life Thesupport various Gender provides Equality Center Promotion services, including: - Childcare support children sick - Care for balance- Support work-life a healthy maintain to (Please contact the center in advance check to eligibility and other requirements) Gender Equality Promotion Center www.cwr.kyoto-u.ac.jp/eng/ Support in Applying for Research Grants Office University Administration Research (KURA)The Kyoto provides faculty support members with comprehensive acquiring grants. in knowledgeable of Staffed a team by experts development, research in about available information provide KURA to seminars organizes with drafting proposals. researchers funding, assists and UniversityKyoto Research Administration Office (KURA) kuiso.oc.kyoto-u.ac.jp/housing/facilities/en several locations close to its campuses, including two new dormitories near Yoshida Campus opened that in itslocations campuses, near Yoshida two close including to dormitories new several international for exclusively provided rooms of number the The increase two dormitories October new 2019. 550. approximately to rooms of number total bringing the 130, approximately by students and researchers www.hoken.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en The Kyoto University Health Service medicalThe provides mental and Kyoto consultation, including staff, and serviceshealth faculty, students, for on Yoshida clinic the checkups. addition health In and to treatment, branch Katsura on the also clinics Uji and Campus, are there Campuses. (For information about visas, accommodation, and daily life) kuiso.oc.kyoto-u.ac.jp/top/en Information and advising services are available for international advising and international services for Information available are concerns or who about studies have students and their researchers Japan. in about daily life Room Advising Student International (For advice on academic studies and life in Japan) www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/education-campus/facilities/international-student-advising.html UniversityKyoto International Service Office www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/education-campus/facilities/student-lounge-kizuna Education Center for Japanese Language and Culture www.z.k.kyoto-u.ac.jp/introduction/education-center-for-japanese Kyoto University frequently holds events to promote intercultural intercultural promote to holds events University frequently Kyoto can which students in of participate, forms various and exchange improve to seeking researchers and support students for provided are Japanesetheir language skills. Student Lounge KI-ZU-NA Cultural Exchange and Opportunities Learning Language Health ServicesHealth Information and Advising Services

At the time of this booklet’s publication, university activities have been significantly affected by the novel publication, novel the university been by affected booklet’s significantly activities this have of time the At (COVID-19) coronavirus pandemic on the updated webpage information pandemic. for Please following the see measures: response University’s Kyoto and www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/about/safety/coronavirus.html Kyoto University’s Response Coronavirus the Novel to (COVID-19) Kyoto General Information: General and Students Support Services International for Researchers Support Services 19 General Information: Campuses and Facilities

Campuses Facilities throughout Japan

Yoshida (Main Campus) Since its establishment, Kyoto University has been renowned for its diverse fieldwork achievements. To facilitate those Located near the center of Kyoto City, Yoshida Campus is efforts, the University maintains a number of facilities at close to many scenic and natural spots, such as the famous 1 locations throughout Japan that serve as valuable resources 2 Philosopher’s Walk and the Kyoto Imperial Palace. As the for the activities of researchers. University’s main campus, it has long been a familiar landmark for Kyoto citizens, and well-known as a vibrant, bustling hub of student life. Buildings on the campus present 2 Disaster Prevention Research Institute a variety of architectural styles–from traditional Japanese 18 3 Ogata Wave Observatory, Niigata 5 Hodaka Sedimentation Observatory, Gifu wood and brick buildings dating back to the time of the 14 6 Kamitakara Observatory, Gifu University’s establishment, to modern laboratory buildings 19 15 8 Hokuriku Observatory, Fukui that house cutting-edge facilities. 16 13 11 12 20 17 10 13 Osakayama Observatory, Shiga 21 21 Ujigawa Open Laboratory, Kyoto Hokkaido Forest Research Station 22 23 Abuyama Observatory, Osaka Shiranuka Branch, Hokkaido Katsura Uji 24 Donzurubo Observatory, Nara 27 Shionomisaki Wind Effect Laboratory, Katsura Campus com- Located to the south of 28 3 Wakayama prises three clusters Kyoto City, Uji Campus 28 Shirahama Oceanographic Observatory,

of buildings overlook- is close to two UNESCO Wakayama Campuses and Facilities 6 Information: General ing Kyoto from the World Heritage Sites: 8 7 5 31 Tottori Observatory, Tottori 4 33 Tokushima Observatory, Tokushima hills to the west of the Byodoin Temple and 31 34 Tokushima Landslide Observatory, city. It was conceived Ujigami Shrine. It is 9 32 23 Tokushima Shirahama Oceanographic as a “Techno-Science Hill” for graduate studies in home to a number of leading research institutes and 25 24 38 Miyazaki Observatory, Miyazaki Observatory, Wakayama 35 33 34 engineering, where technology and science come centers, including several large-scale facilities devoted 30 41 Sakurajima Volcanological Observatory, together to provide an innovative new style of educa- to laboratory work in the natural sciences and 29 28 Kagoshima 36 2726 tion and research environment. energy-related fields. 37 40 Graduate School of Science

7 Hida Observatory, Gifu 38 Location of the Campuses in Kyoto Access from Kansai 42 41 Field Science Education and 17 Kwasan Observatory, Kyoto 39 International Airport Research Center 32 Okayama Observatory, Okayama 1 Hokkaido Forest Research Station 36 Beppu Geothermal Research Laboratory, Uji Campus Imadegawa Demachiyanagi Karasuma Line Karasuma Subway 43 Shibecha Branch, Hokkaido Oita Kamo River Kamo Yoshida 2 Hokkaido Forest Research Station 37 Aso Volcanological Laboratory, Kumamoto 50–60 min. Campus Kansai International Airport

by shuttle bus Katsura River 32 Shiranuka Branch, Hokkaido Sanjo 14 Ashiu Forest Research Station, Kyoto Research Institute for Sustainable Yoshida Campus Karasumaoike Subway Tozai Line Approx. 80 min. 15 Kamigamo Experimental Station, Kyoto Humanosphere by JR Airport Express Train Shijo Kawaramachi 16 Katsura “Haruka” Kitashirakawa Experimental Station, Kyoto 10 Shigaraki MU Observatory, Shiga Campus Keihan Main Line JR Kyoto Station 18 Maizuru Fisheries Research Station, Kyoto 42 Living-sphere Simulation Field, Kagoshima 26 Kii-Oshima Research Station, Wakayama Katsura Campus Katsura JR Kyoto Station 29 Seto Marine Biological Laboratory, Wakayama Wildlife Research Center 30 Wakayama Forest Research Station, Wakayama 39 Koshima Field-Station, Miyazaki 50–60 min. Katsuragawa Okayama Observatory,Okayama

by shuttle bus Line Kyoto Hankyu Approx. 25–40 min. 35 Tokuyama Experimental Station, Yamaguchi 40 Kumamoto Sanctuary, Kumamoto

JR Tokaido Line Tokaido JR by taxi or bus 41 43 Yakushima Field-Station, Kagoshima Yoshida Campus JR Nara Line Graduate School of Agriculture Kyoto University Yoshida Campus 19 Livestock Farm, Kyoto Others 20 Laboratory of Crop Evolution, Kyoto Chushojima 4 Tokyo Office, Tokyo Keihan Uji Line 22 Experimental Farm, Kyoto 9 Primate Research Institute, Aichi Obaku 11 Center for Ecological Research, Shiga Keihan Main Line Uji Campus Graduate School of Engineering 25 Institute for Integrated Radiation Shuttle Bus Service Sakurajima Volcanological 12 Research Center for Environmental and Nuclear Science, Osaka www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/ja/access/documents/connecting_bus_schedule_2019.pdf www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/access Observatory, Kagoshima Quality Management, Shiga

21 22 Kyoto: Japan’s Cultural Heartland

World’s No.1 tourist destination *1 85 million tourists visited Kyoto in 2019 (3.9 million from abroad)

17UNESCO World Heritage sites Numerous world-famous temples, shrines, and ornate gardens

Japan’s No.1 “student city” (based on student-to-population ratio) University students account for 10% of the city’s population *2

th *3 Ranked 17 most livable city in the world Cultural Heartland Kyoto: Japan’s Japan’s Kyoto:

Advanced technology and a tradition of enterprise Kyoto flourished as the capital city of Japan from 794 to 1868, and to this day, possesses a rich cultural heritage that Home to many world-leading companies and a flourishing draws visitors from around the world. It is home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, many world-famous temples spirit of industry-government-academia collaboration and shrines, ornate gardens, and traditional festivals.

Founded on a community of skilled artisans and craftspeople versed in aesthetics developed over a millennium, *1 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards (2020） modern-day Kyoto is also the birthplace of frontier technologies and international business successes. It is a city in Kyoto Prefecture Tourism Office: Tourist Survey (2019) which one can find the best of both the ancient and modern. *2 Kyoto City Data System Promotion Office: Estimated population (2019) Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology: School Basic Survey (2019) Students and researchers at Kyoto University find that the vibrant backdrop of Kyoto City brings constant inspiration Kyoto University's Seifuso Villa, classified as an Important *3 Monocle* Quality of Life Survey: Top 25 Cities (2019) and new discoveries in their daily lives and academic endeavors. Cultural Property by the Government of Japan

Bon Odori Tea ceremony Kintsugi Spring Summer Autumn Winter (traditional dance) (ornamental pottery repair)

Cultural activities for international students The picturesque A float decorated with paper lanterns during Kiyomizu-dera Temple Bamboo forest in Arashiyama Philosopher’s Walk pathway in Kyoto the Gion Festival

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